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Chemical Engineering (PhD)

Program description.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering offered by the Department of Chemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering is a research-intensive program that emphasizes specialized and engaging learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in literature review, research methods, and laboratory safety to pursue professional opportunities in academia or industry.

Keywords: Advanced materials, polymers, biomedical, biotechnology, energy, environment, plasma science

Unique Program Features

• The program prepares students from around the globe for a career in teaching, research, and/or development and graduates will have acquired autonomy in conducting research;
• Experiential learning opportunities include a variety of workshops that provide general, transitional, and professional skills development opportunities which prepare graduates for careers in academia, industry, or the public sector;
• Research and experimental laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment where numerous multidisciplinary research projects take place providing students an ideal environment to develop new technologies, discover novel phenomena, and design revolutionary devices;
• The Department's main research areas include: advanced materials and polymers, biomedical engineering and biotechnology, energy, environmental engineering, plasma science and engineering;
• Faculty members are typically supported by government programs (e.g., NSERC, FRQNT, CIHR, CFI, and CRC) and through industry research partnerships and contracts.

University-Level Admission Requirements

• An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
• English-language proficiency

Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.

Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.

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PhD in Chemical Engineering website

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Graduate Program gradcoordinator.chemeng [at] mcgill.ca (subject: PhD%20in%20Chemical%20Engineering) (email)

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Chemical Engineering (PhD)

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Program overview

The PhD program in Chemical Engineering is a thesis-based program that focuses on the design of new chemical manufacturing processes and on the properties of novel materials. We train skilled engineers that find novel ways in which to solve problems that have significant impacts on everyday life, ranging from climate change to food security. Our faculty members are experts in fields such as green chemical processes, polymers and nanomaterials, new battery materials, environmental health diagnostics, and the fundamental study of the properties of materials. We place particular emphasis on developing sustainable solutions for the energy sector as well as other sectors. PhD graduates in Chemical Engineering are typically employed as consultants and research engineers in industry and government labs, or as faculty members in academia.

Program structure

Degree requirements, degree requirements.

Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 90 credits.

Please see the Engineering Courses page for course descriptions.

Chemical Engineering PhD (90 credits)

Chemical engineering phd courses (8 credits), admission requirements, admission requirements.

• Master's degree or equivalent with high standing in engineering or the sciences.
• Admission on a full-time basis.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions .

Application process

Application deadlines.

All applicants: Canadian / International / Permanent Resident

June 1 (all applicants)

October 1 (all applicants)

February 1 (all applicants)

Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available.

International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec , we strongly encourage international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.

Tuition & funding

Tuition and fees.

Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.

Awards and funding

Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. They come in the form of awards, teaching and research assistantships are offered at the time of admission to most students to allow them to focus on their research and studies. Research and thesis-based students are automatically considered for all entrance graduate awards when they apply to Concordia, provided they meet eligibility criteria. No separate application is required.

The Quebec and Canadian governments offer a number of competitive graduate scholarships. We encourage you to apply for these awards at the same time you are preparing your application.

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Chemical and Chemical & Biological engineers create and develop processes to change raw materials into the products that society depends on; food, chemicals, fuels, energy, metals, pharmaceuticals, paper, plastics, and personal care products. Chemical and process engineers help to manage natural resources, protect the environment, control health and safety procedures, and recycle materials, while developing and managing the processes which make the products we use.

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering was established in 1999 at UBC, and reflects the growing need for engineers in the fields of biotechnology, biomedical and bio-resource engineering. At present there are 24 full-time faculty in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, together with a support staff of 17.

We have established a world-class reputation in several areas of chemical engineering science including fluid-solids contacting, pulp and paper engineering, heat exchanger fouling and, more recently, biotechnology.

The Department is actively engaged in applied research, CHBE faculty-led research provides innovative and sustainable solutions to pressing local and global challenges to industry and society.

• Energy and Fuels: Sustainable clean energy and fuels supply and use
• Natural Resources: Managing and maximizing the value of Canada’s forest and fossil carbon reserves
• Environment: Mitigating climate change/pollution ; Clean water and biodiversity security
• Health: Rising medical costs in the face of aging population ; Cancer and other deadly diseases
• Industry: Increasing pressure from emerging economies

Solutions to the above challenges are inextricably linked to our understanding of complex chemical and biological systems.

For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website

Chemical and Biological Engineering is modern day alchemy. Biotechnology especially, is the modern day equivalent of turning lead into gold. For me, the idea of turning basic elements and building blocks into valuable products, especially those that can save human lives is fascinating and a great source of passion for me.

Athanasios Kritharis

Quick Facts

Program enquiries, admission information & requirements, 1) check eligibility, minimum academic requirements.

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

• Canada or the United States
• International countries other than the United States

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement : 90

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement : 6.5

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE is not required.

2) Meet Deadlines

January 2025 intake, application open date, canadian applicants, international applicants, deadline explanations.

Deadline to submit online application. No changes can be made to the application after submission.

Deadline to upload scans of official transcripts through the applicant portal in support of a submitted application. Information for accessing the applicant portal will be provided after submitting an online application for admission.

Deadline for the referees identified in the application for admission to submit references. See Letters of Reference for more information.

3) Prepare Application

Transcripts.

All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.

Letters of Reference

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.

Statement of Interest

Many programs require a statement of interest , sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Supervision

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their thesis supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Instructions regarding thesis supervisor contact for Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD)

Citizenship verification.

Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

4) Apply Online

All applicants must complete an online application form and pay the application fee to be considered for admission to UBC.

Tuition & Financial Support

Financial support.

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options, including merit-based (i.e. based on your academic performance) and need-based (i.e. based on your financial situation) opportunities.

Program Funding Packages

From September 2024 all full-time students in UBC-Vancouver PhD programs will be provided with a funding package of at least $24,000 for each of the first four years of their PhD. The funding package may consist of any combination of internal or external awards, teaching-related work, research assistantships, and graduate academic assistantships. Please note that many graduate programs provide funding packages that are substantially greater than $24,000 per year. Please check with your prospective graduate program for specific details of the funding provided to its PhD students.

Average Funding

• 42 students received Teaching Assistantships. Average TA funding based on 42 students was $4,013.
• 60 students received Research Assistantships. Average RA funding based on 60 students was $22,950.
• 8 students received Academic Assistantships. Average AA funding based on 8 students was $2,207.
• 62 students received internal awards. Average internal award funding based on 62 students was $6,969.
• 8 students received external awards. Average external award funding based on 8 students was $29,554.

Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)

All applicants are encouraged to review the awards listing to identify potential opportunities to fund their graduate education. The database lists merit-based scholarships and awards and allows for filtering by various criteria, such as domestic vs. international or degree level.

Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA)

Many professors are able to provide Research Assistantships (GRA) from their research grants to support full-time graduate students studying under their supervision. The duties constitute part of the student's graduate degree requirements. A Graduate Research Assistantship is considered a form of fellowship for a period of graduate study and is therefore not covered by a collective agreement. Stipends vary widely, and are dependent on the field of study and the type of research grant from which the assistantship is being funded.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)

Graduate programs may have Teaching Assistantships available for registered full-time graduate students. Full teaching assistantships involve 12 hours work per week in preparation, lecturing, or laboratory instruction although many graduate programs offer partial TA appointments at less than 12 hours per week. Teaching assistantship rates are set by collective bargaining between the University and the Teaching Assistants' Union .

Graduate Academic Assistantships (GAA)

Academic Assistantships are employment opportunities to perform work that is relevant to the university or to an individual faculty member, but not to support the student’s graduate research and thesis. Wages are considered regular earnings and when paid monthly, include vacation pay.

Financial aid (need-based funding)

Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans .

All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.

Foreign government scholarships

Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.

Working while studying

The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.

International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 20 hours a week.

A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement .

Tax credits and RRSP withdrawals

Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.

Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.

Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.

Cost Estimator

Applicants have access to the cost estimator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.

Career Outcomes

106 students graduated between 2005 and 2013: 1 graduate is seeking employment; 1 is in a non-salaried situation; for 8 we have no data (based on research conducted between Feb-May 2016). For the remaining 96 graduates:

Sample Employers in Higher Education

Sample employers outside higher education, sample job titles outside higher education, phd career outcome survey, alumni on success.

Jasna Jankovic

Job Title Assistant Professor

Employer University of Connecticut

Jorge Octavio Virues Delgadillo

Job Title Full Time Professor

Employer Facultad Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Veracruzana

Hooman Rezaei

Job Title Senior Research Scientist

Employer FPInnovations

Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats

These statistics show data for the Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD). Data are separated for each degree program combination. You may view data for other degree options in the respective program profile.

ENROLMENT DATA

Completion rates & times, upcoming doctoral exams, thursday, 6 june 2024 - 1:00pm, friday, 14 june 2024 - 9:00am.

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Advice and insights from UBC Faculty on reaching out to supervisors

These videos contain some general advice from faculty across UBC on finding and reaching out to a supervisor. They are not program specific.

This list shows faculty members with full supervisory privileges who are affiliated with this program. It is not a comprehensive list of all potential supervisors as faculty from other programs or faculty members without full supervisory privileges can request approvals to supervise graduate students in this program.

