Master of Science (Civil and Environmental Engineering)

Program Requirements

Coursework

The Master of Science program requires a minimum of:

18 units (six single-term graduate courses or equivalent), of which
- 12 units (four single-term courses or equivalent) should be in the candidate’s major fields of interest,
a research thesis.

In some areas of specialization, an additional 6 units (two single-term courses or equivalent) more than the minimum are required. The Department will require more 3-unit courses in cases where the undergraduate degree does not provide a superior background for the chosen area of specialization or in cases where the course preparation needs to be augmented to enhance the execution of the research topic.

There is no second language requirement other than English for the degree of MSc.

Ethics Requirement

Engineering students must complete GPS ethics requirements based on their programs.

Professional Development Requirement

Engineering students must complete GPS’s professional development requirement.

Length of Program

A candidate may complete a Master of Science program in 15 to 18 months. However, students often require 19 to 23 months depending on the thesis topic. The maximum time permitted for completion of the program is four years from the date of first registration.