Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Engineering program in Chemical Engineering is a coursework-based program designed to help students acquire a deeper understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals and specialties. This self-funded program does not require a supervisor, allowing students to choose their own direction or take a set of predetermined courses to get a specialization.

Program Highlights

• Build your network of professional contacts by getting to know your classmates – many of whom are successful early- and mid-career professionals from around the world.
• Learn from top instructors with engineering experience and access state-of-the-art facilities.
• Choose your path of nimble generalist or get in-depth knowledge with one of four specializations.

Specialization Options

• Biological Engineering
• Entrepreneurship
• Polymer Science and Engineering
• Process Systems Engineering

Program Details

• Department/School: Chemical Engineering
• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
• Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August)
• Delivery mode: On-campus
• Program type: Master's, Professional
• Length of program: 16 months (full-time)
• Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
• Study option(s): Coursework

Application Deadlines

• February 1 (for admission in September)
• June 1 (for admission in January of the following year)
• October 1 (for admission in May of the following year)

Admission Requirements

• A 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent, in a four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.

Application Materials

• Resume
• Statement of interest: A statement of maximum 500 words explaining your interest in and fit for the program you’re applying to.
• Transcript(s)
• References: Two references are required; at least one academic.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable: TOEFL 80 (writing 22, speaking 20, reading 20, listening 18), IELTS 6.5 (writing 6.0, speaking 6.0)

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program.
• Review living costs and housing.
• Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.