Program type
Course-based
Chemical Engineering (GrDip)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
1 year
Credits
30 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter, Summer
Program overview
The Graduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering allows you to learn about chemical and materials engineering and their applications. The chemical industry manufactures materials such as composites that reduce the amount of fuel aircrafts consume to lightweight batteries that reduce the size of your cell phone. We need skilled engineers to continue to find novel ways in which to solve problems that have significant impacts on everyday life. Our faculty members are experts in fields ranging from energy storage to nanomaterials, and place particular emphasis on developing sustainable solutions for the energy sector. Montreal offers unique opportunities to work in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, oil refining, and companies supplying the aerospace and transportation sector. Working professionals make up a large proportion of the student body and enrich the collective experience of our classrooms.
Program structure
Degree Requirements
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 30 credits.
Please see the Engineering Courses page for course descriptions.
Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma (30 credits)
| 20 | credits from the Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Core |
| 10 | credits minimum chosen from the Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Electives: Students may take an elective course outside the elective list with permission of the Graduate Program Director. |
Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Core (20 credits)
| 16 | credits: |
| 4 | credits chosen from one of the following courses:
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Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Electives (10 credits)
| 10 | credits minimum chosen from the following: Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Elective List 1 |
Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Elective List 1
| 4 | credits chosen from any courses listed in Topic Area E57 - Composite Materials or from the following list of Materials Engineering graduate courses:
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Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Elective List 2
| 3 | credits minimum with 4 credits maximum (one course) technical elective chosen from Chemical Engineering or from any other Engineering and Computer Science graduate program, or from the Chemistry, Physics, or Biology graduate programs. |
Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Elective List 3
| 3 | or 4 credits from the following list of Complementary Courses chosen from any 6000-level course(s) listed in the following Topic Areas: E08 - Academic Communication Skills E09 - Professional Leadership Skills. |
Admission requirements
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
FALL
July 1 (Canadian resident)
March 1 (International)
WINTER
November 1 (Canadian resident)
July 1 (International)
SUMMER
March 1 (Canadian resident)
November 1 (International)
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. Course-based students may be eligible for a number of donor awards, and may consult with their department for program-specific opportunities.
Out-of-province students
Get $2,000 in special funding for graduate diploma programs. Learn more
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Department
Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering
Faculty
