Science managers

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as a civil engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

To work as a civil engineer in B.C., you may choose to earn the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification. Eligibility is achieved through signing up with the Canada Green Building Council.

Civil engineers

This instructional program class comprises any program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures.

Civil engineering, general

Civil Engineering Doctoral Degrees

Civil Engineering Master's Degrees

Civil engineers plan, design, develop and manage projects for the construction or repair of buildings, earth structures, powerhouses, roads, airports, railways, rapid transit facilities, bridges, tunnels, canals, dams, ports and coastal installations and systems related to highway and transportation services, water distribution and sanitation. Civil engineers may also specialize in foundation analysis, building and structural inspection, surveying, geomatics and municipal planning. They are employed by engineering consulting companies, in all levels of government, by construction firms and in many other industries, or they may be self-employed.

To work in an accounting-related profession in B.C., you may choose to earn the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Eligibility for this designation is achieved through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in any subject from a Canadian or international university and required prerequisite courses. 

Employment as a senior manager in construction, transportation, production, and utilities may additionally require several years of related work experience. 

Senior managers - construction, transportation, production and utilities

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as an engineering manager in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Engineering managers

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as an engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Other professional engineers

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

This career is eligible for Red Seal endorsement. When all levels of your trades training are complete, you can write an Interprovincial Red Seal exam. A successful result demonstrates you have met the national standard for your trade in Canada will allow you to practice your trade outside of B.C. in provinces and territories covered by the Red Seal certification.

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as a construction manager with an engineering background in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Construction managers

Civil Engineering Bachelor's Degrees

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Civil Engineering: Master of Applied Science (MASc) (UBCO)]( https://engineering.ok.ubc.ca/programs-admissions/grad/)

Civil Engineering: Master of Applied Science (MASc) (UBCO)

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Civil Engineering: Master of Applied Science (MASc) (UBCV)]( https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs/master-of-applied-science-civil-engineering)

Civil Engineering: Master of Applied Science (MASc) (UBCV)

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Civil Engineering: Master of Engineering (MEng) (UBCO)]( https://engineering.ok.ubc.ca/programs-admissions/grad/)

Civil Engineering: Master of Engineering (MEng) (UBCO)

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Civil Engineering: Master of Engineering (MEng) (UBCV)]( https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs/master-of-engineering-civil-engineering)

Civil Engineering: Master of Engineering (MEng) (UBCV)

For information and to apply visit the institution's website: 

[Civil Engineering: Master of Applied Science (MASc)](https://www.uvic.ca/graduate/programs/graduate-programs/credential-pages/civil-engineering-cred/civil-engineering-masc.php)

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Civil Engineering Master's Degrees

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