• Baldwin, Susan (Bioprocess engineering, bioremediation, biomedical reaction modelling)
• Berlinguette, Curtis (Combinatorial Chemistry; CO2 conversion and utilization; clean energy; advanced solar cells; electrochromic windows; dynamic windows; hydrogen fuels production; catalysis; robotics and automation; machine learning / artificial intelligence)
• Bi, Xiaotao (Chemical engineering; Biomass and Bioenergy; Electrostatics of Powders; Fluidization; Fuel Cells Water Management; Green Engineering; Industrial Symbiosis; Life Cycle Analysis; Multiphase Chemical Reactors; Particle technology)
• Cao, Yankai (Chemical engineering; optimization; Artificial Intelligence; Renewable energy systems; Process Control)
• Cranston, Emily (Nanoparticle synthesis, properties and applications; Bio-based materials and nanocellulose; Atomic force microscopy (forces, adhesion, friction, imaging); Colloid and interface science; Polymer chemistry; Cellulose nanocrystals; Bioproducts; Foams, emulsions, aerogels)
• Ellis, Naoko (Chemical engineering; Chemical Processes; CO2 capture and utilization; Interdisciplinary teaching and learning; multiphase systems; thermochemical conversion of biomass)
• Englezos, Petros (Carbon capture engineering)
• Feng, James (Chemical engineering; Mathematics and statistics; Biophysics; Complex fluids; Fluid mechanics; Mathematical biology)
• Foster, Johan (Chemical engineering; 3D Printing; Biomaterials; Biomedical Devices; Bioproducts; Cellulose Nanomaterials; Fibers; Polymers)
• Frostad, John (Chemical engineering; Food sciences (including food engineering); Emulsions; Physics of Soft Matter; Agricultural Sprays; Food Physics; Interfacial Rheology; Novel Instrumentation; Foams; Fluid mechanics)
• Gopaluni, Bhushan (Modelling and experiment design, identification for control)
• Gyenge, Elod Lajos (Electrochemical engineering, fuel cells, batteries, electrodes)
• Hatzikiriakos, Savvas (Polymer melt and suspension rheology, food rheology, polymer melt processing, superhydrophobicity, surface science, winter sports expert, ski/skate performance and snow/ice friction. )
• Haynes, Charles (Protein purification, recombinant proteins, molecular thermodynamics, biocompatible polymers)
• Lau, Anthony K (Environmental engineering, waste-to-resource recycling, composting, odor control, biohydrogen energy )
• Martinez, Mark (Chemical engineering; Complex fluids; Flow visualization; Fluid mechanics)
• Mohseni, Madjid (Chemical engineering; Water quality engineering; Drinking Water; Chemical Pollutants; Used Water; Clean Technologies; Advanced oxidation; Drinking water quality and treatment; Electrochemical water treatment processes; UV based water purification and treatment; Water re-use)
• Piret, James (Biomedical engineering, regenerative medicine Cell-based therapies have the potential to provide improved treatments for major diseases such as cancer and diabetes)
• Rahmani, Mona (Multiphase and Density Stratified Fluid Mechanics, Fiber Suspensions, Renewable Energy, Hydrodynamic Instability, Mixing)
• Rojas, Orlando (Nanopolysaccharides (based on cellulose, chitin, starches and others); Bacterial nanocelluloses; Cellulose derivatives; Lignins, colloidal lignins, nanolignins and their uses; Renewable biopolymers (hemicelluloses, proteins, chitin and chitosan, alginates and others); Multiphase systems (emulsions, foams, dispersed systems), gels, aerogels; Films, filaments and hybrid materials; Nanocomposites; Bioactive systems; Fiber processing; Pulp and paper)
• Smith, Kevin (Catalysis, biofuels )
• Srebnik, Simcha (Chemical engineering; Bioinspired engineering and biomimetic design; Carbon nanotubes; Developing models for interfacial polymerization membraned; Diffusion in nanostructured materials; Functional materials; Hierarchical modeling; Mechanical properties of polymers melts and polymer networks; Molecular simulation of polymers and composite materials; Molecular simulations; Optimization of protein-imprinted polymers; Polymers and biopolymers; Protein folding and stability; Statistical thermodynamics of polymers and biopolymers; Understanding polymer-carbon nanotube interactions)
• Taghipour, Fariborz (Artificial Photosynthetic Systems, UV Photoreactors, Modeling of Chemical and Biochemical Reactors, Computational Fluid Dynamics)
• Trajano, Heather (Chemical engineering; Biomass (Energy); Wood; Pulp and paper; Biochemicals; Biomass extractives recovery and utilization; Biorefining; catalysis; Hemicellulose; Kinetics; Pretreatment)

Doctoral Citations

Sample thesis submissions.

• Microcystin-LR degradation by vacuum ultraviolet and ozone : chloride and bromide ions effects
• Electrochemical degradation of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
• Biological ion exchange and its application in drinking water systems
• Per- and poly- fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) destruction in concentrated waste using advanced oxidation/ reduction processes (AO/RPs)
• Vacuum-UV/chlorine advanced oxidation process for micropollutants removal in potable reuse trains
• Photodegradation of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) using vacuum-UV (VUV) radiation
• Development of a polyiodide aqueous/non-aqueous flow battery
• Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances : removal from recycled and impaired waters using ion exchange process
• Insights into the jamming mechanisms in pressure screening
• Impacts of electrolyzer design, operation, and measurement on ammonia electrosynthesis in aqueous and non-aqueous media
• Interpretable and stable soft sensor modeling for industrial applications
• An accurate and scalable direction-splitting solver for flows laden with non-spherical rigid bodies
• Bifunctional manganese oxide electrodes for reversible oxygen reduction/evolution reactions
• Data-driven degradation modeling of lithium-ion batteries
• Applications of process analytics and machine learning in pyrometallurgy and kraft pulping

Related Programs

Same specialization.

• Master of Applied Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering (MASc)
• Master of Engineering in Chemical and Biological Engineering (MEng)
• Master of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering (MSc)

Same Academic Unit

• Master of Engineering Leadership in Sustainable Process Engineering (MEL)

Further Information

Specialization.

Chemical and Biological Engineering provides innovative and sustainable solutions to pressing local and global challenges to industry and society, with faculty being engaged in the following broad areas:

• Biotechnology,
• Chemical Process Engineering,
• Energy and Materials,
• Environmental Engineering.

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Chemical and Petroleum Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Thesis-based program

Program overview.

Ambitious students looking to make their mark should consider a Chemical and Petroleum Engineering degree. Under the research-based program, students are expected to grow their skills as they produce a significant original contribution to fundamental engineering knowledge. This degree is generally a requirement for a career in academia or government/industrial research. A PhD can also be a first step toward a chief scientific officer (CSO) position.

Completing this program

• Courses (excluding Petroleum Engineering): Topics may include mass transfer, chemical reactor design, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and more.
• Professional Development Courses: Students take two professional development courses on communication styles, presentation skills and more.
• Candidacy: Students will complete both oral and written candidacy exams.
• Petroleum Engineering: Core courses include Reservoir Simulation, Secondary and Tertiary Recovering, Thermal Recovery Methods and more.
• Doctoral Courses: Students complete Experimental Design and Error Analysis and Advanced Mathematical Methods in Engineering prior to candidacy.
• Thesis: Students will be required to submit and defend an original research thesis.

Specializations

• Chemical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

• Engineering, Energy and Environment (Interdisciplinary)
• Environmental Engineering (Interdisciplinary)
• Energy and Environmental Systems (Interdisciplinary)

Oil and gas, medicine, education, government sector, research and consulting. Process engineer, petroleum reservoir engineer, petroleum production engineer, environmental engineer, software development, documentation for chemical process/petroleum reservoir simulation software, sales.

A PhD in chemical and petroleum engineering is usually considered a final degree.

Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend in an open oral defense.

Three to six courses, depending on specialization

Learn more about program requirements in the Academic Calendar

Classroom delivery

Time commitment.

Four year full-time; six years maximum

A supervisor is required, and must agree to oversee the student's research before admission will be granted

See the Graduate Calendar for information on  fees and fee regulations,  and for information on  awards and financial assistance .

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Supervisors

Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree. Please note: additional supervisors may be available. Contact the program for more information.

Roberto Aguilera

Jalel Azaiez

Anne Benneker

Matthew Clarke

Hector De la Hoz Siegler

Josephine Hill

Ayodeji Jeje

Michael Kallos

Admission requirements

A minimum of 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the graduate degree.

Minimum education

An MSc degree or equivalent, or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Work samples

• Two official copies of your final official transcripts and degree certificates (if degree is not clearly stated on transcripts) in signed sealed envelopes from institution attended.  These documents may be sent to us directly from the institution or you can have the documents mailed to yourself and then mail them to us.  We do not considered open official transcripts as official.  
• Statement of Interest (not mandatory)
• C.V. (not mandatory)

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Test scores, english language proficiency (elp).

An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iB T including TOEFL iBT Home Edition)  minimum score of 86 (Internet-based, with no section less than 20).
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS)  score of 6.5 (with no section less than 6.0).
• Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency  minimum score of 180.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)   score of 59 or higher
• Canadian Academic English Language test (CAEL)  overall score of 70 (no section less than 60).
• Academic Communication Certificate (ACC)  minimum of B+ in each course.
• Duolingo English Test  obtaining a minimum score of 125 (with no sub-score below 105).

*Please contact your program of interest if you have any questions about ELP requirements.

