Program Overview

Chemical Engineering Program Details

The Chemical Engineering program at the University of Saskatchewan is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of chemical engineering. The program is a four-year degree offered by the College of Engineering.

Program Overview

Chemical engineers, also known as process engineers, are practical chemists who solve problems or create useful products. They research, design, and develop chemical processes and equipment while seeking to reduce our impact on the environment.

• The program is a four-year degree
• It is a full-time program
• Students can enter this program directly from high school
• Students can begin this program off-campus

What You Will Learn

The program is designed to help students succeed and make engineering more fun. The new first-year program, called RE-ENGINEERED, is the only program of its kind in Canada. It will get students excited and inspired about engineering.

• In RE-ENGINEERED, instead of high-stakes exams, students will do more assignments and quizzes so they can improve their mark if they stumble early
• Daily tutorials are part of the schedule so students can get help when they need it
• Instead of final exams, students will explore the different branches of engineering in hands-on courses

First-Year Program

In the first year, students will take a range of courses designed to provide a strong foundation for the rest of their degree.

• Introduction to Engineering
• Mechanics (Dynamics and Statics)
• Design
• Engineering Mathematics
• Electrical Circuits
• Engineering Communication
  • Additional first-year courses include:
    • Computer Science
    • Natural sciences and their connection to engineering
    • Process Engineering
    • Hands-on experiences in the engineering disciplines

Featured Classes

Some of the classes students might take while completing this degree include:

• CHE 220: Introduction to Process Engineering
• CHE 323: Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
• CHE 326: Plant Design Project

Why Study Here?

The University of Saskatchewan's Chemical Engineering program offers a unique and supportive learning environment.

• Experience RE-ENGINEERED, a new first-year program designed to help students succeed
• Learn by doing, using state-of-the-art technology in the lab to learn, experiment, and test ideas
• Get the academic help you need, with daily tutorials and a strong team of academic advisors
• Join a welcoming community where students are noticed and supported

Careers

With a degree in chemical engineering, students can have an exciting career in many areas, including:

• Designing clean energy systems
• Devising innovative fuel and biological fuel cells
• Solving environmental and pollution problems
• Producing pharmaceuticals within the biotechnology sector
• Devising technologies to extract and refine metals and minerals
• Improving food, beverage, and drug processing
• Designing and operating petroleum and petrochemical plants
• Developing enhanced oil recovery systems and carbon-capture processes
• Building software to simulate chemical and biochemical systems and processes

Tuition Estimates

The estimated tuition fees for the program are:

Program Options

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree is a four-year program offered by the College of Engineering.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.E.) - Chemical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.E.) - Bioprocessing Option
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.E.) - Mineral Processing Option
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.E.) - Petroleum Option
• Certificate in Professional Communication
• Certificate in Technological Innovation
• Co-op Internship Program

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on the student's situation. Students can view the requirements based on their education and location.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the program are:

• Fall term: February 15, 2026 (early admission deadline: December 1, 2025)
• Documents due: March 1, 2026 (early admission: December 1, 2025)