Program type
Thesis
Building Engineering (MASc)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
2 years
Credits
45 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter, Summer
Program overview
The MASc in Building Engineering is designed to strengthen specific areas of engineering learned at the undergraduate level and to provide an introduction to graduate research. Examples of subfields studied in the program include building science, construction management, energy efficiency, rehabilitation of urban infrastructure and facility management. Students interested in the course-work master's program should refer to the MEng Program instead.
Admission requirements
Proficiency in English
Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Application process
Application deadlines
All applicants: Canadian / International / Permanent Resident
FALL
June 1 (all applicants)
WINTER
October 1 (all applicants)
SUMMER
February 1 (all applicants)
Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.
International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.
Tuition & funding
Tuition fees
The tuition fees of the program may differ depending on your student status. To estimate the cost of your education at Concordia, go through five (5) easy steps.
Awards and funding
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.
The Quebec and Canadian governments offer a number of competitive graduate scholarships. We encourage you to apply for these awards at the same time you are preparing your application.
Other programs of interest
Civil Engineering (MASc)
- Thesis
Engage in research in established research centres and laboratories for intelligent transportation systems, decision models in construction industry, sustainable cities and the urban built environment, and infrastructure management.
Department
Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Faculty
Building Engineering (MEng)
- Course-based
- Co-op
Enhance your professional design skills and ability to present technical material through coursework among several subfields of building engineering ,including building science, construction management and energy efficiency.
Department
Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Faculty
Building Engineering (Grad. Cert.)
- Course-based
Enhance your professional skills by specializing in one or more sub-disciplines including building science, building envelope, construction management, energy efficiency and building environment.
Department
Department of Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering
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