Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Offered by The University of British Columbia in Canada

Degree
Master Degree (2.5 years)
Field of study
Engineering & IT
Duration
2 years
Language of instruction
English
Tuition fee
USD 26,360
Application deadline
September 14, 2026
Location
6200 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada
Country
Canada

About this program

UBC’s MASc in Civil Engineering is a research‑intensive, thesis-based master’s requiring completion of 30 credits: 12 thesis credits plus 18 credits of coursework. It offers nine specialization areas including structural & earthquake engineering, geotechnical engineering, hydrotechnical engineering, geo-environmental engineering, transportation engineering, environmental systems, and materials. Students must secure a faculty supervisor during the program.

Entry requirements

  • Academic requirement: Master's Degree
  • Language requirement: IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/DUOLINGUO
  • Age requirement: Less than 28 Years Old

Why study Master of Science in Civil Engineering at The University of British Columbia

  • Cutting-edge research environment: Engage in impactful projects such as structural-health monitoring, water treatment, seismic safety, and transportation modeling.
  • Strong funding support: MASc students receive a minimum stipend of CAD 27,000/year, with additional TA/RA opportunities and potential supervisor funding.
  • Renowned department in global rankings: UBC’s Civil Engineering is ranked #2 in Canada and ~30th globally (QS 2024).
  • Exceptional facilities & collaborations: Access UBC’s world-class infrastructure and industry partnerships in the Vancouver innovation ecosystem.
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