Civil Engineers play a key role in our cities and our society by planning, building, and maintaining infrastructure needed to survive diverse climates, extreme weather, and the needs of an aging population. Civil Engineers also contribute to building a better future by addressing environmental impacts and sustainability concerns.
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta is among the best in Canada, with a long-standing tradition of excellence and many distinguished alumni. Our civil engineering program equips students with a broad range of technical knowledge and practical skills in geotechnical, structural, water resources, transportation, environmental, and construction engineering. With our proximity to Alberta's booming construction economy and connections to industry, we are able to offer you unmatched research and career opportunities. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | This program does not allow admission directly from high school. Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. All students in the Qualifying Year in the Faculty of Engineering follow a common curriculum in their first year. At the end of the first year, students choose among the various specialized Engineering programs offered and between the traditional and cooperative education streams.
Students with transferable post-secondary coursework taken outside of the Faculty of Engineering are considered for admission based on GPA and relevant transfer credit. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.