Welcome to the Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Engineering Education and Practice!

Preparing future engineers

The first of its kind in Canada

ISTEP brings together existing initiatives, academic programming, scholarship and people from across the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering to create a vibrant ecosystem for instruction innovation

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Undergraduates

Our course offerings and co-curricular programs are designed to enrich your learning throughout your degree and beyond.

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Graduates

We support graduate engineering students with customized courses and programs designed to set you up for success. 

Industry and Working Professional Programming

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Troost ILead Community of Practice

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Talent Engineers are Central to Many Industries

Both the Canadian and U.S. engineering accreditation boards have called for change to how engineers are educated. The Community of Practice is at the forefront of this change.

Professional Learning Program

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Engineering Leadership Programming for Industry Professionals

At ISTEP, we’re redefining what it means to lead in technical industries. We empower engineers and technical professionals to evolve into visionary, transformative leaders.

ISTEP Research

Through our research we are reimagining the domain of 21st century engineering and the identity of modern engineers. Our core research activities fall into three major interrelated areas: Engineering Education, Transdisciplinary Competencies, and Engineering Practice

Designing the Future

U of T Engineering Impact Report 2024

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Podcast

ISTEP faculty member Professor Elham Marzi discusses innovations in engineering education on Tell Me More: Coffee with Chris Yip, the official podcast of U of T Engineering.

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