Building Science (MASc) at Toronto Metropolitan University

Programme overview

This unique interdisciplinary graduate program applies fundamental science principles to the components of a building, its users and the environment. Students explore the principles for creating sustainable buildings and learn about detail design, building performance, human interaction and construction processes. This high-quality, professionally relevant program prepares students for careers in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science | Study mode: full-time | Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Degree components include: thesis.

Career pathways

This high-quality, professionally relevant program prepares students for careers in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry or academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Completion of a four-year undergraduate (or equivalent) degree from an accredited institution Minimum grade point average (GPA) or equivalent of 3.00/4.33 (B) in the last two years of study Statement of interest Resumé/CV Transcripts Two letters of recommendation English language proficiency requirement Dossier PhD Completion of a master’s degree in building science, civil engineering, mechanical engineering or a related applied science field from an accredited institution Minimum grade point average (GPA) or equivalent of 3.33/4.33 (B+) Statement of interest Resumé/CV Transcripts Two letters of recommendation English language proficiency requirement

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall (main intake), with Winter (January start) and Spring (May start) intakes offered by select graduate programmes.

Fall 2027: first consideration date is January 22, 2027 unless otherwise indicated for a programme. Preferred application deadline for international applicants is December 1, 2026 for The Creative School and the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science; the international application closing date is March 12, 2027 unless otherwise indicated. Programmes may close early if applications exceed available seats. The application fee is $110 per programme ($150 for the MBA), non-refundable. Applications are made in two parts: the OUAC online application, then document upload in the TMU applicant portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.torontomu.ca/graduate/future-students/apply/

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