BEng Mechanical Engineering Aeronautical Engineering

The McGill University Faculty of Engineering offers a robust experiential learning environment, allowing students to develop hands-on expertise and leadership abilities beyond the classroom. Through the Empower program, students engage in hands-on projects, design teams, research internships, and leadership exercises that prepare them for complex real-world engineering challenges. The Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering (SURE) program provides paid research traineeships, where students work together with professors on cutting-edge projects, gain hands-on experience, and present their findings to the McGill community. International exchanges and study-away programs also continue to expand students' horizons, with the potential to study and conduct research at over 155 partner universities worldwide.

Aerospace students benefit from the McGill Institute for Aerospace Engineering (MIAE), which connects them to plant tours, research projects, industry internships, and design competitions. MIAE members have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities in secure project rooms, specialized labs, and industry-sponsored research internships, gaining up to 1,000 hours of practical experience in solving real aerospace problems. Montreal's status as a global aerospace hub raises the potential for direct contact with leading companies and exposure to current industry practice.

Technical skills and professional abilities are fostered in students through:

• Student design teams and competitions, supported by the Empower initiative

• Internship and research placement in aerospace industry with pay, coordinated through MIAE (over 670 placements within five years)

• Utilization of specialized research labs in aerodynamics, propulsion, mechatronics, materials, and space flight dynamics

• Capstone aerospace design projects with the support of cooperation from local aerospace industries

• International research and exchange programs for practice in global engineering

• Plant tours, industry field trips, and networking sessions organized by MIAE

• Dedicated labs for hands-on testing, group projects, and prototyping

McGill provides dedicated career support through its Career Planning Service (CaPS).

Located in Montreal, the 3rd largest aerospace cluster in the world, with collaborations with local aerospace employers

You will benefit from: 

• Career Counselling – One-on-one guidance to chart career possibilities and find industries.
• Skills Workshops – Training in resume writing, networking, and interviewing.
• Recruitment Events – Exposure to top employers in the engineering and aerospace sectors.
• Mentorship Networks – Strong connections with McGill alumni and professionals globally.

McGill Mechanical Engineering (with Aeronautical specialisation) graduates are highly sought after by industries. They become Mechanical Design Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, R&D Engineer, CAD Specialist, Systems Analyst, and Project Manager. Some go into robotics, automotive, energy systems, and product development, and others apply their experience to start their own businesses or move into engineering management.