Master Of Applied Science - Environmental Engineering

Academic Requirements

For the Master of Applied Science in Environmental Engineering program, the following academic requirements must be met:

• Minimum GPA: A minimum overall GPA of B- (7.0) is required.
• Major GPA: A minimum GPA of B+ (7.99) in the major field of study is required.

International students, particularly those from Vietnam, must adhere to specific admission requirements:

• Four-year bachelor‘s degree equivalent: Applicants must possess a Bang Tot Nghiep Dai Hoc/Bang Cú Nhân (Bachelor’s) which requires at least 4 years of study.

Additionally, it is important to note that transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the application process or requirements, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at Carleton University is English. For admission into Carleton’s graduate programs, you will need to demonstrate that your knowledge and use of English are strong enough for graduate studies at an English-language university.

If your first language is not English, you can demonstrate your language proficiency by:

• presenting one of the official Language Proficiency (ESL) test scores as defined in the table below;
• showing that you have completed ESLA 1900 or ESLA 1905 at Carleton University with a final grade of B- or higher; or
• presenting official certification (transcripts) that you have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree at a university in any country in which the primary language is English.

Applicants who present their most recent degree and transcripts from a Canadian institution are exempt from language proficiency requirements, unless otherwise required by an individual program.

Note: Letters from your universities stating the medium of instruction is English are not acceptable.

Minimum Language Proficiency (ESL) test score requirement:

• Canadian Academic English Language Test (CAEL, CAEL-CE): 70 (minimum 60 in each band)
• Duolingo English Test (DET): Overall score of 125, with minimum 120 in each integrated sub-score
• IELTS, IELTS Online (Academic): 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in each band)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) including PTE Online (Academic): 60 overall (minimum 60 in each Communicative Skill)
• TOEFL iBT (including iBT Home Edition):
  • For exams taken before January 21, 2026: 86 (20 in reading and listening; 22 in speaking and writing)
  • For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: 4.5 overall (minimum 5.0 in writing, 4.5 in reading, listening and speaking)

Please note that some graduate programs may require a higher level of understanding of the English language and will have higher ESL requirements. It is your responsibility to review and meet the minimum requirements of the program to which you are applying.

Carleton University is committed to ensuring that all students have fair access to English Language testing, including those students who require accommodations to complete the test. All tests accepted by Graduate Studies offer accommodations to students who require it, including but not limited to students with disabilities, and nursing mothers. Please note that arranging accommodations for an ESL test may take up to six weeks.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.