Program Overview
The Environmental Engineering at University of Ottawa is a MASc 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 Environmental 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Ottawa, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental 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
- Air pollution
- Water resources management, groundwater management and contaminant transport
- Water and waste water treatment
- Management of solid, hazardous, and radioactive waste and pollution prevention
- Environmental impact assessment
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An honours bachelors degree with a specialization or a major in environmental engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum average of 70% (B);
- An honours bachelors degree with a specialization or a major in related engineering disciplines (civil, chemical, mechanical, etc.) with a minimum average of 70% (B);
- An honours bachelors degree with specialization or a major in environmental science disciplines with a minimum average of 70% (B).
- Pay the $100 ($CDN non-refundable) application fee.
- Demonstrate a good academ
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Nov, 2026
About University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Dec, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
