27 PhD programmes in Civil Engineering & Construction in Canada

Dalhousie University's PhD in Civil Engineering programme provides the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that addresses critical infrastructure challenges, develop specialized expertise in areas such as transportation, earth and environment, structures and materials, geotechnical, and petroleum engineering.

The department at Royal Military College of Canada is accredited to offer Ph.D. degrees in Civil Engineering.

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at the Memorial University of Newfoundland offers thesis-based graduate programs leading to a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree in Civil Engineering.

The Institute of Civil Engineering offers graduate programs leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering offered by the Department of Civil Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes enriching and forward-thinking learning opportunities. 

Civil Engineering is the study, application, and practice of using science and engineering technologies to deal with the design, planning, construction and maintenance of sustainable infrastructure, in both physical and natural built environment. This degree is offered at McMaster University.

York University’s graduate program in Civil Engineering, housed in an emerging department with innovators committed to sustainable, resilient infrastructure, offers the perfect place to take on the challenges of today with solutions for tomorrow.

The Civil Engineering - Water programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in civil infrastructure, water systems, and sustainable engineering solutions.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta, incorporating the School of Mining and Petroleum Engineering, offers programs of study leading to the advanced degrees of Master of Science, Master of Engineering and Doctor of Philosophy.

The Department of Civil and Mineral Engineering at the University of Toronto offers graduate programs leading to the Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering. Qualified students are accepted for advanced studies in one of the following fields: Building Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geomechanics, Structural Engineering, and Transportation Engineering.

The Civil Engineering graduate program at the University of Windsor is designed to prepare students for successful and rewarding professional careers in civil engineering.

The PhD program in Civil Engineering at Concordia University Montréal is the highest-level degree offered in the field, allowing students to gain expertise through intensive research.

Throughout the Civil Engineering PhD course from the Queen's University as a student you can play a vital role in future developments in such areas as design of foundations, water quality, sediment transportation, pipeline flow, construction and rehabilitation of structures, and many other areas. 

In our Civil Engineering PhD program at University of Victoria, you’ll pursue independent and original research, creating significant advances in our understanding of green civil engineering.

At the University of Saskatchewan, we offer our graduate students a phd program degree in Civil Engineering.

This unique multi-disciplinary Civil Engineering degree course delivered by Toronto Metropolitan University prepares highly qualified graduate students for active roles in enhancing the nation’s economic, environmental and social development.

The Civil Engineering programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in infrastructure systems, environmental engineering, and sustainable built-environment solutions.

The PhD in Civil Engineering program at Lakehead University is designed for highly qualified personnel interested in a rewarding career in fundamental or applied research.

Our advanced training in Civil Engineering at the University of Manitoba empowers graduates to contribute to the economic and social betterment of our society through sustainable design. Whether it’s the roads we drive on, the safe water we drink, the buildings we live and work in, or the rivers and lakes we enjoy, civil engineers impact many areas of our lives.

This Civil and Environmental Engineering program is offered at Western University - Canada to applicants who hold a Master's Degree in a related field.