For admission on September 1:

• Canadians and permanent residents: July 15 application deadline
• International students: Mar. 15 application deadline

For admission on January 1:

• Canadians and permanent residents: Nov. 15 application deadline
• International students: July 15 application deadline

For admission on May 1:

• Canadians and permanent residents: Mar. 15 application deadline
• International students: Nov. 15 application deadline

If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements

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MASC and PhD Admissions

Application dates.

Fall (September) 2024 entry:

• Opens: October 15, 2023
• Closes: March 15, 2024

Winter (January) 2025 entry:

• Opens: March 15, 2024
• Closes: October 15, 2024

Minimum Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirements for each program are outlined below.   Please note that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee that an offer of admission will be granted. 

M.A.Sc. Program

A 4-year degree (or equivalent) in engineering or natural sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics/statistics) with a B+ average (or equivalent) in each of the last two years of full-time study.

Ph.D. Program

B+ (or equivalent) successful completion of a research Master’s degree in engineering or the physical/chemical/biological sciences with an overall average of at least B+ (or equivalent).

Entering the PhD Program directly after completing the MASc or MEng

Students who complete an MASc or MEng in the Department of Chemical Engineering and wish to begin a PhD in the department immediately after finishing their master’s, are to apply for PhD admission through the SGS Admission Application System.  Please contact the  Graduate Assistant  for information on the most expedient way to apply for admission.

Entering the PhD Program directly after completing a BEng or BASc (Direct-Entry)

Students who have demonstrated academic excellence in their BEng or BASc studies may enter the PhD program directly after their undergraduate studies.   Typically, an applicant must have achieved an A-range average and have participated in a research project, either through an undergraduate thesis or through research conducted in a lab.

Flex-Time PhD

Those interested in applying to the Flex-time PhD program (completing a PhD while concurrently working in the profession) must contact the  Graduate Administrator  prior to applying.

Degrees from Outside Canada

To determine whether your degree is equivalent to the degree required for admission, please  click here .

English Language Proficiency Testing

Applicants from universities outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken  within the last 24 months at the time of submission of their application. 

Tests recognized by the university

Exemptions 

Applicants must meet the minimum English language proficiency requirements prior to receiving an offer of admission.

Scores are to be sent electronically directly from the test centre or organization (TOEFL, IELTS, COPE) to the university.  If sent by mail, they are to be sent directly from the test organization or centre to the Graduate Office in the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry (see address below).

Entrance Scholarships

All MASc and PhD applicants are encouraged to apply for scholarships in order to make their application more competitive.  Please see the Scholarships & Awards information on the SGS website.  For applicants, the awards under Government-Funded Awards and International Student Awards will be of particular interest.

Visit our Graduate Financial Support page for further information.

MASc and PhD Application Procedures

Step 1:  Complete the School of Graduate Studies Online Applicatio n and pay the application fee by the application deadline.  The following items are required in order to submit your application:

• transcripts – unofficial/electronic versions are accepted but must include a transcript legend/key
• two references (two academic or one academic and one professional)
• letter of intent

The first two references that are submitted and meet our criteria will be considered in the application review.

Step 2:  Find a Supervisor. For MASc and PhD applicants, an offer of admission may only be considered when the applicant both meets admission requirements and has a faculty member that agrees to provide research supervision and financial support. Visit this website’s Research section and faculty listing to explore our professors’ research interests.  Applicants are encouraged to approach potential supervisors early in the application process, and may approach more than one faculty member at a time.

If admitted, official final transcripts will be required before the start of the program .  Transcripts are considered official when they have been prepared, sealed in an envelope and signed over the back flap by an official at the issuing institution.  Official electronic transcripts are also acceptable if they are sent directly from the issuing institution to our Graduate Office.

Official transcripts are to be sent to the Graduate Office:

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Doctorate in Philosophy Chemical Engineering

• Degree offered: Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD)
• Registration status option: Full-time
• Language of instruction: English
• within four years
• Academic units: Faculty of Engineering , Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Program Description

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering located in the Faculty of Engineering offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of Master of Applied Science (MASc), Master of Engineering (MEng) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering.

The PhD program prepares candidates for a career in teaching, research and/or development. Graduates are expected to have acquired autonomy in conducting research, preparing scholarly publications, and promoting chemical engineering.

Main Areas of Research

• Materials development
• Process engineering
• Clean technologies and renewable energy
• Biomedical engineering

Other Programs Offered Within the Same Discipline or in a Related Area

• Master of Applied Science Chemical Engineering (MASc)
• Master of Engineering Chemical Engineering (MEng)
• Master of Applied Science Chemical Engineering Specialization in Science, Society and Policy (MASc)

Fees and Funding

• Program fees

The estimated amount for university fees associated with this program are available under the section Finance your studies .

International students enrolled in a French-language program of study may be eligible for a differential tuition fee exemption .

• To learn about possibilities for financing your graduate studies, consult the Awards and financial support section.
• Research activities can be conducted either in English, French or both, depending on the language used by the professor and the members of his or her research group.
• Programs are governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies.
• In accordance with the University of Ottawa regulation, students have the right to complete their assignments, examinations, research papers, and theses in French or in English.

Program Contact Information

Graduate Studies Office, Faculty of Engineering STE 1024 800 King Edward Ave. Ottawa ON Canada K1N 6N5

Tel.: 613-562-5347 Fax.: 613-562-5129 Email: [email protected]

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For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the  specific requirements  webpage.

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Hold a master’s degree in chemical engineering (with thesis or equivalent in terms of scholarly publications) with a minimum average of 75% (B+).

Note: International candidates must check the  admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.

• Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills.
• We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible.
• To enroll, you need to have been accepted by a thesis supervisor.
• The supervisor’s name is required at the time of application.

Language Requirements

Applicants must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction (English) in the program to which they are applying. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.

Applicants whose first language is neither French nor English must provide proof of proficiency in the language of instruction.

Note: Candidates are responsible for any fees associated with the language tests.

• The Department may require students to take additional courses depending on their backgrounds preparation.
• The admission requirements listed above are minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission to the program.
• Admissions are governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies.

Fast-Track from Master’s to PhD

Students enrolled in the master’s program in Chemical Engineering at the University of Ottawa may be eligible to fast-track directly into the doctoral program without writing a master’s thesis, provided the following conditions are met:

• Have been enrolled full-time in the MASc program for at least one year.
• Completed four graduate courses (12 units) with an average of at least 80% (A-).
• Written recommendation by the supervisor and by the graduate studies committee.
• Successfully completed of a minimum of 9 units in chemical engineering.

Note: The transfer must take place within sixteen months of initial enrollment in the master’s. The minimal admission average requirements for the doctoral program must also be met. Following the transfer, all of the requirements of the doctoral program must be met.

Requirements for this program have been modified. Please consult the  2023-2024 calendars  for the previous requirements.

Students are required to conduct a minimum of nine terms of full-time research from the bachelor of applied science and six terms of full-time research from the master of applied science. Students must also meet the following requirements:

The Department may require students to take additional courses, depending on their backgrounds.

All courses, except with permission of the Department, must be in chemical engineering.

Graduate Students in Chemical Engineering who have either completed their MASc at the University of Ottawa or are Fast-track eligible will be exempted up to 9 optional course units required for this Program at the Department’s discretion and determined upon Admission.

The oral or written comprehensive examination must be done within 18 months of enrollment to be allowed to proceed further with research.

Students are responsible for ensuring they have met all of the  thesis requirements . 

Students must present their thesis as a final oral examination. Students may submit their thesis in traditional monograph format or as a series of articles prepared for publication in scholarly journals.

Minimum Requirements

The passing grade in all courses is B.

Students who fail 6 units, the thesis proposal, the comprehensive exam, the thesis, or whose progress is deemed unsatisfactory must withdraw from the program.

The transfer must take place within sixteen months of initial enrollment in the master's. Following the transfer, all of the normal requirements of the doctoral program must be met: a minimum number of 21 units of graduate coursework (master's 12 units and PhD 9 units); the seminar CHG 8102S ; a comprehensive exam successfully completed within twelve months of transfer; and a thesis.

Research Fields & Facilities

Located in the heart of Canada’s capital, a few steps away from Parliament Hill, the University of Ottawa is among Canada’s top 10 research universities.

uOttawa focuses research strengths and efforts in four Strategic Areas of Development in Research (SADRs):

• Canada and the World
• Molecular and Environmental Sciences

With cutting-edge research, our graduate students, researchers and educators strongly influence national and international priorities.

Research at the Faculty of Engineering

Areas of research:

• Chemical and Biological Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
• Mechanical Engineering

For more information, refer to the list of faculty members and their research fields on Uniweb . 

IMPORTANT: Candidates and students looking for professors to supervise their thesis or research project can also consult the website of the faculty or department of their program of choice. Uniweb does not list all professors authorized to supervise research projects at the University of Ottawa.

Not all of the following courses are necessarily given each year. Attendance at courses is compulsory.

CHG 6000 Rapport en génie chimique / Chemical Engineering Report (6 crédits / 6 units)

Volet / Course Component: Recherche / Research

CHG 8101S Seminar I (1 crédit / 1 unit)

Oral presentation of selected topics and research papers. Attendance at all seminars is compulsory for MASc students.

Volet / Course Component: Séminaire / Seminar

CHG 8102S Seminar II (1 crédit / 1 unit)

Oral presentation of selected topics and research papers. Attendance at all seminars is compulsory for PhD students.

