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Civil Engineering

University of British Columbia
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition CAD 17,466 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,499 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MEng
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Vancouver, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Civil Engineering at University of British Columbia is a MEng programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: CAD 17,466 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,499 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Vancouver, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Normally, applicants for a master\'s degree program must hold the academic equivalent of a four-year bachelor\'s degree from UBC including one of the following:

  • A minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC) in third- and fourth-year courses.
  • Academic standing with at least 12 credits of third- or fourth-year courses in the A grade range (80% or higher at UBC) in the field of study.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 17,466 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,499 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: CAD 17,466 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,499 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of British Columbia

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University of British Columbia

Vancouver, Canada

public research university in British Columbia, Canada

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months