B.Tech in Civil Engineering in Canada - Colleges and Fees 2025

Canada remains to be the top choice among the students when it comes to pursuing 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)

Civil Engineering in Canada FAQs

Q. Is Civil Engineering in Canada worth doing?

A. Canada has some of the best universities in the world where Civil Engineering can be studied. Apart from this, many job opportunities are offered in Canada to Civil Engineering graduates. Even the fresh civil engineering graduates with limited work experience can get good job opportunities.

Q. What is the study cost of Civil Engineering in Canada?

A. The average 1^st year tuition fee to study BE / B.Tech in Canada is Rs 23.27 lakhs.

Q. Which city in Canada is best for Civil Engineering jobs?

A. Currently, there is a high demand for Civil Engineers in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver.

Q. What are the popular career paths for Civil Engineers in Canada?

A. The popular career paths for Civil Engineers in Canada are Project Manager, Project Engineer, Design Engineering Manager, Civil Engineering Technologist etc.

Q. How much does a Civil Engineering graduate will earn in Canada?

A. According to PayScale, the average salary of a Civil Engineering professional in Canada is C$69,140 per year.

Q. What are the best universities in Canada that offer Civil Engineering course?

A. Some of the top universities in Canada that offer Civil Engineering course are McGill University, University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, University of British Columbia, McMaster University etc.

Q. Are there any scholarships available for the international students to pursue Civil Engineering course in Canada?

A. Yes, a lot of scholarships can be availed by the international students to study Civil Engineering course in Canada. Some of them are QS Undergraduate Scholarship, Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award, University of Toronto Scholars Program, University of Waterloo Graduate Scholarship, Academic Excellence Award (Bachelors).

Q. Do I need a study visa in order to pursue Civil Engineering in Canada?

A. Yes, in order to study in Canada, it is mandatory to have a study visa. To apply for the study visa, students have to fulfill all the eligibility requirements, pay the application fee and submit the required documents. The application fee for study visa is CAD 150.

Q. Name same popular employers who hire Civil Engineering graduates.

A. Some of the popular employers who hire Civil Engineering graduates are WSP Global Inc, Stantec Consulting Ltd, Hatch, Aecom Canada Ltd, MPE Engineering, SNC-Lavalin Inc etc.

Q. What does a Civil Engineer do?

A. A Civil Engineer will design, plan, and / or manage construction projects. The job of Civil Engineers range from small-scale projects like building or bridge repairs, to very large-scale projects like building large stadiums.

Ques. Can I extend my stay in Canada in order to work?
Ans. Yes, you can extend your stay in Canada after completing Civil Engineering course. However, for that, you need a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP).

Akanksha Malhotra06-23-2022 12:08