CHG 8113 Organic Electronics (3 units)

Ever wondered how cellphone displays work? Does the thought of tattoos that detect your sugar levels or roll-up solar panels interest you? Then you might want to learn about organic electronics. In this course students will learn the design, the fabrication and the operation of emerging printed electronics, flexible electronics and organic electronic technologies such as organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices, organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs), organic thin film transistors (OTFTs) and printed sensors. The course will cover elements of applied organic/polymer chemistry, materials engineering, physical chemistry and applied electronics. Students will touch on topics including molecular-property relationships, thin film processing, charge transport through carbon-based materials, photoexcitation of organic molecules, polymer processing, and how it all applies to emerging thin film technologies.

Course Component: Lecture

CHG 8115 Heat Transfer I (3 units)

The general law of heat conduction. Steady and unsteady heat conduction in solids with or without internal heat sources. Radiant heat transmission.

CHG 8116 Advanced Transport Phenomena (3 units)

Advanced study of momentum, heat and mass transfer relevant to chemical engineering and also to areas such as environmental engineering, medicine and other scientific disciplines. Review of the analogy between mass, momentum and thermal transport and, in particular, of the physical principles and mathematical foundations required for the analysis of fluid flow, heat transfer and mass transfer, and of the advanced methods for the analysis of transport problems. Main emphasis on formulation of a given physical problem in terms of appropriate conservation equations, and obtaining an understanding of the associated physical phenomena. Use of many chemical engineering applications to illustrate the various principles.

CHG 8121 Synthetic Membranes in Biomedical Engineering (3 units)

Medical applications of synthetic membranes hemodialysis, oxygenation, hemofiltration, apheresis and plasma exchange, biofunctional membranes, biosensors, drug delivery systems and microencapsulation. Emphasis on the types and classes of membranes available, relationship between structure and properties of membranes, and other variables, techniques for fabricating membranes, and special issues involved in the design and manufacture of synthetic membranes for medical use.

CHG 8123 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (3 units)

Presentation of the fundamentals and the contemporary research developments in chemical engineering thermodynamics. Thermodynamic properties and formulations. Properties of fluids. Stability of thermodynamic systems. Criteria of equilibrium. Evaluation of thermodynamic properties. Mathematical methods and data handling.

CHG 8132 Adsorption Separation Processes (3 units)

Discussion of different microporous materials and molecular sieves as adsorbents. Adsorption equilibrium and adsorption kinetics. Equilibrium adsorption of single fluids and mixtures. Diffusion in porous media and rate processes in adsorbers. Adsorber dynamics: bed profiles and breakthrough curves. Cyclic fluid separation processes. Pressure swing adsorption. Examples of commercial separation applications. This course is equivalent to ENVJ 5105 at Carleton University.

CHG 8157 Strategies for Engineering Process Analysis (3 units)

Statistical experimental design and analysis techniques for industrial and laboratory investigations are presented. Topics include: the nature and analysis of process variation, comparisons of two or more processes, empirical modelling of processes, applications of factorial and fractional factorial designs, mixture designs, response surface methodologies and empirical optimization techniques.

CHG 8161 Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering (3 units)

Kinetics of chemical reactions and its application to chemical engineering problems. Rate expressions and heterogeneous kinetics. Preparation and evaluation of catalyst activity. Promoters and poisons. Physical properties and transfer of mass and energy in porous catalysts. Interpretation of kinetic data and determination of mechanisms of catalyzed reactions.

CHG 8181 Advanced Biochemical Engineering (3 units)

Kinetics of bioreactions, growth and product formation. Batch and continuous bioprocesses. Mass and heat transfer in bioreactors. Novel bioreactor design. Industrial microbiology. Animal and plant cell culture. Downstream processing. Biosensors, biological waste-water treatment, biocorrosion, bioleaching. Nitrogen fixation. Genetic engineering. This course is equivalent to ENVJ 5501 at Carleton University.

CHG 8187 Introduction to Polymer Reaction Engineering (3 units)

Introduction to principles governing polymerization reactions and the resultant physical properties of polymers. Theory and experimental methods for the characterization of polymers. Mechanism and kinetics of polymerization reactions with emphasis on chain-growth polymerizations. Mathematical modelling and polymer reactor design.

CHG 8188 Polymer Properties and Characterization (3 units)

Polymer properties are described and discussed in the context of their nature, source and means of measurement. Chemical and microstructural properties; physical states and transitions; thermal properties; mechanical properties and viscoelasticity models; degradation and stability; surface, electrical and optical properties, polymer additives; structure-property relationships.

CHG 8191 Selected Topics Chemical Engineering (3 units)

Selected Topics in Chemical Engineering

CHG 8192 Membranes in Clean Processes (3 units)

Course emphasizing the use and development of membrane separations as clean and cleaning technologies. Applications of reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, vapour permeation and pervaporation to the treatment of industrial process and waste streams. Discussion of the fundamentals underlying each separation process. Nanostructured membrane materials. Membrane fouling models, foulant-membrane material interactions, solvent resistant membranes, aqueous and non-aqueous separations.

CHG 8194 Membrane Liquid Separation Processes and Materials (3 units)

Advanced topics of membrane separations including reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, non-aqueous liquid separation, and membrane applications in biotechnology. Physical chemical criteria for separations, membrane materials, and membrane casting techniques. Basic transport equations for single and mixed solute systems. Prediction of membrane performance. Process design, specification, and analysis applications. Problem solving in membrane transport, membrane design, and membrane process design.

CHG 8195 Advanced Numerical Methods in Chemical and Biological Engineering (3 units)

Survey course of numerical methods for solving linear and non-linear ordinary and partial differential equations. Techniques reviewed include Runge-Kutta and predictor-corrector methods, shooting techniques, control volume discretization methods and finite elements. Example problems from the field of transport phenomena. This course is equivalent to ENVJ 5505 at Carleton University.

CHG 8196 Interfacial Phenomena in Engineering (3 units)

Interfacial tension and interfacial free energy; contact angles; spreading of liquids; wetting of surfaces; experimental techniques. Interfacial tension of mixtures; Gibbs equation; absorbed and insoluble monolayers; properties of monolayers and films. Electrical phenomena at interfaces; the electrical double layer; zeta-potential; electrokinetic phenomena (electrophoresis, electro-osmosis, streaming potential); surface conductance. Dispersed systems; formation and practical uses of emulsions; spontaneous emulsification; flocculation. This course is equivalent to ENVJ 5507 at Carleton University.

CHG 8198 Membrane Gas Separation Processes (3 units)

Familiarization with principles of membrane technology and engineering aspects of membrane separation processes, with emphasis on gas separation. Overview of membrane types and materials, mechanisms of gas transport in membranes, and applications. Zero stage-cut analysis and membrane characterization methods and multistage membrane module design.

CHG 8300 Electrochemical Engineering (3 units)

Basic principles and laws of applied electrochemistry. Electrochemical thermodynamics. Electrode kinetics and electrochemical double layer. Electrocatalysis for fuel cells and water electrolysis. Transport phenomena in electrochemical engineering. Electrochemical reaction engineering. Examples of industrial processes: Chloralkali-electrolysis, water electrolysis, electrowinning of Nickel, Zinc, Aluminum, organic electro-synthesis. Energy conversion and storage technology: fuel cells, electrochemical capacitors and batteries.

CHG 8301 Renewable Fuels (3 units)

The production and sustainability of renewable fuels: Study the various generations and types of renewable fuels. Detailed look at the processes involved in transforming renewable feedstocks into useful fuels. Evaluation of the chemical and physical exergy of substances and process streams. Exergetic efficiency of process flowsheets. Perform well to wheel energetic and exergetic life cycle analyses of fossil and biofuels. Evaluate the environmental performance of renewable fuels.

CHG 8302 Oil and Gas Processing (3 units)

Physical and chemical properties of hydrocarbons and their estimation methods. Typical technologies, processes, and unit operations used in the characterization and processing of natural gas, crude oils, and Canadian bitumen.

CHG 8303 Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Principles (3 units)

The principles applied in the fields of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine to develop prospective therapeutic solution for a range of injuries and pathologies. A general discussion on the tissue engineering paradigm and building blocks (cells, biomaterials and bioactive cues) employed to engineer tissues. A range of tissue fabrication strategies using specific tissue/organ systems as examples. How engineering concepts, including bioreactor design, are exploited to drive innovation in the field. Additional aspects of regenerative medicine.

CHG 8304 Biomaterials: Principles and Applications (3 units)

Classes of biomaterials, including metals, ceramics, polymers and composite materials; properties of biomaterials, characterizations of biomaterials, degradable biomaterials, modifications of biomaterials, and host responses to biomaterials. Applications of biomaterials, particularly drug delivery systems, and other applications of biomaterials in tissue engineering. Regulations on the use of biomaterials and special considerations on the use of biomaterial based implantable devices.

CHG 8305 Particulate and Multiphase Flow (3 units)

The principal elements in the design and scale-up of various commercially important particulates and multiphase systems such as fixed beds, spouted beds, bubble columns and fluidized beds. Topics include flow regimes, hydrodynamics, heat and mass transfer, mixing, interfacial phenomena, chemical reaction and instrumentation.

