Dr. Andrew Binns

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Andrew Binns is a Professor in the Department of Engineering at the University of Guelph, specializing in Environmental Engineering. With a focus on water resources, his research interests encompass a wide range of topics including environmental hydraulics, fluvial hydraulics, sediment transport, river morphology, and stream restoration. Dr. Binns is dedicated to advancing knowledge in stormwater management and flood forecasting, alongside urban hydrology and lake hydrodynamics. His academic career is marked by a commitment to understanding the complex interactions between natural water systems and human activities, aiming to develop sustainable solutions for water resource challenges. He teaches undergraduate courses such as Hydrology and Watershed Systems Design, sharing his expertise with the next generation of engineers.

Research Interests

Courses

ENGG*3650 Hydrology ENGG*4250 Watershed Systems Design

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).