MSc & PhD program in Civil & Mineral Engineering
: The University of Toronto is accepting applications for fully funded MSc and PhD positions in the Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering.
MSc & PhD Program in Civil & Mineral Engineering
Successful candidates will join Professor Minghan Xu’s Mine Energy Lab to conduct cutting-edge research on mathematical modelling of freezing and thawing processes in cold regions.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Prof. Minghan Xu, Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering
- Location: University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Degree: MSc | PhD | Research
- Focus Areas: Mathematical modelling of freezing/thawing in aqueous solutions (e.g., mineral-contaminated water) and porous media (e.g., soils, permafrost)
- Funding & Benefits:
- Fully funded research fellowships and teaching assistantships
- Annual stipend: CAD $40,000 (PhD) / CAD $30,000 (MSc)
- Tuition waiver and comprehensive health insurance
- Eligible Countries: Open worldwide
- Application Status: Ongoing
- Application Deadline: Not specified (apply early)
Why Apply (MSc & PhD Program in Civil & Mineral Engineering )
- Fully funded assistantships (research + teaching)
- Living stipend, tuition waiver, and health coverage
- Opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy and climate-positive technologies
- Work in one of Canada’s top research universities
Eligibility Criteria (MSc & PhD Program in Civil & Mineral Engineering )
Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical, mechanical, civil, or mining/mineral engineering (or a closely related field)
- Minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 (or equivalent)
- Strong background in heat/fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, mass transfer, and solid mechanics
- Coding skills in MATLAB or Python
- Experience in numerical or analytical mathematical modelling (preferred)
How to Apply (MSc & PhD Program in Civil & Mineral Engineering )
- Confirm you meet all requirements.
- Prepare the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé
- Academic transcript
- Letter of intent (research goals and achievements)
- Combine all documents into a single PDF.
- Email the file to Prof. Minghan Xu
- Use subject line: “Join Mine Energy Lab – [Your Full Name]”
- Wait for confirmation. (Priority may be given to applicants with peer-reviewed publications and to Canadian citizens or permanent residents.)
Required Documents Checklist
- CV or résumé
- Academic transcript
- Letter of intent
Program Overview
Students will explore solid–liquid phase transitions in cold environments, advancing technologies such as spray freezing for mine heating and ground freezing to stabilize mining and civil infrastructure. The program offers:
- Interdisciplinary collaboration in thermal sciences, mining engineering, and renewable energy
- Access to world-class computational facilities at the Mine Energy Lab
- Close mentorship and professional networking with Prof. Xu’s research group
About Prof. Minghan Xu
Prof. Minghan Xu is an Assistant Professor in Civil & Mineral Engineering and leads the Mine Energy Lab. His research spans phase change, heat and mass transfer, renewable energy, mine ventilation, electrification, and sustainable mining, with a focus on freezing/thawing processes and energy storage solutions for cold-climate infrastructure.