Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering - Water and Environmental Engineering

With roots dating back to 1854, UNB's Civil Engineering department has a long and prestigious history. Our graduate program has helped hundreds of students cement the necessary engineering skills to plan, design and manage the essential infrastructure of modern society.

From highways and bridges to water treatment plants and energy-efficient buildings, UNB provides our graduates with a solid foundation to build exciting careers with consulting engineering companies, NGOs, provincial and federal government agencies, and academic and research organizations around the world.

The PhD degree is a research degree for which a thesis on original and significant research in the field of civil engineering is a major requirement. Candidates are normally required to have a graduate degree in engineering or applied science. To qualify for the PhD degree, a student must maintain a superior grade point average and obtain a passing grade on a Comprehensive Examination administered within the first 12 months. Acceptability and suitability are determined by the candidate's PhD comprehensive examination committee.

Duration (full-time attendance): One to two years (MEng), Two years (MScE), Three to four years (PhD).
Entry Terms: Fall and Winter for MEng, Fall, Winter and Summer for MScE and PhD.

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 Masters degree from an accredited university
Applicants are required to submit an application including three references and a statement describing their research interests
Computer Based TOEFL minimum score 213 including the Test of Written English TWE minimum score of 40.
Internet Based TOEFL Minimum score of 94 including the Test of Written English TWE minimum score of 25.
Paper Based minimum score of 550 including the Test of Written English TWE minimum score 40.
TOEFL ITP is not accepted.
IELTS International English Language Testing System Academic Module
Online version not accepted.
Minimum score of band 7.
Duolingo and TOEFL Home Edition are no longer accepted.
MELAB - The Michigan English Language Assessment Battery - Minimum score of 85 percent.