Leadership Applications & Practice (DEng)
The Leadership in Engineering Applications and Practice (LEAP) program is a professional Doctorate in Engineering (DEng) degree designed for senior working engineers.
This innovative, cohort-based program prepares professionals to lead large-scale, high-impact engineering initiatives.
With a focus on applied research, technology integration and sustainability, LEAP develops leaders who drive change.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 36 months | Yes | Yes |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Doctorate
- Study options:
- Full-time study, Part-time study
- Program delivery:
- Online, Other: In-person residencies: 3 per year (approx. 4–5 days each) supported by online work and project mentorship
- Dynamic learning:
- Other: In-person mentorship and networking at tri-annual residencies.
Find a supervisor
Each LEAP student is supervised by a UVic faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor.
You do not need to identify a supervisor as part of your application. We will work with you to identify a suitable supervisor, based on your research interests and project alignment.
Explore faculty members' backgrounds and areas of expertise.
Special requirements
LEAP’s curriculum combines formal coursework with applied project work, mentorship and professional development.
You will complete 5 graduate-level courses in core areas that support applied leadership, sustainability, innovation and responsible engineering practice.
Ready to apply?
The LEAP DEng program first uses a pre-application to assess applicants.
You will begin the official UVic application process once enough people have completed the pre-application to provide the most valuable program experience.