CHG 8306 Biopharmaceutics and Fermentation (3 units)

Biopharmaceutics: General concepts and new developments in biopharmaceutics. Antibiotics and alternatives to antibiotics, antibodies, vaccines, microRNA, gene therapeutics and viral therapeutics. Fermentation and cell culture: cell growth kinetics; operation modes; expression of recombinant protein in bacteria, yeast, plant cells, insect cells, and mammalian cells. Bioseparation: solids/liquid separation (e.g., filtration, centrifugation, precipitation). Cell disruption; product recovery (distillation, membrane separation, ion exchange, affinity adsorption, solvent extraction, aqueous extraction, crystallization); concentration and drying (thin film evaporator, spray drying, frozen drying).

CHG 8333 Research Methodology and Communication (3 units)

Tools and principles for efficient and proficient scientific communication and research project management. Best practices for preparing and delivering oral presentations to various audiences, and writing scientific papers, thesis and reports. Research methodology. Research project planning. Design of experiments with long-term and short-term objectives.

CHG 9998 Examen de synthèse (doctorat) / Comprehensive Examination (Ph.D.)

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PhD in Chemical Engineering

The field of Chemical Engineering caters to a large number of industrial sectors from petroleum, pulp and paper, bio-refining, cement, pharmaceutical, waste treatment, etc. The PhD program in Chemical Engineering satisfies the demands of these sectors because of the well- rounded study program that has been developed.  Our PhD program in Chemical Engineering is directed to graduates from the existing Master’s in Environmental Engineering program at Lakehead University and outstanding graduates of chemical engineering or other related programs nationally and internationally.

The objective of the program is to provide students with a strong basis for careers in chemical engineering, both in academia and in industry.  This will be achieved through a combination of course work and independent research study in which the students will be encouraged to think independently, collaborate with other researchers and provide solutions to practical problems and developments in industry in an innovative manner.

Full details on the degree requirements can be obtained by viewing the Calendar entry.

Information for Prospective Students

• Current research areas and professors: Research areas
• Admission requirements, fees, on-line application form and more can be found at: PhD in Chemical Engineering section in the Faculty of Graduate Studies website.
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Contact Information   For information about the PhD program in Chemical Engineering contact:

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Chemical engineering.

Chemical Engineering is the study, application, and practice of using chemical technologies to make products through the systematic manipulation, conversion, and transformation of materials, chemicals, and energy.

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Degree Options

Chemical engineering (masc).

This program will provide students with knowledge in a chosen area of specialty beyond the bachelor’s degree through a research-intensive program. Students will take courses to enhance technical understanding and complete a research thesis under the supervision of a professor. Students are expected to make world-class contributions to the body of scientific knowledge, participate in the academic process, and disseminate their discoveries through scholarly publications.

Areas of Research

• Biomaterials & bioprocessing: drug delivery, tissue engineering, biocompatible surfaces, bio-separations, membranes, bioreactors, pharmaceutical processing
• Polymer science and engineering: polymer synthesis and characterization, polymer reaction engineering, polymer and particulate processing, paper chemistry, nanotechnology, interfacial engineering
• Process system engineering and control: process systems design, process control, optimization, supply chain planning and scheduling, data mining, multivariate statistical methods
• Materials and process modelling computation: molecular modelling, computational fluid dynamics, energy systems, alternatives fuels/energy, waste water treatment, life cycle analyses

Chemical Engineering (PhD)

This program will provide students with knowledge in a chosen area of specialty beyond the MASc degree through a research-intensive program. Students will take courses to enhance technical understanding and complete a doctoral dissertation under the supervision of a professor. Students are expected to make a novel and world-class contribution to the body of scientific knowledge, participate in the academic process, and disseminate their discoveries through scholarly publications.

Amelia Earhart Fellowship $$

A scholarship through Zonta International. For women of any nationality pursuing a PhD, who demonstrate a superior academic record in the field of aerospace-related sciences or aerospace-related engineering.

For eligibility, application details and deadlines, visit the Zonta International website.

Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS) Varied values

Varied values

ACUNS established its scholarship program, the Canadian Northern Studies Trust (CNST) in 1982 to advance knowledge and understanding of Canada’s North. The purpose of the CNST is to develop a cadre of scholars and scientists with northern experience and, at the same time, to enhance the educational opportunities available for northern residents.

For a list of scholarships and funding available, as well as eligibility criteria, award values, application details, and deadlines, visit the ACUNS website.

Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements $$

Deadline Date:

May 22, 2024

The CGS-MSFSS supports high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian and foreign institutions.

Please review eligibility and criteria for more information about this travel award.

If you wish to apply, please contact your department graduate administrator.

Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program

The bi-national program is an educational exchange, with a mandate to enhance mutual understanding between the people of Canada and the people of the United States of America. Available to graduate students, faculty, professionals and independent researchers, successful applicants conduct research, lecture, or enroll in formal academic programs in the United States. Fulbright Canada offers various scholarship awards within this program, with further information on the various award opportunities made available through the Canada-US Fulbright Program website.

For eligibility criteria, award values, application details and deadlines, visit the Fulbright website.

CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s (CGS-M) $$$

December 1, 2023

The CGS M Awards Program supports students in all research disciplines and is administered jointly by Canada’s three federal granting agencies: the Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). The selection process and post-award administration are carried out at the university level, under the guidance of the three agencies.

For a recorded information session about the Fall 2023 application process, click on the Learn More button.

CSA Group Graduate Scholarship $$

March 31, 2024

The purpose of the CSA Group Graduate Scholarship is to support graduate students in the pursuit of knowledge generation related to standards. Full-time graduate students at the Masters level studying at a publicly funded, accredited Canadian university are eligible to apply.

The research can be conducted in any field (e.g. engineering, social sciences, health sciences) and must include standards as a component of the research. The topic does not need to be related to an area in which CSA Group already has standards. The research may investigate aspects of an existing standard or may explore an area for future standards development.

Dr. Cameron Crowe Scholarship in Chemical Engineering $$

Established in 2018 by Dr. Cameron Crowe, professor emeritus of chemical engineering at McMaster University. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to doctoral students in the department of chemical engineering who demonstrate excellent academic performance and are Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Dr. J. A. Campbell Young Investigator Award $$

April 30, 2023

The Dr. J. A. Campbell Young Investigator Award of $5,000 for any kind of research into celiac disease and / or gluten sensitivity is available to students and those who have recently completed degrees.

Eligibility criteria, application details and deadlines available on the Canadian Celiac Association website.

Fulbright Canada Student Awards $ – $$$

November 15, 2023

Traditional Fulbright Canada Student awards are intended for Canadian citizens who are graduate students, prospective graduate students, or promising young professionals who wish to study and/or conduct research in the United States. Awards may be held at any university, research centre, think tank, or government agency in the United States.

For eligibility criteria, award values, application details and deadlines, visit the Fulbright Canada website.

GSA Travel Award $

The GSA Travel Assistance Grants are funded from the proceeds of the Graduate Students Association Development Fund, which receives contributions from graduate students and the University. The GSA Travel Assistance Grants fund is administered through the School of Graduate Studies. The GSA Travel Assistance Grants are designed to enable graduate students to travel to undertake research or present at conferences relevant to their field of study. There are a fluctuating number of awards available each semester.

The successful recipients will be determined randomly by selecting one recipient from each faculty (Health Sciences, Engineering, Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business) and the balance of the awards left in a given period will be randomly selected from a list of the remaining applicants from all faculties combined.

Application dates:

• Fall competition for September to December travel: Opens September 1, 2023 and closes October 2, 2023
• Winter competition for January to April travel: Opens January 2, 2024 and closes February 5, 2024
• Summer competition for May to August travel: Opens May 1, 2024 and closes June 3, 2024

H.G. Hilton Master’s Scholarship $$

The H.G. Hilton Master’s Scholarships were established by the income from a bequest in the estate of Hugh G. Hilton, at one time Chief Executive Officer of Stelco and member of the McMaster Board of Governors support a Master’s scholarship. The scholarship is tenable for one year, and is awarded annually to incoming Canadian citizens, permanent residents or, international students from departments which offer full-time Master’s graduate studies. Priority will be given to students intending research in Canadian industry or industrial problems. Other things being equal, preference will be given to deserving children of employees or former employees of Stelco Ltd.

Harvey E. Longboat Graduate Scholarship $$-$$$

March 14, 2024

The Harvey E. Longboat Graduate Scholarship for First Nation, Inuit, and Métis Students was established in 2009 in honour of Harvey E. Longboat, and in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to McMaster University and to the broader community. The School of Graduate Studies, in consultation with the Indigenous Studies program and the Indigenous Education Council, will award the scholarship annually to a First Nation, Inuit, or Métis student(s) who has demonstrated high academic achievement and exceptional promise.

The scholarship is tenable for one year, although previous award winners may re-apply.

Incoming students are eligible to apply.

Health Research Postdoctoral Opportunities

A comprehensive list of funding sources and agencies for postdoctoral fellows in the Faculty of Health Sciences and those doing health-related research can be found in McMaster’s funding database.. On the site, you will find a variety of filters to help you in your search.

Hugh C. Morris Experiential Learning Fellowship $$$$

The Hugh C. Morris Experiential Learning Fellowship, valued at $40,000 Cdn, is open to any graduate student studying in Canada who is working in a field related to

• earth, geosciences
• environment
• alternative energy
• climate change
• sustainability

or the social impact, social sciences or design sciences related to these areas, and is designed to provide a unique experiential, international travel program designed by the student to engage diverse sectors, advance their research, learn from a range of contexts and cultures, and bring their learning back to Canada.

Review deadlines and all associated information on the Kimberley Foundation website.

