Civil Engineering - BEng (Hons)
Full-time formats:
• 4 Year
• 5-Year Co-op
Part-time format:
N/A
Requirements:
Grades-Only
Grade range:
High 80s
Faculty:
Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
Experiential learning:
Co-op available
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Is this degree for you?
Imagine designing earthquake-proof buildings, smart water systems, and futuristic cities. In Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s Civil Engineering degree program you’ll learn how to design, construct, operate and manage the lifecycle of critical infrastructure that communities depend on.
In your first year, you’ll study engineering fundamentals, like calculus and physics, and as you progress, you’ll have the option to specialize in structural, environmental or transportation engineering. In your fourth year, you’ll address a real-world challenge through a team capstone design project and present your solution to industry experts.
Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op available
Throughout your journey, you’ll gain experience in labs with the latest software and tools, using data and AI to solve critical infrastructure challenges. You’ll also have opportunities to gain practical experience through optional paid co-op and experiential initiatives.
Accreditation:
- The Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board
Option:
- Structural Engineering
Streams:
- Environmental Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
Optional specializations:
Accelerated pathway:
The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic undergraduate calendar for this program.
1st Semester
Common to Aerospace, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, and Mechatronics Engineering programs.
LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.
Career possibilities:
- Consulting engineer
- Materials engineer
- Structural engineer
- Transportation engineer
Employer possibilities:
- Aecon Group Inc.
- City of Toronto
- EllisDon
- Metrolinx
- Morrison Hershfield
Further education:
- Civil Engineering (MASc, MEng)
- Other engineering fields
Professor added to list of top 25 Women in Science by 3M Canada
Rania Hamza, a civil engineering professor, was recognized by 3M for her outstanding contributions to water treatment research. At TMU, Hamza seeks to support the next generation of women researchers through her Water Research and Resource Recovery Lab.
Read more: Rania Hamza recognized by 3M Canada’s 25 Women in Science program
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program
To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
- Completion of the following required Grade 12 U courses (minimum grade of 70% in each):
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
- Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
- Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
- Physics (SPH4U)
- Chemistry (SCH4U)
An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Tuition and fees range 2025-2026
For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.
Full-time format:
Ontario: $10,777 - $11,376
Out-of-province: $13,183 - $13,943
International: $42,217 - $42,498
Over $20M across all levels of study
We award more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study.
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“I use the theory and software I learned in the Transportation stream daily in my role.”
- Mevandie Abegunawardana, Civil Engineering, Class of 2023, Engineering Associate, Ontario Ministry of Transportation
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Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering programs ranked among best in the world*
*2024 Shanghai Ranking by academic subject
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science (FEAS), is leading the way in experiential and immersive learning. Through extensive co-op and internship programs, research initiatives, co-curricular activities and targeted experiences designed in partnership with industry leaders, every student has the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. When you join one of our 11 undergraduate degree programs, you join a supportive and inclusive community that works and innovates together to tackle local and global challenges.
First-year engineering students also benefit from the First Year Engineering Office (FYEO), which supports a smooth transition to university through orientation, tutoring, study groups and personalized academic plans.
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While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.