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BA/BS in Environmental Engineering

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BA/BS in Environmental Engineering is a bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering programme taught at University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 5 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,942 per semester.

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Environmental Engineering

Duration: 5 years

International tuition: CAD 34,942 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Environmental Engineering is a Co-op only undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo. Students apply mathematics and physics alongside biology and chemistry to problems at the interface between engineered and natural systems, covering topics such as drinking water treatment, air pollution control, waste management, environmental microbiology and sustainable design. The degree is completed over five years with mandatory co-op work terms, the first beginning in January of first year and alternating with study roughly every four months thereafter. Graduates typically work in consulting and operations roles for governments, cities and environmental consulting firms.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario applicants: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including Advanced Functions, Calculus and Vectors, Physics, Chemistry and any Grade 12 U English, each with a minimum final grade of 70%. All engineering applicants must complete the Admission Information Form and an online interview. Admission average: individual selection from the mid-to-high 80s.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About University of Waterloo

“Concordia cum veritate”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1957

Students: 41,000

QS rank: #113 =

Programs: 297

Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Environmental Engineering award?

University of Waterloo awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Environmental Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Environmental Engineering take?

The programme runs for 5 years.

How much does BA/BS in Environmental Engineering cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,942 per semester.

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