
Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 4-year programDuration
- Halifax, CanadaLocation
- Engineering, Computing, and Technology, Environment, Oceans, and SustainabilityField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- HalifaxCampus
- $48,594Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Clean drinking water. Cleaner air.
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Land restored after damage. Environmental engineers solve these problems, and at Dalhousie you'll learn to design the systems that protect people and the planet. You'll learn hands-on in our labs, gain paid co-op experience, and study in downtown Halifax. | Learn to design solutions to real environmental problems, from safe drinking water and wastewater treatment to waste management, soil and water quality, air quality, energy conservation and renewables. You'll learn directly from industry experts. | You can add three paid co-op work terms, and you'll work alongside researchers tackling problems that matter in our region and beyond, including groups like the Centre for Water Resources Studies. | Accredited degree | Your degree is accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board, so it meets the academic requirements to become a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and is recognized internationally through The Washington Accord. | Co-op and hands-on learning | You can add up to three paid work terms and gain real industry experience. Earn an average amount of up to CAD 15,000 per semester during your co-op term.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum admission requirements | To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria: | Completion of secondary school (Grade 12) | Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice. | Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course). | Program-specific admission requirements | Minimum overall average: 70% | Academic English 12 | Pre-calculus Math 12 | Academic Chemistry 12 | Academic Physics 12 | One additional academic subject | This program may employ a competitive average for admission purposes; meeting minimum posted requirements does not guarantee admission. | View specific courses that fulfil admission requirements. | Check before you apply | Find out which courses you need to complete and other special admission requirements. | Canadian applicants | International applicants | Transfer applicants and articulation programs | Find out which courses you need to complete and other special admission requirements. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 61; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Proof of English is generally not required if you have attended a recognized English-based institution for three years at the secondary (high school) level or one year at the post-secondary level. International high school equivalencies also accepted: IB English Language A: Literature or Language and Literature SL/HL grade 5 (or English B SL/HL grade 6); AP English grade 4; GCSE/IGCSE English Language or English Literature grade B. Applicants below the minimum may be offered conditional admission subject to re-testing or completion of an approved English language pathway program. Source: https://www.dal.ca/admissions/how-to-apply/undergraduate-admissions/international-applicants/english-language-requirements.html
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$48,594 CAD / year≈ $35,731 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsCalculate your cost and discover scholarship and funding options.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Dalhousie publishes program-specific September 2026 entry deadlines only for Bachelor of Science (Nursing), Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science (Medical Sciences) and Bachelor of Social Work (Feb. 15, 2026), Bachelor of Environmental Design…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
Real students. Real results.
- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
- 360+
- Rated five stars
- 95%
Average rating
Google reviews
Rated five stars
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Environmental Engineering (BEng) cost?
CAD 48,594 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4-year program, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum admission requirements | To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria: | Completion of secondary school (Grade 12) | Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice. | Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course). | Program-specific admission requirements | Minimum overall average: 70% | Academic English 12 | Pre-calculus Math 12 | Academic Chemistry 12 | Academic Physics 12 | One additional academic subject | This program may employ a competitive average for admission purposes; meeting minimum posted requirements does not guarantee admission. | View specific courses that fulfil admission requirements. | Check before you apply | Find out which courses you need to complete and other special admission requirements. | Canadian applicants | International applicants | Transfer applicants and articulation programs | Find out which courses you need to complete and other special admission requirements. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 61; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Proof of English is generally not required if you have attended a recognized English-based institution for three years at the secondary (high school) level or one year at the post-secondary level. International high school equivalencies also accepted: IB English Language A: Literature or Language and Literature SL/HL grade 5 (or English B SL/HL grade 6); AP English grade 4; GCSE/IGCSE English Language or English Literature grade B. Applicants below the minimum may be offered conditional admission subject to re-testing or completion of an approved English language pathway program. Source: https://www.dal.ca/admissions/how-to-apply/undergraduate-admissions/international-applicants/english-language-requirements.html
Is there a scholarship?
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Is it accredited?
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.): Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB), the accreditation board of Engineers Canada. The CEAB accredits UNDERGRADUATE (bachelor) engineering programmes only — in Engineers Canada's own words, “Individuals, courses, and institutions are not accredited”. There is therefore no such thing as an accredited master's or PhD in engineering in Canada: a taught MEng or MASc at any of these 26 universities carries no CEAB accreditation of its own, however good the…
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