Carleton University - Graduate Studies

Civil Engineering (PhD)

Carleton University - Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Engineering and Design
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Civil Engineering, General
Thesis Based:Yes
Careers:Civil Engineers

Description:

Our civil engineering programs are leading-edge, tackling such topics as self-driving cars, 3D printing of buildings, use of drones for geotechnical and building assessment, dynamic response of soils and foundations, explosion resistance of structures, multi-hazard earthquake and fire protection of structures, and advanced dynamic computer modelling of historic buildings.

Our PhD program is offered through the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Civil Engineering which gives students access to professors, courses and facilities at Carleton and the University of Ottawa. Learn more about Ottawa-Carleton Joint Institutes.

Modified on September 28, 2026