Dr. Nicolas Quaegebeur

Professor

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Biography

Nicolas Quaegebeur is a Professor in the Faculty of Engineering at Université de Sherbrooke, specializing in Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on ultrasound, acoustics, signal processing, medical imaging, vibrations, transducers, and instrumentation. Nicolas has completed various degrees including a Postdoc in Mechanical Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke, a PhD in Mechanics from École Polytechnique, a Master's in Acoustics, Signal Processing, and Music from Télécom Paris Tech, and a Bachelor's in Engineering from ENSTA ParisTech. His academic career includes roles such as Director of the Robotics Engineering Program and Research Associate at Université de Sherbrooke. He has received multiple awards for teaching excellence and teamwork within the university. He is actively involved in research, securing grants for projects aimed at advancing ultrasound imaging techniques and understanding environmental noise sources. Nicolas also teaches several courses at the university related to mechanics and medical imaging.

Research Interests

Experience

Director Robotics Engineering Program

2022-01-01 — Present

Université de Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Overseeing the robotics engineering curriculum and programs.

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Université de Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in mechanical engineering.

Research Associate

2012-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Université de Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Research focused on ultrasound and signal processing.

Awards

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Teaching excellence

2025-01-01
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Excellence - Team work

2024-01-01
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Excellence - Team work

2023-01-01

Requirements for University of Sherbrooke

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related scientific field.
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee (approx. CAD 101 for graduates)
  • Official university transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation / Statement of Interest
  • Letters of recommendation (typically 2-3)
  • Birth certificate copy
Specialization Notes

The University of Sherbrooke is primarily a French-language institution; functional French (B2/C1 level) is typically required for most programs unless specified for research-based paths.