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How good is Carleton University for a Masters in civil engineering?

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Sidhartha Chaterjee Posted On : January 12th, 2021
Studied at Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

Carleton is a pretty decent university with a good reputation in Canada as well as abroad. It is ranked among the world's top 500 universities so it's safe to say you could pursue your masters from here and have a chance at a good future. With good scores in GRE you can also consider applying to better institutes and try your luck there. 

In Carleton, the Master's Program in Civil Engineering is offered by the Ottawa-Carleton Institute of Civil Engineering. The master's programs offer specializations in Electrical, Fire safety, Water Resources, Transportation, Geotechnical domains of Civil Engineering. 

The following table details the Master Program Highlights at Carleton University.

You will experience a wide range of facilities and opportunities at Carleton. The city of Ottawa holds all the high-tech sectors, and is the seat of the Federal Government, the National Research Council, which are the major collaborators of Carleton University will serve as a leading platform for the upcoming Civil Engineering graduates. 

The Civil Engineers who graduated from Carleton University receive numerous opportunities and explore the way they're going to shape the future.

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Is George Brown College good for an international business management course? If not, which other colleges would be advisable?

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Jayashree Dalui Posted On : January 13th, 2021
George Brown College

While GBC has a good course for international business management, however it's better to go for a much reputable college like Sheridan. You have to consider a college which is much more respected by the Canadian employers. Ranked at #4654 among the top World Ranking list, George Brown College is well known for programs offered in the areas of International Business and Finance. It also has an excellent collaboration with the Forum for International Trade Training. GBC’s international business program awards its students FITT training along with work experience. Once you finish the course, you will be able to grab up many remarkable job opportunities with a median package of USD 38,250 (INR 28,29,582) or even more.

International Business Program at George Brown is offered as a diploma and has a duration of 3 years. The fees is $38,532 for 3 years which is considered affordable, as after successfully finishing this program you will have great job opportunities.

The program offers specializations in the field of Finance, Sales, Marketing, Management, Human Resources, Accounting, Statistics and Analytics. Possible career opportunities after this course include Forecasting and Replenishment Analyst, Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Coordinator, Merchandise Assistant, Logistics Coordinator etc.

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Is it hard to get admission to Carleton University in aerospace engineering?

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Gaurav Mukharjee Posted On : March 28th, 2023
Studied at Carleton University

Admission to Carleton University's Aerospace Engineering program can be competitive, and the difficulty of getting admitted can vary depending on factors such as the number of applicants, the strength of their applications, and the availability of spots in the program.

Carleton University's Aerospace Engineering program has a good reputation and is well-regarded in Canada and internationally. The program is known for its high-quality education, hands-on learning experiences, and research opportunities. As a result, the program can attract a large number of applicants, which can make the admission process more competitive.

To be admitted to the Aerospace Engineering program at Carleton University, you typically need to have a strong academic record in high school, including high grades in math, physics, and other relevant subjects. You will also need to submit a competitive application that includes your academic transcript, test scores, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.

Admission to Carleton University's Aerospace Engineering program can be competitive, but it is still possible to gain admission with a strong application that showcases your academic achievements, relevant experience, and passion for the field.

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For civil engineering, should I go to Humber College or George Brown College?

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Indrita Ganguly Posted On : January 13th, 2021
George Brown College

Students of the Civil Engineering Technology program at George Brown College experience excellent faculty interaction. The college possesses A-graded lab equipment, which is practically used outside. This one-year program really pushes towards management. If you are one among them who want to pursue a career as a site super or project manager, then this program is for you. 

In the civil engineering industry, Humber College holds a good reputation presenting its students over an edge in the employment market. 

On completion of the program, the students will be qualified to build sewer systems, bridges, etc. George Brown College has a lot of collaboration with construction industries leading their students to the gate of enormous career opportunities and internships. On the other hand, Humber College develops skills among its students and specializes in the field of Buildings, Transportation, Municipal Services, Green Spaces, etc.

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Which is a better career option, a PGD from a Canadian college or a master's from the University of Windsor (Canada)?

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Tanishk Chandel Posted On : February 3rd, 2021
Works as an Educational Counsellor

Completing a Master’s degree is definitely a better option for your future from a qualification point of view. University of Windsor is a well ranked institution and offers good courses to their students. A post graduate is more likely to get a good salary job as compared to a graduate.

Other factors like diversity, costs, co-ops availability and career goals also matter and are bound to be different for everyone.

While Canadian Universities are pretty good, do keep in mind that there are some better than others. Having said that, University of Windsor is a decently ranked university with significant repute as compared to many other Canadian Universities.

University of Windsor key stats:

  • There are 3,500 international students amongst the population of 15,000.
  • The acceptance rate of the institution is 65%.
  • Tuition fee for graduate programs is 20,900 to 24,320 USD.
  • Scholarships and bursaries are available but limited in number.
  • With 86-90% employment rate it is not hard to find decent placements and internship opportunities.
  • The highest employment rate was seen in the Computer Science department (95%) and lowest was seen in the agriculture department (84%) which is still pretty good.

