Overview

This Chemical Engineering programme offered by University of Waterloo prepares researchers to investigate complex industrial challenges involving the conversion of materials, resources, and biological systems into valuable products and technologies. Students conduct original research aimed at advancing scientific understanding and developing solutions to contemporary challenges in manufacturing, sustainability, health, and technology. The programme combines independent investigation with access to advanced facilities, collaborative research environments, and experienced academic mentors.

Key Facts

Research opportunities span a diverse range of specializations, including biomedical applications, electrochemical technologies, advanced materials, process optimization, polymer systems, and sustainable production methods. Students may explore topics such as electrocatalysis, porous electrode architectures, bioprocess development, microbial engineering, biomanufacturing, environmental technologies, battery technologies, energy storage, and AI-assisted materials design. Through dissertation research and scholarly activities, candidates develop the technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills required for leadership roles in research-intensive environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering
Electrochemical Engineering
Nanotechnology
Advanced Materials
Process Systems Engineering
Soft Matter
Polymer Engineering
Sustainable Reaction Engineering
Electrocatalysis
Bioprocess Engineering
Biomanufacturing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00
Starting 2028-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waterloo, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

At the time of admission, each student must have an approved PhD supervisor who has agreed in writing to supervise their academic program or co-supervisors, at least one of whom is an approved PhD supervisor.

Applicants must demonstrate excellence of background preparation and academic achievement in prior degrees and, usually, possess a relevant, thesis-based Master's degree. In the Faculty of Engineering, a minimum 80% standing in an applicant's appropriate Master's program is the usual requirement.

The Engineering Graduate Studies Sub-Committee requires objective evidence of English language skills.
Transfer to the PhD program without completion of the MASc program: A student enrolled in a MASc program at the University of Waterloo may apply for transfer to the PhD program without completing a Master's degree.

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Tuition Fees

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14792 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

4596 CAD / year

≈ 4596 CAD / year

Living costs

Waterloo

Canada

810 - 1447 CAD / month

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