B.Tech in Civil Engineering in Canada - Colleges and Fees 2026

Canada remains to be the top choice among the students when it comes to higher studies abroad. The country is home to some of the world's best universities that offer Civil Engineering course. As Civil Engineers are responsible for the societal and economic growth, there is a huge demand for them in Canada. Toronto, Vancouver, Quebec, Ontario are some of the cities in Canada where the job opportunities are in abundance for Civil Engineers.

Civil Engineering in Canada Highlights

Total no. of Civil Engineering universities / colleges in Canada	25+ approx
Civil Engineering Cost in Canada	Average Tuition fee: Rs 23.27 lakhs (annually) Average Living expense: Rs 6.23 lakhs (annually)
Exams required	IELTS, TOEFL, SAT

Civil Engineering Best Universities in Canada

Given below is the list of the universities offering Bachelor’s of Civil Engineering course in Canada. The rankings specified below are as per QS World University Rankings 2022.

Universities	Ranking
University of Toronto	#26
McGill University	#27
University of British Columbia	#46
McMaster University	#140
University of Waterloo	#149
Queen’s University	#240
York University	#494
Dalhousie University	#272
University of Windsor	#701-750
Concordia University	#521-530
Memorial University of Newfoundland	#751-800

(Source: QS)

Civil Engineering Cost / Fees in Canada

Students must be aware of the total cost involved while studying Civil Engineering in Canada. This includes both the average tuition fee and living expenditure. For Canada, the total average 1^st year cost for BE / B.Tech is Rs 29.50 lakhs. The average 1^st year tuition fee is Rs 23.27 lakhs and the average living expense is Rs 6.23 lakhs.

(Note: The average 1^st year tuition fee is as per the 407 BE / B.Tech courses in Canada. On the other hand, the average living expense is based on 179 colleges in Canada)

Student Visa Cost for Canada

A student visa is required to study in Canada and it costs CAD 150 for Indian students. To apply for the Canada study visa, make sure all eligibility conditions are checked.

Civil Engineering in Canada: Eligibility Criteria

To pursue a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering in Canada, the students are required to meet the minimum eligibility requirements. The entry requirements may vary from university to university. However, the basic requirements will be as follows:

• The students must have passed the 12^th class from a recognized board
• The students must have studied Mathematics and Science in the high school
• English language proficiency test scores such as IELTS / TOEFL etc are also required
• The students must have the entrance test scores of SAT / ACT etc
• Statement of Purpose
• Letters of Recommendation

Work Permit after Civil Engineering in Canada

Students who want to stay in Canada after completing their degree are required to obtain a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). The maximum length of PGWP in Canada is 3 years. Some points that should be noted while applying for a work permit are:

• The students must have studied full-time in Canada. The duration of the course should be of at least eight months
• The students must apply for a work permit within 180 days of completing the course. A written proof for the same must also be obtained from the college / university
• The students must have a valid study visa at the time of applying for PGWP

Civil Engineering Scholarships in Canada

Studying Civil Engineering in Canada can be very costly for many international students. To manage studying, the scholarships can be availed. Check the list of the scholarships given below.

• QS Undergraduate Scholarship
• Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award
• University of Waterloo Graduate Scholarship

Check the details of Civil Engineering Scholarships in Canada here

Civil Engineering Jobs and Salaries in Canada

After completing the Civil Engineering course in Canada, the top companies that will be providing the jobs are WSP Global Inc, Stantec Consulting Ltd, Hatch, Aecom Canada Ltd, MPE Engineering, CTQ Consultants, Parsons Corporation etc. As per the reports, the highest salary is provided at SNC-Lavalin Inc. The average pay at SNC-Lavalin Inc is C$95,611. As per the PayScale, the average salary of a Civil Engineering graduate in Canada is C$69,140 per year. 

(Source: PayScale)

 

Akanksha Malhotra06-23-2022 12:08