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Waterloo's Civil Engineering program offers a rigorous yet rewarding experience, providing students with significant flexibility to tailor their studies through numerous technical electives across structural, transportation, geotechnical, and water-environmental disciplines. The co-op program further enhances this journey, allowing students to explore diverse career paths by working with various organizations—helping them identify their preferred specialization while gaining invaluable practical skills. Get ready to operate heavy machinery! As part of one of Canada's largest (and globally top-ranked) civil engineering programs, you'll master designing and sustaining critical infrastructure like bridges, highways, airports, tunnels, dams, and pollution-control systems. This degree emphasizes adaptability—after core coursework, you can select from an extensive range of technical electives in structural, transportation, geotechnical, and water-environmental engineering. Put theory into practice during six co-op terms, exploring career possibilities with leading construction firms, government agencies, or international opportunities. Upon graduation, you'll be equipped to build enduring structures—whether in Canada or around the world.