Program Overview

Introduction to the MSc in Civil Engineering

The MSc in Civil Engineering satisfies the demand for highly-qualified personnel in the field of Civil Engineering. This demand is fuelled by the requirements to maintain an aging infrastructure and to maintain and develop natural resources with minimal environmental impact to natural systems. Sustainability and structural durability and the impact of climate change on civil engineering works have become increasingly important challenges in the field of civil engineering.

Program Overview

This program offers students the opportunity for advanced study and the development of independent research abilities in the discipline areas of:

• construction
• environmental
• geotechnical and geoenvironmental
• rock
• structural
• transportation
• water resources engineering Students will have the opportunity to conduct advanced study in emerging areas such as:
  • intelligent construction equipment management and computer-integrated construction engineering
  • electrokinetic ground improvement and remediation
  • rockburst dynamics and dynamic stability of structures
  • structural fire engineering
  • structural health monitoring and structural dynamics
  • studies on multiphase jets and plumes and dynamics of complex fluids

Program Options

There are two options for the Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering program:

• Thesis-based option: This option fosters the independent research abilities of students. These objectives are achieved through a combination of course work and research. This option is ideal for students seeking to continue on to doctoral studies as well as students interested in research and development careers within industry. All thesis students must enrol full-time in the program.
• Course-based option: This option is a professionally focused graduate degree designed to enhance advanced technical knowledge, practical skills, and leadership abilities in engineering practice. This option emphasizes coursework.

Degree Requirements

Full details on the degree requirements for a Master of Science (MSc) in Civil Engineering can be obtained by viewing the calendar entry.

Financial Assistance

All applications to the thesis option are automatically considered for financial assistance.

Research Areas

Current research areas include various topics within the discipline areas of construction, environmental, geotechnical and geoenvironmental, rock, structural, transportation, and water resources engineering.