Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
Why choose Civil Engineering at UVic?
Learn how to design and build the sustainable infrastructure our communities depend on. At UVic, you’ll gain the technical skills, design experience and real-world practice you need to create greener, safer and more resilient cities. Through hands-on labs, project-based learning and paid co-op work terms, you’ll graduate career-ready—with experience that employers value.
- Sustainability first: Courses include environmental engineering, building science, resilience and climate-focused design.
- Project-based learning: Work on team-based design challenges from your first year onward.
- Small, collaborative environment: Learn in a close-knit community where you know your instructors and your classmates.
- Pathways to impact: Join research teams working on clean energy, smart cities, sustainable water systems and resilient infrastructure.
What you'll learn
- Sustainable development and infrastructure design
- Building science fundamentals
- Environmental engineering and environmental policy
- Sustainable transportation systems
- Climate adaptation and resilient cities
Careers
- Construction and risk analyst
- Environmental engineer
- Geophysicist
- Geotechnical engineer
- Marine engineer
- Municipal engineer
- Safety engineer
- Structural designer
Hands-on learning
Engineering at UVic is built around doing. Your learning will include:
- Design studios that teach creative problem-solving
- Labs and tutorials where you test materials, model systems, and learn engineering tools
- Team-based projects that prepare you for real consulting and industry work
Co-operative study
- Through UVic’s co-op program, you’ll apply what you learn in paid, career-related positions that count toward your degree—and give you a head start after graduation.
- Co-op is available to everyone, including international students with co-op work permits.
- On average, 70 percent of UVic co-op students graduate with a job offer already in hand.
Student spotlight
Civil engineering student Leo Dougan worked as a project engineer co-op with Gwaii Engineering, an Indigenous civil and environmental engineering firm, designing and drafting infrastructure projects while connecting with Indigenous communities. Through co-op, he applied his studies to sustainable design and water treatment work while building technical, collaborative and community-focused engineering skills.
Admission requirements
Apply to UVic as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.
High school students
- Select Engineering: Year 1 entry (BEng) when you submit your application. You can declare your area of engineering study after one year of full-time study.
Transfer students
- Select your area of engineering study when you submit your application.
- If you have a technology diploma in civil engineering (or a related discipline), Camosun College's one-year bridge program enables you to enter third-year studies at UVic.
Select your education system
Choose your current or most recent high school, college or university to see your admission requirements.
British Columbia & Yukon
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- Approved English 11
- Pre‑calculus 11
- Chemistry 11
- Physics 11
- Approved social studies 11/12
Grade 12 courses
- English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (minimum 73%)
- Pre‑calculus 12 (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 12 or Calculus 12
- Approved academic 12
See all approved high school courses for BC and Yukon.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English Language Arts 20‑1
- Mathematics 20‑1
- Chemistry 20
- Physics 20
- Approved social studies 20
Grade 12 courses
- English Language Arts 30‑1 (minimum 73%)
- Mathematics 30‑1 (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 30 or Mathematics 31
- Approved academic 30/31
See all approved high school courses for Alberta and Nunavut.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Full IB diploma with three or more HL subjects
- English HL or SL (minimum score of 3)
- Math HL or SL (minimum score of 4)
- Math Studies or Math Applications and Interpretations SL are not acceptable
- Chemistry and Physics (HL or SL) (minimum score of 4)
Estimated IB score
Estimated scores are based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual score required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated IB score: 30 points (excluding additional points)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English Language Arts 30S
- Pre‑calculus 30S
- Chemistry 30S
- Physics 30S
- Approved social studies 30S
Grade 12 courses
- English Language Arts 40S (minimum 73%)
- Pre‑calculus 40S (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 40S or Introduction to Calculus and Advanced Math I 40S
- Approved academic 40S
See all approved high school courses for Manitoba.
All versions of English Language Arts 30S and English Language Arts 40S are acceptable as the required English courses, except for ELA: English Language & Technical Communication.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English 111 or 112
- Pre‑calculus 110
- Chemistry 111
- Physics 111
- Approved social studies 110/111/112
Grade 12 courses
- English 121 or 122 (minimum 73%)
- Pre‑calculus B120 (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 120/121/122 or Calculus 120
- Approved academic 120/121/122
See all approved high school courses for New Brunswick.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English Language Arts 2201
- Math 2200 (Advanced)
- Chemistry 2202
- Physics 2202
- Approved social studies 2200
Grade 12 courses
- English Language Arts 3201 (minimum 73%)
- Math 3200 (advanced) (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 3200/4200 or Mathematics 3208 (Calculus)
- Approved academic 3200/4200
See all approved high school courses for Newfoundland and Labrador.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Curriculum change
High schools in the Northwest Territories are changing from the Alberta curriculum to the BC curriculum.