Iranian Student Memorial Scholarship $

Established in honour of McMaster Faculty of Engineering PhD students Iman Aghabali and Mehdi Eshaghian, and a former Faculty of Health Science Post-Doctoral Fellow, who lost their lives on the downing of Ukrainian International Airlines Flight PS752. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies, on the recommendation of the Associate Deans responsible for graduate studies, to international graduate students from Iran who demonstrate academic excellence.

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Postdoctoral Fellowships

February 1, 2024

The JSPS provides opportunities in universities or other research institutions in Japan for:

• Postdoctoral researchers to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups;
• Senior scientists/university professors to participate in cooperative activities with researchers. NSERC cooperates with the JSPS by receiving and processing applications, and by nominating candidates to the JSPS.
• For eligibility criteria, award values, application details and deadlines, visit the NSERC website .

John Charles Polanyi Prize $$$

In honour of the achievement of John Charles Polanyi, recipient of the 1986 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, the Government of the Province of Ontario has established a fund to provide annually up to five prizes to outstanding researchers in the early stages of their career who are continuing to postdoctoral studies or have recently started a faculty appointment at an Ontario university.

Lyle Makosky Values and Ethics in Sport Fund $

April 30, 2024

This award is through the True Sport Foundation of Canada. Open to applicants who are

• high-performance athletes enrolled at a Canadian university, community college or other post-secondary educational institution.
• post-secondary students active in sport at a non-high-performance level.
• sport practitioners active/working in sport as an official, administrator or high-performance coach.
• educators working in a sport, sports sciences, sport management/administration or other applicable discipline.

All questions should be directed to the True Sport Foundation of Canada.

Visit their website for all details and contact information.

MacDATA Graduate Fellowship $$

March 15, 2021

The advent of large collection of data and ensuing development in data analysis techniques has made collaboration between data scientists and content experts necessary for cutting-edge research. Furthermore, there is a need for trainees to be exposed to both aspects of such research, namely for data science trainees to learn about real life practical projects and for content expert trainees to gain experience in data analysis and management. The aims of the MacDATA Graduate Fellowship Program are:

• To provide trainees with an opportunity to acquire practical and theoretical skills in data science.
• To facilitate exchange of expertise and knowledge in data science across faculties.

Mackenzie King Memorial Scholarships $$-$$$

The Mackenzie King Scholarships were set up under the will of the Rt. Hon. W.L. Mackenzie King (1874-1950), who was Prime Minister of Canada 1921-26, 1926-30, and 1935-48.

Two types of the Mackenzie King Scholarship are available to graduates of Canadian universities: the Open Scholarship and the Travelling Scholarship . Both are to support graduate study.

Manulife Life Lessons Scholarship Program $$

March 31, 2023

Manulife has introduced the first Life Lessons Scholarship Program in Canada, for students who’ve experienced the death of a parent or guardian with little to no life insurance. The Scholarship Program helps combat the financial burden of paying for post-secondary education during an emotional time and recognizes the perseverance that so many youth show in such adversity.

The next application call for this scholarship opens on February 1, 2024. Visit the Manulife website for details on that date.

Maple Leaf Centre for Food Security $$$

February 23, 2024

Four scholarships open to master’s and PhD students who are conducting research on determinants, impacts, and policy or program interventions into food insecurity in Canada.

Visit Maple Leaf Centre for Food Insecurity to learn more and apply.

Questions can be directed to [email protected] .

McMaster Graduate General Bursary $

What is a bursary.

A bursary is based solely on financial need. In most cases, information from your OSAP application is used to determine your financial need (some students who don’t receive OSAP can still apply for a bursary).

The McMaster Graduate General Bursary Program application opens mid-August in AwardSpring. Funding is paid out in mid-February.

Who can apply?

Graduate students who demonstrate financial need can apply for the McMaster Graduate General Bursary Program.

Please note: The McMaster Graduate General Bursary Program is not open to international students enrolled in graduate studies, MBA, medicine or physician assistant programs.

Bursary eligibility requirements:

• Be enrolled at McMaster
• Submit a completed application by the bursary deadline
• OSAP students who receive an income update request must complete it by the income update deadline
• Continue to demonstrate financial need throughout the study period
• Indigenous students
• students with OSAP government aid restrictions include:
• academic progress restriction
• income verification restriction
• provincial and/or federal default restriction
• credit check restriction
• students with a disability taking a reduced course load
• students with out-of-province student aid
• part-time students
• students receiving social assistance

McMaster Institute for Research on Aging (MIRA) Postdoctoral Fellowship $$$$

July 15, 2020

Prospective postdoctoral fellows are invited to submit a research plan that focuses on interdisciplinary, impact-driven approaches in the study of optimal aging through one or more of the following research areas:

• the impact of exercise on mobility;
• the interrelationship between psychological function and social function;
• causes and consequences of multimorbidity, frailty, and polypharmacy;
• the role of caregiving, equity, economics and transportation in optimal aging;
• the understanding of the biological mechanisms of diseases of aging;
• evaluating approaches to knowledge translation to improve optimal aging; and
• the use of technology to promote optimal aging and aging in place.

The applicant and principal supervisor are expected to involve at least two other researchers from two different McMaster faculties (outside of the principal supervisor’s faculty) as mentors in the development of an interdisciplinary research plan.

MIRA and Labarge Scholarships in Aging Research $$$

February 28, 2002

The MIRA and Labarge Scholarship program offers awards at the master’s and PhD level in two distinct streams. The Labarge Mobility Scholarship supports applicants whose research on aging includes a focus on mobility. The MIRA Scholarship in Aging Research supports interdisciplinary aging research in one of MIRA’s identified areas of focus.

The scholarships are open to master’s students beginning a new McMaster graduate degree in the 2022/2023 school year and PhD students entering year one or two of their studies. Interested candidates must develop and submit a research proposal in collaboration with a MIRA supervisor and an interdisciplinary mentor from outside the primary supervisor’s Faculty. MIRA requires confirmation that the supervisor and/or program will commit to matching the minimum level of support for the recipient for the duration of the graduate degree. See call for proposals and application form for more information.

MIRA Graduate Student Travel Awards $

March 15, 2020

The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging funds up to 10 graduate student travel awards per year – five in each round – valued at $500 each for students working with MIRA researchers.  Graduate students travelling to an academic conference to present an accepted abstract in aging research are eligible for up to $500 in travel funding.

For details about this and other funding opportunities, visit MIRA .

Deadlines for 2020: March 15 and September 15

MURA Academic Scholarship

Established in 2020 the McMaster University Retirees Association (MURA). To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to a graduate student researching technological advances related to seniors, and who demonstrates academic excellence.

NSERC Doctoral scholarships $$$-$$$$

October 2, 2023

Canada Graduate Scholarships – Doctoral (CGS D) and NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships – Doctoral (PGS D) programs provide financial support to high-calibre scholars who are engaged in eligible doctoral programs in the natural sciences or engineering. This support allows these scholars to fully concentrate on their studies and seek out the best research mentors in their chosen fields. There is a single application and review process for the CGS D and the PGS D programs. The top-ranked applicants are awarded the CGS D (tenable only in Canada) and highly ranked applicants in the next tier are awarded the PGS D (tenable in Canada and abroad).

Both programs are administered through a single application.

NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship $$$$

October 17, 2019

The NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowships (PDF) program provides support to a core of the most promising researchers at a pivotal time in their careers. The fellowships are also intended to secure a supply of highly qualified Canadians with leading-edge scientific and research skills for Canadian industry, government and academic institutions.

For eligibility criteria, award values, application details and deadlines, visit the NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship website.

OGS for Indigenous Graduate Students $$$

Two OGS-I scholarships are awarded to Indigenous graduate students at McMaster University who face significant financial hardship, with particular priority given to women with family responsibilities.

This criteria has been established in consultation with the Indigenous Education Council (IEC) and is adjudicated by a committee chaired through the Indigenous Studies Program.

Ontario Graduate Fellowships $$$

Ontario Graduate Fellowships (OGF) provide funding to full-time students in graduate studies at the masters and doctoral level. It’s a merit-based scholarship for students with an A- or above.

Value: $12,000 ($4,000 per term)

Duration: 1 year

Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) and Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarships in Science and Technology (QEII-GSST) $$$

The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) and The Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarship in Science and Technology (QEII-GSST) programs provide funding to full-time students at the master’s and doctoral levels. They are merit-based scholarships for students with an A- or above average.

Ontario Graduate Scholarship – International $$$

The Ontario Graduate Scholarship for International Students is by nomination only. Applicants to this award must contact their department for application instructions

Rainbow Fund $

To be granted to graduate students enrolled in any program who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ students and demonstrate financial need.

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty of the Future Value varies

Value varies

This fellow is awarded to female students who are citizens of a developing country or emerging economy. Applicants should be preparing for doctoral or postdoctoral research in the in the physical sciences, engineering, technology and related disciplines.

Deadline is usually during the Fall months. For all details – eligibility, value, deadlines, etc. – go to the Schlumberger Foundation website.

Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada Graduate Student Award of Merit $$

At least three awards, each in the amount of $4000, will be awarded annually to the women graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in the university or general community while maintaining exemplary academic records.

Women registered in master’s or PhD programs within a designated region. Regions and number of awards rotate each year. SWAAC has designated Ontario as the region for this 2023 competition. There are five awards available for this competition. Each university may nominate one person for the award.