There are many course specific details required for the admissions. 70% is the minimum percentage required for bachelor’s degree and being an international student you will need to provide good scores for your English proficiency and other exams like GRE/GMAT.

Finally, your choice of course should depend on your future goals. So if all the things are favorable to you one can apply to this university.

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How is the MS in computer science from Carleton University?

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Piyash Roychowdhury Posted On : January 12th, 2021
Carleton University

Carleton University enjoys full accreditation from the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. In the domain of Engineering and Technology, it has been ranked between #201-250 by Times Higher Education. Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Computer Science presents a joint master's degree program awarded by the School of CS and EE of Carleton University. The Computer Science department of Carleton University highly concentrates on Software Architecture and Design and even awards its students with many internship and industrial opportunities

With an impressive graduate employment rate of over 92.1% Carleton students land up in many top-paying jobs in Canada. Based on Employability, Carleton University would be a better choice to opt for.

The following table details all the Master's Program Highlights at Carleton University.

Job opportunities after the Master of Computer Science are Software Programmer, Database Administrator, etc and the average salary goes up to 62,105 USD.

It also provides a one year in-depth research project in research labs, e.g., National Research Council, Communication Research Centre, in the specialized course program.

MCS at Carleton is a government-designated STEM degree, so international students may be eligible for the 24-month F1 OPT (optional practical training) extension as well.

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Where do graduates in Canada work?

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Sarvesh Malhotra Posted On : December 22nd, 2022
Teacher (2019-Present)

Graduates in Canada mostly work across sectors like trade, technology, science, education, mining, construction, public administration among others. The top employers in Canada include Goldman Sachs,McKinsey & Company, L’Oreal, Ford, KPMG LLP, Citi Canada and numerous other companies.

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Which university is better for an undergraduate degree in fine arts with a biology minor, U of T, McGill, or Concordia University??

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Rini Gupta Posted On : May 27th, 2022
B.Sc Bachelor of Science Degrees, McGill University

You should prefer University of Toronto or McGill. If you get accepted at both the university, choose one of these according to your preference. 

UofT has one of the best fine arts programs in the world. Their Biology minor program offers an introduction to Cell & Molecular Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Ecology, and Physiology. McGill’s Biology program is more research-oriented. You will get a chance to work and collaborate with some of the best and brightest researchers. 

UofT and McGill also rank higher than Concordia. UofT was ranked 18th in World University Rankings 2022 by Times Higher Education.  McGill was ranked 44th by THE. 

Here is a brief comparison of UofT and McGill University.

Parameters UofT McGill University
Undergraduate tuition fees(International)  45,690 CAD 29,200 CAD
Acceptance rate  43% 48.9%
Average base salary for graduates CAD 68k CAD 62K

The science programs of Concordia University aren’t as refined compared to UofT and McGill. 

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Which are best colleges for Master in civil engineering in canada ?

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Brinda James Posted On : March 31st, 2023
Studied at University of Toronto

Some of the top colleges offering Master's in Civil Engineering in Canada along with their rankings of the Best Universities for Civil Engineering are tabulated below:

University

Annual Fee

Duration

English Proficiency
University of British Columbia

21,056

12-16 months (Non-Thesis)

TOEFL iBT: 90

IELTS: 6.5

University of Waterloo

11,508

12 months: coursework
2 years thesis

TOEFL iBT: 80

IELTS: 6.5

University of Toronto

46,286 USD (full-time)

24,959 USD (Extended FT)

14,848 USD (Part Time)

Full time: 12 months

Extended FT: 24 months

Part-time: 36 months

IELTS- 7.0

TOEFL iBT- 93

MELAB- 85

McGill University

Non-thesis: 11,138

Thesis: 10,794

2 Years 

TOEFL iBT: 94

IELTS: 7

Concordia University  22,169 CAD 2 years

IELTS: 6.5

TOEFL iBT: 85

PTE: 57

Some other eminent universities in Canada offering Masters in Civil Engineering are

  • The University of Alberta
  • Western University (University of Western Ontario)
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Which Canadian college is best for hospitality management George Brown, or Seneca?

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Suman Chaterjee Posted On : January 13th, 2021
Seneca College

With so much diversity, Toronto is the hub of Canada's top restaurants and hotels. Hence, hospitality management is a popular option among international students in Canada. 

GBC offers a specialty in cooking, baking, bar, and wine. You will learn from expert faculties offering dynamic education and preparing future taste-creators. The college grants dynamic training from in and around the world. Students are at cutting edge of innovation and take pride in opportunities they create by connecting with the school's industry professionals in the field. The following table gives the basic highlights of both colleges:

Seneca's School of Hospitality and Tourism prepares its students for a vibrant global hotel and hospitality industry. Students will not only get an opportunity to closely associate with their peers and professors but also practice through paid works. The school is being certified by various industries including Smart serve, First Aid and CPR, Guest Service Gold, etc. Service Leadership, Teamwork, and Decision making are some of the skills that students tend to develop through the program. On completion of the course, students turn really professional owning a deep-rooted knowledge in the market of Hospitality and tourism.

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