Overview

Building Engineering at Carleton University graduates in building engineering-related areas have obtained prestigious positions in major engineering companies as building scientists, energy modellers, sustainability consultants, restoration and retrofit experts for heritage buildings, digital and advanced computational modelling specialists, and fire safety engineers. In addition, many of our graduates are employed in the public sector including but not limited to the federal government departments such as the National Research Council, Natural Resources Canada, Public Services and Procurement Canada, municipalities (e.g., City of Ottawa), and utilities (e.g., Hydro Ottawa).

Career Opportunities

The Building Engineering master’s program is an opportunity for students specializing in building performance, heritage conservation and fire safety engineering to enhance their knowledge of building engineering and specialize their skills and knowledge to supply the high demand in the private and public sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building Energy Management and Optimization

Structural assessment of historical buildings

Fire Dynamics

Heritage Conservation and Sustainability

Design for Fire Resistance
Building Services Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

MEng Building Engineering fall

Canadian/International 1April

Canadian/International Winter

01-Aug/01-Dec

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 52 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

4-year (honours) bachelor's degree", 'b+ or better in major subjects', 'overall average of b- or better', "qualifying-year program may be available as an alternative pathway for some master's programs

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Ottawa

Funding

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