University of Toronto
Engineering Graduate Studies
Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry (ChemE)
Through leading edge research and education, we integrate chemistry, biology and engineering to drive solutions to global challenges in energy, the environment and health.
From human health and the environment to climate change and sustainable energy, the world is facing tremendous challenges. Our dynamic professors have outstanding international reputations for innovative research addressing these urgent issues. Under their supervision, you will work with a wide range of industrial sectors, including bioprocessing, biomedical, environmental, financial, health, resource extraction, and pulp and paper.
Our unique blend of research in engineering and applied chemical and biochemical sciences will give you a powerful combination of skills. You will work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and take advantage of our strong research and training collaborations with other departments and institutions.
You will have access to our well-equipped facilities, located in the heart of a vibrant, multicultural city that is Canada’s economic centre. Our program provides opportunities for entrepreneurship training and commercialization support to help bring ideas from the lab to the marketplace. We are proud of our department’s collegial, enthusiastic and supportive atmosphere and our strong student associations, whose aim it is to help you to succeed.
We offer the following graduate degrees in our department:
Department at a glance
- Ranked #1 in Canada, #23 in the World in the 2024 QS University Ranking in Chemical Engineering
- Received $15.7M in research funding in 2022–2023
- Our research has resulted in more than 50 invention disclosures in the last five years
- Home to more than 300 graduate students from across Canada and around the world
- Alumni network of more than 7,200+ globally
Research themes
Master of Engineering
MEng
This program provides you with advanced professional training in chemical engineering. In just one year of full-time study, you can obtain a degree respected by employers that differentiates you in a crowded marketplace.
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Length of Study: One year of full-time study or two years of extended full-time study. On a part-time basis, the requirements of the degree are completed within three years.
Admission Requirements: A four-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in engineering or the natural sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics/statistics) with at least a mid-B (or equivalent) in each of the final two years of study.
Domestic Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $15,521
International Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $71,567
Tuition amounts include incidental fees.
Domestic Deadline: Apply by June 1, 2025 for a September 2025 start.
International Deadline: Apply by March 1, 2025 for a September 2025 start.
Master of Applied Science
MASc
This research-based degree will allow you to complete courses and a thesis under the supervision of a faculty member. Upon being admitted, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $21,000 plus tuition in support of your studies. Exceptional students can fast-track into the PhD program before completing the MASc degree requirements.
Length of Study: Two years of full-time study
Admission Requirements: A four-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in engineering or the physical / chemical / biological sciences with a B+ average (or equivalent) in each of the final two years of study.
Domestic Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $8,351
International Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $33,247
Tuition amounts include incidental fees.
Domestic & International Deadline: Apply by February 1, 2025 for a September 2025 start.
Please Note: We encourage you to contact potential supervisors early in the application process.
Doctor of Philosophy
PhD
The PhD program consists of courses and an extensive thesis, which you will complete under the supervision of a faculty member. Upon being admitted, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $24,500 plus tuition in support of your studies.
Length of Study: Four years of full-time study
Admission Requirements: B+ in each of your final two years of study in the undergraduate program, and successful completion of a research master’s degree with an average of at least B+. In exceptional cases, direct admission to the PhD program may be considered for those who have completed a four-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or an MEng program (or equivalent) in engineering or the physical / chemical / biological sciences with a B+ average (or equivalent) in each of the final two years of study.
Domestic Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $8,351
International Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $9,107
Tuition amounts include incidental fees.
Domestic & International Deadline: Apply by February 1, 2025 for a September 2025 start.
Please Note: We encourage you to contact potential supervisors early in the application process.
English Proficiency Requirements: Applicants educated outside Canada may be required to meet an English proficiency requirement. Please visit the ChemE admission requirements webpage to determine whether you are required to take a test and for a list of accepted tests and their minimum required scores.
For further information, contact:
ChemE Graduate Studies Office
Tel: 416-946-3987
Email: admissgrad.chemeng@utoronto.ca
Web: chem-eng.utoronto.ca
Office: 200 College Street, Room 218 & 201C, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3E5 Canada
