CA · Master's
Western University (Faculty of Engineering)
MEng in Civil & Environmental Engineering
Western University (Faculty of Engineering)
Course Overview
The MEng in Civil & Environmental Engineering at Western is a one-year, course-based professional degree (no thesis required) — Sri Lankan engineers use it to top up their BSc Eng credentials and qualify for the 3-year PGWP plus a clear path to PEO licensure. Three intakes a year (September / January / May) make it one of the most accessible MEng options in Ontario.
You choose a concentration from structural, geotechnical, transportation, water resources, or environmental engineering — each anchored by Western's WindEEE Research Institute (the world's first three-dimensional wind testing chamber) and the Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel Lab. The programme requires 8 graduate courses plus an industry project supervised by a faculty member.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle BSc Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or closely related) from a recognised university — Moratuwa, Peradeniya, SLIIT, and Sabaragamuwa profiles are accepted.
- check_circle Minimum 70% average in the final two years (Sri Lankan equivalent of a Canadian B+ / 3.0 GPA).
- check_circle CV / résumé and statement of interest outlining your chosen concentration.
- check_circle Two academic or professional references — workplace references are accepted for applicants with 2+ years of experience.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 6.0).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 86 Overall (min 20 in each section).
- check_circle Waived if your BSc Eng was taught and assessed in English.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (CAD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (12 months) | CAD 47,037 | Rs. 11,054,000 |
| Ancillary & Student Fees | CAD 1,900 | Rs. 447,000 |
| Living Expenses (12 months in London, ON) | CAD 18,500 | Rs. 4,348,000 |
| Study Permit & Health Insurance | CAD 1,100 | Rs. 259,000 |
| Total Programme Investment | CAD 68,537 | Rs. 16,108,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Western MEng graduates move into Ontario's civil-engineering consultancies (WSP, Stantec, Arup, AECOM, Hatch, Parsons) and into municipal roles in Toronto, London, and Hamilton. The MEng is a recognised pathway to PEO licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) — the Canadian licence required for signing off on infrastructure work. Graduates use the 3-year PGWP to accumulate the Canadian engineering experience needed for both P.Eng. and Express Entry PR.
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