The program generally has between 40 and 60 graduate students conducting research in all the major sub-disciplines of Civil Engineering. MEng students often complete their program on a part-time basis. Research areas: Construction Engineering and Management, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Materials and Infrastructure Renewal, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Water and Environmental Engineering. Research Chairs: M. Patrick Gillin Chair in Construction Engineering and Management; D.C. Campbell Chair in Highway Construction and Pavement Research.

International applicants who are applying from outside Canada should apply at least six months in advance of the intended start date to be sure to have all permits processed before their programs are scheduled to begin. Applicants are encouraged to review our website and may wish to contact faculty members about potential research and funding opportunities. 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). PhD applicants typically hold a Master’s degree from an accredited university. Applicants are required to submit an application, including a statement describing their research interests. International applicants whose first language is not English must submit language scores that meet or exceed: International English language testing system (IELTS) = Band 7.5 Paper-based TOEFL = 580 Internet-based TOEFL = 92 Michigan test = 85% International applicants: Include a copy of your GRE results if you have completed the exam. GRE results are required for applicants applying for the Construction Engineering Management area.