- If you graduate in 2027 (or after), your admission requirements are based on the BC curriculum.
- If you graduated in 2026 (or before), your admission requirements are based on the Alberta curriculum.
Learn more about the JK-12 Curriculum Renewal.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English 11 (academic)
- Math 11 (academic) or Advanced Math 11
- Chemistry 11
- Physics 11
- Approved social studies 11
Grade 12 courses
- English 12 (academic) (minimum 73%)
- Pre-calculus Math 12 (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 12 or Calculus 12
- Approved academic or advanced grade 12
See all approved high school courses for Nova Scotia.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- Chemistry 3U
- Physics 3U
Grade 12 courses
- English 4U (minimum 73%)
- Advanced Functions 4U (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 4U or Calculus and Vectors 4U (MCV4U)
- Three additional 4U/4M courses
See all approved high school courses for Ontario.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English 521A (academic)
- Math 521A or 521B
- Chemistry 511A or 521A
- Physics 521A
- Approved social studies 521A
Grade 12 courses
- English 621A (academic) (minimum 73%)
- Math 621A or 621B (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 621A or Math 611B (Advanced Mathematics and Calculus)
- Approved academic or advanced 621
See all approved high school courses for Prince Edward Island.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
The following admission requirements are for private high schools in Québec that follow the Ontario curriculum. If you're attending a CÉGEP, refer to the transfer requirements for CÉGEP students.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses (Ontario curriculum)
Grade 11 courses
- Chemistry 3U
- Physics 3U
Grade 12 courses
- English 4U (minimum 73%)
- Advanced Functions 4U (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 4U or Calculus and Vectors 4U (MCV4U)
- Three additional 4U/4M courses
See all approved high school courses for Ontario.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
Grade 11 courses
- English Language Arts 20
- Pre‑calculus 20
- Physical Science 20 (or Chemistry 20 and Physics 20)
- Approved social studies 20/30
Grade 12 courses
-
English as required by your graduation program (minimum 73% for all courses):
- Regular English: both of English Language Arts A30 and B30
- New SK Regular or SK French Immersion: one English Language Arts course at level 30
- Pre‑calculus 30 (minimum 77%)
- Approved science 30 or Calculus 30
- Approved academic 30
See all approved high school courses for Saskatchewan.
The marks from English Language Arts A30 and B30 will be averaged to provide a single English mark that will be used in your admission average calculation.
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 85% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
Expanded qualifications
Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
Learn more about expanded qualifications.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Graduation from a recognized high school with 14 or more college preparatory courses
- 4 English (minimum C+ in senior-level English)
- 4 math including pre-calculus (minimum B-)
- 3 science (at least one must have a lab component):
- 1 chemistry
- 1 physics
- 1 of the following:
- a biology, environmental science or geology course taken in your senior year (AP and IB HL courses are also acceptable)
- a second chemistry or physics course (does not need to be taken in your senior year)
- 3 social studies
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: Minimum 3.40 (cumulative unweighted GPA)
Standardized tests
Standardized tests are not required, but will be considered if submitted.
- SAT score: minimum 1250 (UVic code 0989)
- Composite ACT score: minimum 26 (UVic code 5327)
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) and Advanced Level Examinations
- One of the following combinations (minimum grade of "B" in each exam):
- 3 A-level exams
- 2 A-level exams and 2 AS-level exams in distinct subjects
- 4 AS-level exams in distinct subjects
- All of the following subjects (minimum grade of "B"):
- English at the ordinary or advanced level
- Mathematics at the advanced level
- Chemistry and Physics at the ordinary level
- Science or additional mathematics at the advanced level
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
A-level grades: BBB (based on 3 exams)
If you haven't written three A-level exams, your application will be evaluated using a combination of 2 A-level and 2 AS-level exams, or on 4 AS-level exams.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Senior secondary school graduation showing grade results for Senior Years 1, 2 and 3 with a minimum overall average of 80%
- Huikao or Xuekao
- Chemistry and Physics (Grade 11 or equivalent)
- Three years of senior-level secondary school math (Pre-Calculus) (Minimum 85% in senior math)
- Senior-level science course or additional senior-level math course (Grade 12 or equivalent, minimum 85%)
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: 85% (based on the average from years 10 to 12)
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Twelve years of academic preparation and one of the following:
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE) or All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) with at least 75%.
