BCEE

Ph.D. Programs

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BCEE offers the Doctor of Philosophy program (Ph.D.) in Building Engineering, and also in Civil Engineering which includes Environmental Engineering as one of its major research area.

The Ph.D. program leads to the highest degree offered by the Faculty and is designed to provide students an opportunity to obtain the greatest possible expertise in their chosen field through intensive research. Advancement of analytical and/or experimental knowledge through a combination of specialized courses and a research thesis under the supervision of an experienced researcher forms the main component of the doctoral programs. Where possible, research of interest to industry is encouraged.

The objectives of the Ph.D. program is to educate highly qualified researchers required for the expansion of fundamental knowledge and technological innovation through research and development, as well as the needs of institutions of higher learning. A variety of scholarships and awards are available to qualified students including international students.

Admission requirements

To be considered for admission applicants normally must hold a master’s degree or equivalent with high standing in engineering or computer science, or in a cognate discipline. Holders of bachelor’s degree will, in general, be considered for admission to a master’s program only.


Requirements for the degree


Please refer to Part III of the Graduate Calendar for more information.

  • Credits: A fully-qualified candidate entering the doctoral program with a master’s degree is required to complete a minimum of 90 credits. Candidates admitted with a master’s degree in a cognate discipline, or if they need additional knowledge in an area pertinent to their research, will, in general, be required to complete more than the minimum number of credits.
  • Courses: Students admitted on the basis of a master’s degree will normally be required to complete a minimum of 12 credits in course work. Course descriptions.
  • ENCS 8501: Comprehensive Examination.
  • ENCS 8511: Doctoral Research Proposal (6 credits). A student whose proposal is accepted will be admitted to candidacy for the Ph.D.
  • ENCS 8011: Ph. D. Seminar (2 credits).
  • ENGR 8911: Doctoral Research and Thesis (70 credits).

IMPORTANT: Minimum acceptable academic performance




Application deadline

Applications for admission from within Canada must be complete by June 1 for the Fall term, October 1 for the Winter term, and February 1 for the Summer term. Applications from outside Canada must be complete by February 15 for the Fall term, June 15 for the Winter term, and October 15 for the Summer term. Late applications will be considered for the earliest applicable term.


Apply here. After having applied, you will have your student's ID, which you should use in all your correspondence with the university.



Research supervisor

  • Admission into the Ph.D. program is also conditional on the availability of a thesis supervisor, facilities and funding.
  • After submission of the complete application, potential students may wish to contact research faculty in your area in order to express your interests and qualifications. It is recommended that you submit a research dossier that includes, where applicable:
    • Student ID and detailed CV with complete list of research publications.
    • A brief research proposal.
 
 Research Faculty & Areas
 Research in Building
   Engineering
 Building Envelope
 Building Environment
 Building Materials
 Mechanical Systems & Control
 Energy Efficiency
 Wind Effects
 Construction Engineering
  and Management
 Research in Civil
   Engineering
 Structural Engineering
 Hydraulic Engineering
 Geotechnical Engineering
 Transportation Engineering
 Civil Engineering Systems
 Water Resources
 Research in Environmental
   Engineering
 Interdisciplinary Research
 Centre for Building Studies
 M.A.Sc. Programs
 Ph.D. Programs
 

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