Education that empowers change and innovation
The Department of Civil Engineering is Canada’s top-ranked civil engineering program and one of the top 25 programs globally.* At UBC Civil Engineering, we offer comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students for impactful careers in academia, industry, and beyond. Our undergraduate programs attract students from over 37 countries, while our graduate programs represent over 30, fostering a truly global learning environment. Through innovative curricula, we address pressing global challenges like climate change, urban density, and failing infrastructure, equipping students with interdisciplinary skills for the future. Graduate students work closely with faculty, contributing to cutting-edge research, teaching, and mentoring. With a focus on equity, diversity, and Indigeneity, our programs prepare students to lead in diverse teams and drive transformative change in their fields.
*Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
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Student Spotlight and Achievement
- 2026 Keith Robinson in Geotechnical Engineering featured Prof. Misko Cubrinovski from the University of Cantebury
- WEFTEC 2025 Winning Student Team present Design to Coquitlam City Council
- UBC Environmental Engineering Students Win First Place at International WEFTEC Design Competition
- UBC Civil Engineering Graduate Students Receive Wall Research Awards
Alumni Experiences
“Make a visible difference in the world”
Florence Belanger-Jones
BASc ’20
“Creating disaster resilient communities”
Preetish Kakoty
PhD ‘22
“This has been my dream job”
Sazid Saman
MASc ‘10