Civil Engineering

Program Overview

Civil Engineering

Program Overview

The Civil Engineering program at the University of Windsor offers a comprehensive education that includes theoretical and practical knowledge in various areas of civil engineering. The program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and expertise to excel in their careers.

Program Details

MASc

• The MASc is a research-based program in which students complete four graduate-level courses and a thesis under the supervision of a faculty advisor.
• This program is designed to be completed in two years.
• Scholarships and graduate assistantships are available by application.
• Continuation of education is possible with this degree.

International MASc

Review details on the International MASc in Civil Engineering program webpage.

MEng

• An MEng degree may be awarded upon successful completion of a total of eight courses (the MEng has no research component/thesis/work with a faculty supervisor).
• Five courses must be from the student's department (major; civil), and three required courses must be taken:
  • Engineering Technical Communications
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Engineering Project Management (to be taken in the first or second semester of the program)
• The co-op program is optional, and students must apply for admission in their first study term.
• No funding or scholarships are available.

PhD

• An applicant for admission to graduate studies leading to the PhD degree in Civil Engineering must normally be a graduate of a recognized university with a master's degree in applied science (MASc) or the equivalent.
• Applicants with degrees in related fields will be considered but will normally require strengthening of their background in Civil Engineering.
• The objective is to attract the best students and educate them in the rigors of scientific research.

Research Areas and Facilities

• Structural engineering
• Earthquake engineering
• Steel, concrete, and composite properties
• Geotechnical engineering
• Water and wastewater treatment
• Environmental biotechnology
• Air pollution
• Life cycle analysis
• Renewable energy technologies
• Water resources and infrastructure
• Climate change impact and adaptation
• Intelligent transportation systems

Program Specific Admission Requirements

• MASc and PhD:
  • Deadline for Fall: July 1 (Scholarship deadline: May 1)
  • Deadline for Winter: November 1 (Scholarship deadline: September 1)
  • Deadline for Summer: March 1 (Scholarship deadline: January 1)
• MEng: Refer to the MEng program website for admission availability.
• English Language Proficiency requirements:
  • MEng: Refer to the MEng program website for requirements.
• Minimum TOEFL: 83 (IBT)
• Minimum IELTS: 6.5
• Minimum Pearson: 65

Additional Requirements

• Additional requirements for these programs tend to vary; please contact the department for a detailed list.
• For MEng, the additional requirements include:
  • Non-Consolidated Academic Transcript
  • Backlog Certificate
  • Resume/CV
  • A deposit of $4000 is due within 21 days of accepting the offer. NA