Master in Environmental Engineering

For Master in Environmental Engineering, applications for the Feb 2027 intake are open until Sep 1, 2026, while tuition fees are 18,000 USD per year.

The Master in Environmental Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal is a graduate program for students with a scientific or applied field background. This 1-2 year Master degree helps students understand environmental changes and find ways to reduce negative impacts.

The curriculum covers subjects like environmental changes, sustainable solutions, and practical experiences. Students develop skills to evaluate environmental problems and propose solutions, with hands-on components and possible internships.

Graduates can pursue careers as Environmental Engineers, Sustainability Consultants, or Policy Analysts in public administration, industry, or non-governmental organizations. They can also work as Project Managers or Researchers, collaborating with diverse teams to address complex environmental challenges.

Polytechnique Montréal is a leading engineering school located on Mount Royal in vibrant Montreal. Founded in 1873, it enrolls about 10,000 students, including roughly 2,900 international students, and offers more than 150 specialized engineering programs. The school is renowned for rigorous technical training, extensive research capacity and strong industry partnerships that help students move from campus labs into high-impact careers.

Academic life at Polytechnique blends theoretical depth with hands-on experience in well-equipped laboratories, research chairs and collaborative projects. Areas of strength include aerospace, biomedical, materials and sustainable technologies, complemented by interdisciplinary initiatives in artificial intelligence and energy. The bilingual nature of Montreal creates opportunities to study and work in both French and English, broadening students’ cultural and professional horizons.

International applicants benefit from comprehensive support services, from immigration advising to housing options; on-campus residences are available with monthly costs typically ranging from $600 to $1,100 CAD. The university’s strong employer connections, co-op placements and startup-friendly ecosystem enhance employability. For students seeking a globally respected engineering education in North America, Polytechnique Montréal offers a research-intensive, multicultural environment with clear pathways to professional growth.