Program Overview
The Civil Engineering at University of Ottawa is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 6,482 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 2,729 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ottawa, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- DEEP FOUNDATIONS
- SITE IMPROVEMENTS
- MECHANICS OF UNSATURATED SOILS
- NUMERICAL METHODS FOR GEOTHECHNICAL ENGINEERS
- ICE MECHANICS
- CASE STUDIES IN GEOTHECHNICAL ENGINEERING
- ADVANCED SOIL MECHANICS
- PAVEMENTS AND MATERIALS
- EARTH RETAINING STRUCTURES
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Hold an honours bachelors degree with specialization or a major in civil engineering, or in the sub-disciplines normally considered to be part of civil engineering;
- Have a minimum average of B (70%) in their bachelor\'s degree;
- Demonstrate strong academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills;
- Provide at least two confidential letters of recommendation from professors who are familiar with the applicants work;
- For admission to the MASc, identify at least one professor who is willing and available to act as thesis supervisor;
- Be proficient (understand, speak and write) in English. Most of the courses in these programs are offered in English. Research activities can be conducted either in English, French or both, depending on the language used by the professor and the members of his or her research group.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 6,482 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 2,729 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 6,482 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 2,729 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Ottawa 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 Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
