Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering - Transportation Engineering in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

Civil engineers create and oversee the vast infrastructure systems that modern communities rely on, including roads, structures, bridges, dams, tunnels, flood barriers, sewage networks, and water purification facilities. Shaping tomorrow's infrastructure, Civil Engineers now manage expenditures exceeding 10% of Canada's total economic output - more than any other professional field. Since Civil Engineers primarily serve the public, they frequently address the societal implications of their work, encompassing ethical, legal, and community concerns. Whether specializing or working broadly, Civil Engineers extensively utilize knowledge from physical sciences, social sciences, related professions, and other engineering disciplines. In recent years, as engineers have engaged in more cross-disciplinary projects, the traditional boundaries between engineering fields have significantly blurred. Individuals with the advanced analytical abilities gained through Civil Engineering education are in high demand across diverse sectors including city development, financial services, and corporate management.

The Master of Applied Science program emphasizes research and offers both full-time and part-time enrollment options, with full-time participation highly recommended. Full-time MASc students typically finish the degree within two years, with the first year concentrating on coursework and the second dedicated primarily to research. Acceptance into the MASc program depends on securing a faculty advisor in the student's specialization area who agrees to provide research supervision and financial support. Prospective MASc applicants are strongly advised to contact potential supervisors in their desired research area before submitting their online application. While not mandatory, this preliminary contact helps assess compatibility between student research interests and faculty expertise. Applicants should also specify their preferred supervisor(s) in the designated section of the online application form.