📖Introduction

Concordia University is a public research university located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1974 following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University, Concordia is one of the three universities in Quebec where English is the primary language of instruction. We’re a next-generation university, continually reimagining the future of higher education. Located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, Concordia is the top-ranked university in North America founded within the last 50 years and annually registers some 51,000 students through its innovative approach to experiential learning and cross-functional research.

As a next-generation university, Concordia sets its sights further and more broadly than others. We align the quality of learning opportunities to larger trends and substantial challenges facing society. We pursue technology without losing sight of our humanity. We find inspiration through narrative and dialogue.

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📚About the Program

PhD in Civil Engineering at Concordia University Montreal

The PhD program in Civil Engineering is the highest-level degree offered in the field, allowing students to gain expertise through intensive research. You will increase your analytical knowledge through a combination of specialized courses and a research thesis completed under the supervision of one of our faculty members. The objective of the PhD program is to train highly qualified researchers who will contribute to technological innovation in the discipline and the university's department through research and development. Where possible, research of interest to the industry is encouraged. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Civil Engineering Courses
CIVI 6001 Advanced Reinforced Concrete (4 credits)
CIVI 6011 Pre-cast and Pre-stressed Concrete Structures (4 credits)
CIVI 6021 Durability of Concrete Materials (4 credits)
CIVI 6031 Seismic Assessment and Retrofit of Structures (4 credits)
CIVI 6051 Design of Industrial Structures (4 credits)
CIVI 6061 Structural Health Monitoring (4 credits)
CIVI 6071 Advanced Steel Structures Design (4 credits)
CIVI 6101 Planning and Design of Bridges (4 credits)
CIVI 6301 Hydrology (4 credits)
CIVI 6331 Hydraulic Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 6381 Hydraulic Structures (4 credits)
CIVI 6401 Transportation Systems Analysis (4 credits)
CIVI 6411 Urban Transportation Planning (4 credits)
CIVI 6441 Traffic Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 6451 Pavement Design (4 credits)
CIVI 6461 Pavement Management Systems (4 credits)
CIVI 6481 Sustainable Management of Industrial Waste (4 credits)
CIVI 6491 Engineering Aspects of Site Remediation (4 credits)
CIVI 6501 Foundation Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 6511 Earth Structures and Slope Stability (4 credits)
CIVI 6521 Soil Behaviour (4 credits)
CIVI 6531 Soil Testing and Properties (4 credits)
CIVI 6601 Modelling in Building and Environmental Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 6611 Environmental Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 6621 Engineering Aspects of Biological Treatment of Water and Air (4 credits)
CIVI 6631 Hazardous Material Management and Transportation (4 credits)
CIVI 6641 Unit Operations in Environmental Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 6651 Water Pollution and Control (4 credits)
CIVI 6661 Environmental Impact Assessment (4 credits)
CIVI 6666 Climate Change in Engineering Practice (4 credits)
CIVI 6671 Fate and Transport of Contaminants in the Environment (4 credits)
CIVI 6681 Environmental Nanotechnology (4 credits)
CIVI 6691 Greenhouse Gases and Control (4 credits)
CIVI 6711 Asset Management for Sustainable Civil Infrastructure (4 credits)
CIVI 6721 Infrastructure Systems Modeling and Simulation (4 credits)
CIVI 6731 Big Data Analytics for Smart Cities (4 credits)
CIVI 6901 Selected Topics in Civil Engineering I (4 credits)
CIVI 691 Topics in Civil Engineering I (4 credits)
CIVI 6931 Civil Infrastructure Rehabilitation (4 credits)
CIVI 7001 Earthquake Engineering (4 credits)
CIVI 7111 Theory and Design of Modern Bridge Systems (4 credits)
CIVI 7311 Advanced Analysis of Groundwater Flow and Contamination (4 credits)
CIVI 791 Topics in Civil Engineering II (4 credits)
CIVI 7901 Environmental Engineering Research Project (8 credits)

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🏫About Concordia University Montreal

The Concordia community contributes to the vitality of our metropolis by performing relevant research, fostering innovation and hosting exciting cultural events during normal operations. Concordia is joining the Decade of Action to achieve the UN’s ambitious Sustainable Development Goals. The Goals draw on our strengths in community health, global literacy, water security, environmental impact and sustainable infrastructure design.

Located in the vibrant and multicultural City of Montreal, Concordia University places among the top-ranked universities worldwide founded within the last 50 years and among the largest urban universities in Canada.

While Concordia’s next-generation thinking allows it to constantly look forward, its roots are firmly planted in two distinctive institutions of higher education, both with illustrious histories. The university was officially founded on August 24, 1974, following the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University.

Concordia adopted its name from Montreal’s motto, Concordia salus, which means “well-being through harmony.”

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

553 RMB

Tuition fee:

56,703 CAD per year

226,812 CAD in total

Insurance is 1,344 CAD.

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

Minimum education level: Master's

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters
  • Research proposal

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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