Systems Science and Engineering University of Ottawa

Overview

The Systems Science and Engineering programme at the University of Ottawa provides students with a comprehensive framework for understanding and optimising complex systems within nature and society. This interdisciplinary curriculum draws expertise from the School of Engineering Design and Teaching Innovation, the Department of Economics, and the Telfer School of Management. By integrating diverse academic perspectives, the programme prepares graduates to address multifaceted challenges in modern industry.

Why Systems Science and Engineering at the University of Ottawa?

Choosing this programme allows students to benefit from a collaborative educational environment that spans multiple faculties. The University of Ottawa offers a unique concentration in Interdisciplinary Artificial Intelligence, enabling students to explore how machine learning impacts fields such as neuroscience, psychology, and management. This broad institutional approach ensures that learners gain both technical proficiency and a high-level perspective on global technological trends.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 9815 per semester
• National fee: CAD 2708 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Deterministic and Probabilistic Modelling
• Operations Research
• Optimization
• Information Systems
• Control
• Economic Modelling
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning

Careers with Systems Science and Engineering

Graduates of this programme are equipped for a wide range of professional roles in both the private and public sectors. The interdisciplinary nature of the training makes alumni highly sought after for positions that require a blend of technical and managerial expertise.

The programme's focus on integration and analytical problem-solving ensures that graduates can transition into leadership roles within complex organisational structures. Whether working in technical development or strategic consultancy, students leave the university with the skills necessary to navigate and improve modern industrial systems.