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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Science in Engineering in Civil Engineering (Thesis)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Science in Engineering in Civil Engineering (Thesis)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $28,650 CAD

  • Application fee

    $125 CAD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PGWP

    2-3 years

  • Min GPA

    3 out of 4.3

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Summer-May 01-October-2024 2024-10-01
Fall-September 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Winter-January 01-June-2024 2024-06-01
Summer-May 01-October-2025 2025-10-01

Overview

Master of Science in Engineering in Civil Engineering

The MScE degree at UNB is a research-oriented degree for which a thesis is a major requirement.

At least 60 per cent of the approved course work must be in the area of specialization.

With roots dating back to 1854, UNB’s Civil Engineering department has a long and prestigious history. 

The graduate program has helped hundreds of students develop the necessary engineering skills to plan, design and manage the essential infrastructure of modern society.

Fields of study

Applicants are required to select a research area from the list on the Civil Engineering Graduate Studies Website.

  • Construction engineering & management
  • Geotechnical & geoenvironmental engineering
  • Engineering materials & infrastructure renewal
  • Structural engineering
  • Transportation engineering
  • Water & environmental engineering

Note: You must choose one of the research areas on the Application Form.

MEng program is only available for students interested in the Transportation Engineering area and Structures area. 

Prospective students interested in other areas of Civil Engineering at a Master's level are encouraged to consider the MScE program.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$40,106

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,892
Accommodation 1 bed room $11,456
Tuition 1 person $28,650

Hourly wage

Min wage

14.75 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Three references
  • A statement describing their research interests
  • Official Transcripts
  • English Proficiency Scores
  • Personal statement
  • Passport/visa documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
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TOEFL

94
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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
  • International students who have been conditionally accepted to undergraduate or graduate programs at UNB Saint John — or who plan to apply — but who need to improve their English as a condition of their acceptance
  • Students who have been conditionally accepted to the New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) but who need to provide proof of English proficiency before beginning their studies at NBCC.

Here are the test score requirements for each level of the EAP program:

  • Level 3 (High Beginner): IELTS 3.0 – 4.0 |Duolingo 55-65
  • Level 4 (Intermediate I): IELTS 4.5 – 5.0 | Duolingo 70-80
  • Level 5 (Intermediate II): IELTS 5.5 | Duolingo 85-90

Duolingo and TOEFL Home Edition are no longer accepted.


Academic background and requirement

All applicants should hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.3 (B average or upper second-class standing). 

NOTE 2: Applicants are encouraged to review the website and may wish to contact faculty members about potential research and funding opportunities.

Career opportunities

  • Structural Engineer
  • Geotechnical Engineer
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Engineering Manager
  • Design Engineer
  • Water resource Engineer
  • Civil Engineer

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