Graduate Research Day
On February 20, 2026, the Institute of Biomedical Engineering will host an in-person event for top prospective students from across Canada. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet current students and tour select research facilities. MASc and PhD applicants with prior engagement from faculty members are encouraged to use this visit to schedule meetings, particularly if they are travelling from outside the city. This is an all-expenses-paid event, and invitations will be extended only to highly qualified candidates.
If you have any questions about this event, please send an email to comm.bme@utoronto.ca.
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Eligibility criteria
MASc & PhD
- Have maintained a minimum of 80% (A- grade in U of T scale) in the last two years for undergraduate or masters thesis.
- Domestic applicants (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident) are highly preferred.
- You have not been accepted into one of our program yet.
- Interested in doing research in molecular, cell & tissue, or clinical engineering research with one of our core or cross-appointed faculty members.
- Only a selected number of students will be invited to the event, we will be in touch if you are invited to the event.
- Fulfilling the above criteria does not guarantee an invitation, it depends on the number of applicants in that particular year.
MEng
- Have maintained a minimum of 75% (B grade in U of T scale) in the last two years for undergraduate or masters thesis.
- Shows strong interest in medical device development and regulation.
- You have not been accepted into one of our program yet.
- Only a selected number of students will be invited to the event, we will be in touch if you are invited to the event.
- Fulfilling the above criteria does not guarantee an invitation, it depends on the number of applicants in that particular year.
The University of Toronto and University of Toronto Engineering is committed to increasing diversity among our community members. Excellence flourishes in an environment that embraces the broadest range of people.
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Application Deadline: January 11, 2026
Event Date: February 20, 2026
Late submissions will not be considered.
Please read the instructions carefully, attention to detail is the first step toward a successful graduate school experience.
The number of invitees may vary each year depending on our budget. Selection will be based on merit, relevant experience, and whether the applicant has received a formal invitation from a faculty member. Qualified candidates will be contacted in mid-January to confirm their availability and finalize their travel plans.
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