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 2025 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 250 graduate students from across Canada and around the world
- Alumni network of more than 7,200+ globally
Research themes
- Environment
- Energy
- Health
- Foundations
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.
Departmental Emphasis:
Faculty Emphases:
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Advanced Soft Materials
- Advanced Water Technologies
- Biomanufacturing
- Data Analytics and Machine Learning
- Engineering and Globalization
- Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation and Technology in Engineering (ELITE)
- Forensic Engineering
- Sustainable Energy
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.
Starting this fall, you can also apply to gain industry experience with a paid, eight-month MEng Co-op. Spaces are limited. Learn more about MEng Co-op »
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.
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $15,618
International Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $73,760
Tuition amounts include incidental fees.
Deadline: For a September 2026 start, international students should apply by April 15 and domestic students should apply by May 31.
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 $23,500 plus tuition in support of your studies. Exceptional students can fast-track into the PhD program before completing the MASc degree requirements.
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.
Length of Study: Two years of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $8,448
International Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $34,900
Deadline: For a September 2026 start, all students should apply by February 1.
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. As a PhD student, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $31,000 plus tuition and fees (i.e., $40,000 total funding) per year for up to four years of 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.
Length of Study: Four years of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $8,448
International Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $9,420
Deadline: For a September 2026 start, all students should apply by February 1.
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.
All Tuition amounts include incidental fees.
For further information, contact:
Graduate Office
Tel: 416-946-3987
PhD & MASc programs: gradassist.chemeng@utoronto.ca
MEng Programs: mengprograms.chemeng@utoronto.ca
Web: www.chem-eng.utoronto.ca
Office: 200 College Street, Room 218 & 201C, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3E5 Canada