- Year 12 State Board Exams: Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC); applicants with excellent academic results will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Chemistry and Physics (Grade 11 or equivalent)
- Senior-level academic math course (minimum grade of 85% on board exams)
- Senior-level science course
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
- Estimated admission average for Class X board exam results: 82%
- Estimated admission average for Class XII board exam results: 77%
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Full IB diploma with three or more HL subjects
- English HL or SL (minimum score of 3)
- Math HL or SL (minimum score of 4)
- Math Studies or Math Applications and Interpretations SL are not acceptable
- Chemistry and Physics (HL or SL) (minimum score of 4)
Estimated IB score
Estimated scores are based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual score required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated IB score: 30 points (excluding additional points)
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Successful completion of Bachillerato
- Chemistry and Physics (Grade 11 or equivalent)
- Senior-level academic math course (minimum grade of 8.0)
- Two senior-level science courses
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: 8.3 (based on the overall average of grades 10-12)
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Completion of Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and National High School Graduation Examination
- Chemistry and Physics (Grade 11 or equivalent)
- Senior-level academic math course (minimum grade of 8.0)
- Two senior-level science courses
Recommended admission average
The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Estimated admission average: 8.0 (based on years 10-12 with good scores required on the Certificate of Examination Results)
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Required courses
- Twelve years of academic preparation and graduation from a recognized senior secondary school or completion of a recognized diploma program.
- Applicants must satisfy the minimum admission requirements for international students.
- University entrance examinations offered in the home country may also be required.
- Chemistry and Physics (Grade 11 or equivalent)
- Senior-level academic math course
- Two senior-level science courses
The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum required average
| Amount of study completed | Minimum average |
|---|---|
| Eight or more university-transfer courses (equivalent to 12 UVic units or 24 credits) | "C+" (3.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on the most recent 12 UVic units/24 credits |
| One full year of a diploma program | "A-" (7.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on all courses attempted |
| Completed diploma program | "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on all courses attempted |
| Certificate program | Not eligible for admission |
Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
Required courses and minimum grades
The following post-secondary courses (or equivalents) are required:
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.
The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum required average
| Amount of study completed | Minimum average |
|---|---|
| One full year of a diploma program | "A-" (7.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) |
| Two or more years of a diploma program | "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) |
| Three-year diploma program | "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) |
| Certificate | Not eligible for admission |
Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
Required courses and minimum grades
The following post-secondary courses (or equivalents) are required:
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.
The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum required average
| Amount of study completed | Minimum average |
|---|---|
| Eight or more university-level courses within a degree program (equivalent to 12 UVic units or 24 credits) | "C+" (3.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on the most recent 12 UVic units/24 credits |
| One full year of a diploma program | "A-" (7.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on all courses attempted |
| More than one full year of a diploma program | "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on all courses attempted |
| Certificate program | Not eligible for admission |
Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
Required courses and minimum grades
The following post-secondary courses (or equivalents) are required:
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.
The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum required average
| Amount of study completed | Minimum average |
|---|---|
| Eight or more university-level courses (equivalent to 12 UVic units or 24 credits) | "C+" (3.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on the most recent 12 UVic units/24 credits |
Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
Required courses and minimum grades
The following post-secondary courses (or equivalents) are required:
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum requirements
- One or more years of an approved diploma program with a minimum average of 70% or "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on all courses attempted
- Two semesters of English
- Two semesters of math
- Two semesters of physics
- Two semesters of chemistry
Additional requirements for entry to Year 2
To be considered for Year 2, applicants must have completed at least 12 units of transferrable coursework, including the following courses (or equivalents):
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum required average
| Amount of study completed | Minimum average |
|---|---|
| Eight or more university-transfer courses (equivalent to 12 UVic units or 24 credits) | "C+" (3.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on the most recent 12 UVic units/24 credits |
| One full year of a diploma program | "A-" (7.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on all courses attempted |
| Completed diploma program | "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on all courses attempted |
| Certificate program | Not eligible for admission |
Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
Required courses and minimum grades
The following post-secondary courses (or equivalents) are required:
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.
The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Minimum required average
| Amount of study completed | Minimum average |
|---|---|
| One full year of study in a bachelor degree program at a recognized university | "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9‑point scale) on the most recent 12 UVic units (24 credits) |
Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
Required courses and minimum grades
The following post-secondary courses (or equivalents) are required:
- CHEM 101 or 150
- MATH 100 or 109
- MATH 101
- MATH 110 or 211
- CSC 110 or 111
- ATWP 135 or ENGL 135
- PHYS 110 and 111
You must have a minimum grade of "C" (2.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on these courses and on any other post-secondary courses that will count toward your engineering program requirements.
Refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions. When your application is evaluated, your transcript will be reviewed to determine if your completed courses meet the above admission requirements.
English language proficiency
If English is not your primary language at home and school, you must demonstrate language proficiency to attend UVic.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates effective May 1, 2026 (please note some ancillary fees are subject to change for Fall 2026).
This is an estimate only and should be used to give students, parents, and/or sponsors an approximation of the tuition and ancillary fees. This estimate does not include housing, food, cost of books and supplies or other expenses that students can expect in a term.
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Program resources
- Program planning for engineering students
- Department of Civil Engineering
- Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science