Read about McMaster PhD student Liza-Anastasia DiCecco, who received the 2023 SWAAC Award of Merit .

Shell Canada Graduate Research Fellowships In Chemical Engineering $$

The Shell Canada Graduate Research Fellowships in Chemical Engineering were established by Shell Canada in 1983 to encourage excellence in research in chemical engineering. Up to two awards will be made each year, and selection is based on the candidate’s research achievements and potential. Recipients will be graduate students in chemical engineering, normally in their first or second year of PhD study. Awards will be made by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the chair of the department of chemical engineering.

The A.E. Hamielec Graduate Student Award $

The A.E. Hamielec Graduate Student Award was established in 2001 by alumni and friends, this prize has been established to recognize the valuable contributions that Dr. A.E. Hamielec has made to the department of Chemical Engineering, and his pioneering efforts in the field of polymer reaction engineering developed through the McMaster Institute for Polymer Production Technology (MIPPT). The award will be given to a graduate student deemed to have presented the best seminar during the annual Chemical Engineering Graduate Student Seminar Day as selected by a selection committee. The funds will be used toward travel, and registration costs for the student to present the work at a conference.

The Barkleys of Avonmore Scholarship $

The Barkley’s of Avonmore Scholarship was established in 1977 through the generosity of Fred Barkley to assist a student from a developing country to pursue advanced studies at McMaster University.  Each year the Dean of Graduate Studies will identify a worthy graduate student from one of the developing countries to receive the award.

The Cecil and Yvette Yip Graduate Bursaries $$

The Cecil and Yvette Yip Graduate Bursaries were established in 2003 by Dr. Cecil Yip (Class of 1959) and Mrs. Yvette Yip to recognize and encourage graduate students whose innovative work in the physical sciences and engineering crosses formal disciplinary boundaries. Preference will be given to students in any graduate program in the Faculty of Science or the Faculty of Engineering, whose thesis research demonstrates excellence in integrating engineering science within the study of biology. The students must also demonstrate financial need to be eligible. A variable number of bursaries are to be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies.

The CHEPA Doctoral Research Scholarship $

Established in 2022 by David Feeny and George Torrance, founding members of the Centre for Health Economics and Policy Analysis (CHEPA). To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to doctoral students enrolled in any program, who are conducting research under the supervision of faculty members belonging to CHEPA and who demonstrate academic and research excellence. The scholarship will support PhD students who have successfully completed their comprehensive examinations. Preference will be given to students with research interests that include health-related quality of life, health technology assessment, health economics, health services research, or health policy.

The Dante Cosma Graduate Memorial Scholarship $

The Dante Cosma Graduate Memorial Scholarship was established in 1997 by family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Dante Cosma, in recognition of his years of service in the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University, and to his support of engineering students in their pursuit of higher education. To be awarded to a graduate student in the Faculty of Engineering by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Dean of Engineering. Preference will be given to a student studying metallurgy.

The Dr. Colin Webber Graduate Scholarship $$

Established in 2013 to honour the memory of Dr. Colin Webber, McMaster University professor, physicist, radiation safety expert, teacher, mentor, and leader in the field of bone research. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to master’s or doctoral students. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate interest in bone research.

Value: Minimum $1,600

The Dr. Gunhard A.E. Oravas Memorial Scholarship $$$

April 15, 2024

Awarded by The Gunhard A.E. Oravas Educational Fund, The Dr. Gunhard A.E. Oravas Memorial Scholarship is granted to doctoral students at McMaster University involved in research in the area of Computational Mechanics of Deformable Solids .

Annual award; up to three scholarships of maximum $12,000 each.

Main Criteria

The quality of the proposed research and academic background of the PhD student.

How to apply

Please submit:

• Research proposal (max. 3 pages: Overview of the current state of knowledge, research scope and methodology, novelty of contribution).
• Resume (1 to 2 pages) and transcripts (MSc/BSc)
• Letter of recommendation from faculty supervisor.

How to submit

Email completed application to Dr. S. Pietruszczak at [email protected] .

About Dr. Gunhard A.E. Oravas

Dr. Gunhard A.E. Oravas was a professor in the department of Civil Engineering, whose research interests included engineering mechanics and structural engineering. He was an outstanding scholar and dedicated teacher who greatly contributed to the quality of engineering education at McMaster University. This award is established from a charitable donation by the beneficiary of his estate.

Email Dr. S. Pietruszczak at [email protected] or visit The Gunhard A.E. Oravas Educational Foundation website for more information.

The Edna Howard Bursary $

Established in 2022 by the family of Edna Howard, this bursary honours the support Edna offered graduate students through her work as a cook at The Phoenix Bar and Grill, owned and operated by the Graduate Students Association. Her food warmed the hearts of the McMaster campus community for many years until her retirement. To be granted by the School of Graduate Studies to full-time students in any program who demonstrate financial need.

The Graduate Students Association Bursary $

The Graduate Students Association Bursary was established in 1999 by the Graduate Students Association at McMaster University under the McMaster Student Opportunity Fund initiative. To be granted to a full-time or part-time graduate student in one of the following faculties: Engineering, Health Sciences, and Humanities, Science, Social Sciences, or the PhD program in Business. The bursary will be awarded annually by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Graduate Students Association.

The H. Vincent Elliott Memorial Travel Bursary $

The H.Vincent Elliott Memorial Travel Bursary was established in 2010 by Dr. Susan J.Elliott (MA `97 and PhD`92), esteemed former Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, professor of Geography and Earth Sciences, and senior research fellow at the United Nations Institute on Water (UNU-IWEH), Environment and Health, in memory of her father, H.Vincent Elliott. To be granted by the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation on the program director of ‘Water Without Borders’ to students registered in a Master’s or PhD program will be given to students in financial need.

The Howard P. Whidden Graduate Scholarship $$

The Howard P. Whidden Graduate Scholarship was established in 1987, and is open to non-Canadian students from countries of the British Commonwealth. This prestigious award is open to students who qualify for admission into any graduate program that extends to the doctorate, although the student’s initial registration may be at the Master’s level. The award is once renewable contingent upon satisfactory academic performance. It will be awarded at the discretion of the School of Graduate Studies.

The James F. Harvey and Helen S. Harvey Travel Scholarships $

Established in 1995 with funds from the estate of Helen S. Harvey.  James F. Harvey was a member of the first McMaster graduating class in Hamilton in 1935.  This travel scholarship will enable students to engage in research requiring travel.  To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to graduate students who demonstrate academic excellence.

The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport Bursary $

The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport Bursary was established in 1997 by The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. To be granted to graduate students in the faculties of Business, Engineering, Science or Social Science who demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to graduate students who are conducting research related to commercial transportation issues and policy, specifically the role of transportation in stimulating regional economic development and trade.

The Lambda Scholarship Foundation Canada Graduate Award

Established in 2022 by the Lambda Scholarship Foundation Canada. To be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to a graduate student who is currently enrolled in their first year of any program who identifies as a member of the queer, trans community and is Black, racialized, or Indigenous.

The Myra Baillie Academic Grant $

Established in 2005 by the Surgical Associates in memory of Myra Baillie. To be granted to a graduate student in any degree program who attains and “A” average and demonstrates financial need. Preference will be given to a female graduate student.

Award Value: 2 awards of $1,000 each

The Robert B. Anderson Memorial Prize for Leadership and Excellence $$

The Robert B. Anderson Memorial Prize for Leadership and Excellence was established in memory of Robert B. Anderson, professor in the department of chemical engineering from 1965 to 1987, to perpetuate the spirit of human compassion and research excellence that he so clearly demonstrated during those years. The prize will be awarded annually to a worthy graduate student on the recommendation of the Department of Chemical Engineering.

The Robert John Morris Graduate Studies Bursary $

The Robert John Morris Graduate Studies Bursary was established in 1996 by family, friends and colleagues of Robert John Morris. To be granted to graduate students in good academic standing who demonstrate financial need. Whenever possible, preference will be given to Engineering students studying in the area of nuclear engineering or advanced energy systems or, students in the Faculty of Humanities or Faculty of Social Sciences.

The School of Graduate Studies Grant in Aid for Research Travel $-$$

March 8, 2024

The SGS Grant is intended to be a grant in aid of research; students should not expect the grants to cover the full cost of travel or field work.

The School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Grant is not intended for conference or course work travel .

It is not meant to replace sources of funding already available from the tri-agencies (CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC), other external granting sources, or internal scholarships and bursaries.

It is not intended to fund the research itself, but the travel to do the research.

Application Date

The application will open in Mosaic on January 8, 2024, and close on March 8, 2024.

The Stelco Graduate Bursaries $$

The Stelco Graduate Bursaries were established in 1996 by Stelco – a market-driven, technologically advanced group of businesses committed to maintaining leadership roles as steel producers and fabricators – in support of graduate students pursuing their educational goals. These bursaries will be awarded by the School of Graduate Studies to students enrolled in any graduate program who demonstrate financial need. Preference may be given to graduate students in the Faculty of Engineering.

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship-Doctoral $$$$

September 6, 2023

The Vanier CGS program aims to attract and retain world-class doctoral students to establish Canada as a global centre of excellence in research and higher learning. Vanier Scholars demonstrate both leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies in the social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.

It is valued at $50,000 per year for three years during doctoral studies.

Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, and foreign citizens are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Wilson Leadership Scholar Award $$-$$$

March 28, 2022

The Wilson Leader Scholarship Award for graduate students is different. Valued at $12,000 in direct funding and up to $2,000 for experiential funding, it’s a leadership development and career launcher program that builds on your studies. It involves about 15 hours/month, including time for synchronous group events between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET.

Awarded to up to three graduate students annually.

Yates Scholarship $

The Yates Scholarship Fund (up to $500) was established in 1963 by the bequest of William Henry Yates. This fund support upper-level doctoral students with research activities and conference travel when a paper is being delivered. Applicants must have completed their comprehensive exam.

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As part of Canada's largest engineering school and most innovative university, the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo is home to approximately 1,000 students, faculty and staff, and has thousands of alumni worldwide.

Our Department consistently ranks among the top two universities in Canada and the number one university in Ontario in Chemical Engineering according to the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities.

In addition to offering undergraduate and graduate programs in chemical engineering, the Department provides academic expertise and support to Waterloo's collaborative nanotechnology and biomedical engineering programs.

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• Degree Offered: MScE, MEng & PhD
• Application Deadline: Open
• Study Options: Coursework, Thesis
• Length: 1 Year (MEng) | 2 Years (MScE) | 4 Years (PhD) Years
• Entry Terms: Fall, Winter

UNB's faculty of engineering's chemical engineering department offers students the opportunity to work with innovative faculty members who have diverse expertise and research interests. With society's increasing focus on research and innovation now is a great time to consider adding to your undergraduate education.

Our students have access to labs and research centres within the Chemical Engineering department for example:  in the Materials Surface Characterization Laboratory, Limerick Pulp and  Paper, Nanotechnology, UNB Hydroprocessing Laboratory, Oil Recovery Laboratory, Polymer Laboratory.

Research areas

• Pulp and paper
• Adsorption and gas separation
• Nanotechnology
• Aqueous Chemistry
• Green Packaging Materials
• Cellulose Nano Materials
• Biorefinery/Biofuels
• Material and Radioactivity Transport

Current faculty research

• Nuclear:  Focusing on the study of the behaviour of materials in supercritical water Dr. William Cook’s research lab is conducting some of the essential research anddevelopment required to make the supercritical water reactor a technical viable product.  Dr. Palazhchenko's  group applies experimental and computational techniques to understand corrosion product behaviour in nuclear plant systems. Bench-scale experiments, flow-through loops, and thermal-hydraulic and activity transport modelling are used to simulate plant chemistry conditions and events.
• Water and Soil Remediation: Dr Laura Romero-Zeron's current research projects include remediation of hydrocarbon contaminated soils, selective adsorption of pharmaceutical drugs and toxins using natural fibers, upcycling of plastic waste, recovery and identification of biosurfactants, polymer-surfactant self-assembing systems, evaluation of synthetic and biopolymers functionality, rheological evaluation of polymer-surfactant systems and biooils, and pyrolysis of biomass waste to produce value-added additives.
• Pulp and Paper: Dr. Yonghao Ni  is working towards improvements in the pulping and bleaching process, and focusing research on high-yield pulp properties. Dr. Zhibin He and team are researching and developing novel and green technologies and sustainable products in the fields of pulp and paper, molded pulp products, barrier packaging materials, biorefinery, cellulose nano materials, bio-composite materials based on wood fibers, cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin.  
• Adsorption:  Dr. Mladen Eić's  recent research work has been used to determine diffusivities in gas mixtures as well as composite materials, such as bimodal materials. 
• Polymers: The polymer research team and Dr. Huining Xiao have been conducting research on various projects related to the polymers as functional polymers. They work on antimicrobial polymers, strength additives and nanoparticles for value-added paper products. 
• Nanotechnology: Dr. Felipe Chibante  has significant experience in the research and commercialization of nanomaterials. The work conducted centres around several key areas including carbon and natural nanomaterials production, nanocomposites engineering, nanoelectronics and nanofluidics.
• Clean Fuels and Catalysis: Dr. Kyle Rogers 's research team develops catalysts and chemical processes for producing clean fuels such as hydrogen and bio-oil. Research projects focus on the thermochemical processing of biomass (e.g., pyrolysis, liquefaction), the catalytic upgrading of bio-oil, hydrogen production and conservation, and waste-to-energy technologies.

Application requirements

• Applicants interested in research (thesis) can indicate their research interests on the application. 
• Applicants from Canada or United States should hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA 3.0 (B or 70%). International applicants must have a GPA Canadian equivalent to 90% or higher.  Applicants to the PhD program normally hold a Masters degree from an accredited university. 
• Applicants are required to submit a complete application , including three references and a one-page statement describing their research interests.
• International Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to submit language scores. Minimum TOEFL score of 580, and a TWE score of 5.0 (computer based scores would be 237 and 5.0 or greater and Internet score of 94, writing and speaking minimum 22). IELTS (minimum score of band 7); MELAB (minimum score of 85); or CanTest (minimum score of band 4.5); Duolingo (minimum score 120); PTE (minimum score 65). International applicants should have a Canadian GPA equivalent of 90% or higher.

For more information, contact  Dr. Brian Lowry , Director of Graduate Studies, or  Sylvia Demerson , Program Secretary.

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Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering - Process Systems Engineering

Waterloo , Canada

THE world university rank:  158

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AUD 97,384 ? CAD  88,752 Program fees are indicative only. Speak to your IDP study counsellor to get up-to-date course prices.

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering - Green Reaction Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering - Interfacial Phenomena, Coll...

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering - Separation Processes

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry - Chemical Synthesis

Vancouver , Canada

THE world university rank:  41

AUD 52,121 ? CAD  47,501 Program fees are indicative only. Speak to your IDP study counsellor to get up-to-date course prices.

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry - Catalytic Processes

AUD 49,115 ? CAD  44,761 Program fees are indicative only. Speak to your IDP study counsellor to get up-to-date course prices.

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering - Process Engi...

AUD 29,469 ? CAD  26,857 Program fees are indicative only. Speak to your IDP study counsellor to get up-to-date course prices.

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering - Chemical Engi...

Calgary , Canada

THE world university rank:  201

AUD 35,468 ? CAD  32,324 Program fees are indicative only. Speak to your IDP study counsellor to get up-to-date course prices.

Montreal , Canada

THE world university rank:  501

AUD 58,292 ? CAD  53,125 Program fees are indicative only. Speak to your IDP study counsellor to get up-to-date course prices.

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...sometimes known as process engineers—design, implement and improve technology to make life more comfortable and safe, while minimizing the effect that we have on the environment.

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Master of engineering, master of science, doctor of philosophy, be - 4 years.

The chemical engineering program presents a challenging and interesting workload. The first two years of classes are based upon core engineering subjects. The third and fourth years of classes are specialized in technical and design-based principles. We offer the advantage of small classes, large lab facilities, superb faculty and excellent support staff. 

The chemical engineering program is fully accredited by Engineer's Canada, Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board ( CEAB ).

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MEng: 2 years

Students can enroll in a Master of Engineering program that is a project and/or thesis based. 

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MSc: 2 years

Students can enroll in a Master of Science program that is a project and/or thesis based. The department has well-equipped research and teaching laboratories and allows either experimental or theoretical research projects. Students may be involved in a specialized research-oriented activity, collaboration with industry, or research centers in Canada.

PhD - 4 years

Students can enroll in a Doctor of Philosophy program that is thesis based. The department has well-equipped research and teaching laboratories and allows either experimental or theoretical research projects. Students may be involved in a specialized research-oriented activity, collaboration with industry, or research centers in Canada. The length expected to complete a Ph.D. is four years.

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57 Best universities for Chemical Engineering in Canada

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Below is a list of best universities in Canada ranked based on their research performance in Chemical Engineering. A graph of 4.53M citations received by 132K academic papers made by 57 universities in Canada was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

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1. University of Toronto

For Chemical Engineering

2. University of Alberta

3. University of British Columbia

4. McGill University

5. University of Waterloo

6. Western University

7. McMaster University

8. University of Calgary

9. Laval University

10. University of Ottawa

11. Queen's University

12. University of Saskatchewan

13. Polytechnic School of Montreal

14. University of Guelph

15. University of Montreal

16. Dalhousie University

17. University of Manitoba

18. Simon Fraser University

19. Concordia University

20. University of Sherbrooke

21. University of Victoria

22. Memorial University of Newfoundland

23. University of New Brunswick

24. University of Quebec in Montreal

25. University of Windsor

26. University of Regina

27. Carleton University

28. University of Quebec, Trois-Rivieres

29. Lakehead University

30. Ryerson University

31. York University

32. University of Quebec at Chicoutimi

33. Ontario Tech University

34. Royal Military College of Canada

35. School of Higher Technology - University of Quebec

36. Laurentian University

37. University of Moncton

38. Wilfrid Laurier University

39. Trent University

40. Brock University

41. St. Francis Xavier University

42. University of Prince Edward Island

43. University of Quebec

44. Acadia University

45. University of Winnipeg

46. University of Quebec, Abitibi-Temiscamingue

47. Saint Mary's University

48. University of Lethbridge

49. University of Northern British Columbia

50. University of Quebec in Rimouski

51. Mount Allison University

52. Cape Breton University

53. HEC Montreal

54. MacEwan University

55. Brandon University

56. University of Quebec in Outaouais

57. British Columbia Institute of Technology

The best cities to study Chemical Engineering in Canada based on the number of universities and their ranks are Toronto , Edmonton , Vancouver , and Montreal .

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