Civil Engineering

Students can enrol in the Civil Engineering program at the University of Ottawa in both English and French. Learners will get a comprehensive education in designing and maintaining foundations, bridges, canals, dams, transportation facilities, municipal sewer and water networks, and wastewater and solid waste treatment systems. Throughout a rigorous program covering with world class teaching laboratories, multimedia classrooms and outstanding computer facilities, students will develop an expertise in the field and become masters of the equipment.

Opportunities for hands-on and experiential learning are highlighted by co-op programs. Students can choose from the standard four year pathway, or expand into the dual fast-track degree, taking an extra year to earn both a Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Computing Technology concurrently.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
• English 4U or Français 4U, Advanced Functions 4U, Calculus and Vectors 4U, Chemistry 4U, and Physics 4U.

What You’ll Learn

• Tackle complex problems creatively while communicating and leading effectively in diverse, bilingual teams.
• Develop hands-on skills through labs, co-op placements, and collaborative projects that simulate professional engineering challenges.
• Design and analyze bridges, buildings, roads, and water systems, turning theory into real-world solutions.