Master in Environmental Engineering

Located in Windsor, Ontario, the University of Windsor is a comprehensive public institution with a long history and a community-focused approach to higher education. Founded in 1857, Windsor serves approximately 16,000 students, including about 1,500 international students, and offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, engineering, business, law, education and social work. The university is known for personalized attention and accessible faculty.

Windsor emphasizes experiential learning and strong ties to industry, giving students hands-on opportunities through co-op placements, internships and community-engaged projects. With 112 distinct programs, students can tailor studies to career goals and gain practical skills valued by employers. Small class sizes and applied learning environments support close mentorship and collaborative projects with local partners, including cross-border initiatives given Windsor’s proximity to the United States.

Campus life combines the advantages of a compact city with affordable living and rich cultural variety. International students benefit from targeted services for orientation, academic advising and career development, plus active student clubs and volunteer opportunities. Prospective applicants should research program-specific requirements early, consider co-op or internship pathways, and make use of the university’s support for housing and settlement to ease transition to life and study in Canada.

The Master in Environmental Engineering program at the University of Windsor is a Master's degree that helps working professionals or recent graduates increase their knowledge in advanced topics in engineering. This program is for students who want to specialize in Environmental Engineering and prepare for a career in this field. The program lasts for one year.

The curriculum includes practical training and education in Environmental Engineering, as well as opportunities to participate in UWindsor's Co-op Program. Students learn from experienced faculty and develop practical Canadian career skills related to their study area. They also have the option to focus on other areas of engineering, such as Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as environmental engineers, sustainability consultants, energy managers, water treatment specialists, or research and development engineers. They can work in industries such as consulting, government, or private sector companies, and can also consider further education in research-specific training and education.