PhD in Civil Engineering in Kingston Canada | Queen's University

The PhD program focuses on research and requires completion of a thesis, equipping students with specialized expertise for careers in academic, governmental, or industrial research settings.
The FEAS Graduate Council mandates these minimum requirements beyond a Master's degree: completion of 3 graduate-level courses (or equivalent), with individual departments potentially requiring additional coursework. Only one of the three required courses may be a combined undergraduate/graduate offering (400/800-level courses). Additionally, students must complete research and thesis work, plus pass a comprehensive examination. This exam verifies that candidates possess a viable PhD research proposal, thorough understanding of their primary and related study areas, and the capability to engage with complex concepts at the doctoral level.
Queen's Civil Engineering graduate programs attract top scholars in civil and environmental engineering disciplines. The program fosters an interdisciplinary research culture where students can explore engineering across multiple specializations. Departmental research falls into two primary categories: Civil Engineering Environment (covering Environmental, Geotechnical, Geoenvironmental, and Hydrotechnical Engineering) and Civil Engineering Infrastructure (including Structural, Materials Engineering, and Geotechnical Infrastructure). Our globally diverse department encourages collaboration both within Queen's University and with external research centers worldwide, with travel opportunities available when research demands.