Chemical Engineering (GrDip)
Graduate Diploma (GrDip)
Offered by:Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
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 details
To be considered for admission to graduate diploma-level studies, applicants must hold a bachelor's/baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) in engineering or the sciences with the Concordia equivalent of a GPA of at least 2.70 on a scale of 4.30.
The Department Graduate Studies Committee will determine the acceptability of an applicant for admission to the program and may require the applicant to do specific remedial coursework, including the bridge course CHME 401 Principles of Chemical Engineering, and/or other course(s) to meet the program requirements.
Credible academic reference letters and a statement of purpose should be included in the application.
Students transferring from a Master's to the Diploma in a similar area of study are granted a time limit of 2 years, less the number of years in the Master's, or 1 year, whichever is greater; or the equivalent for part-time study.
- Credits. Fully qualified students are required to complete at least 30 credits.
- Courses. Candidates in the Diploma program must take 20 credits of core courses and the balance may be chosen from the elective lists: one course in a core area, one in a technical area outside chemical engineering, and one complementary course. Students who hold a Certificate in Chemical Engineering must complete at least 15 credits in this program to qualify with a Diploma in Chemical Engineering. According to the University regulations on transfer of credits, students who have completed a Certificate in a different discipline may have credits transferred into a Diploma. Please refer to the Transfer Credits section of the Graduate Calendar for further information.
- Academic Standing. Please refer to the Academic Standing section of the Calendar for a detailed review of the Academic Regulations.
Program Specific Requirements. An Assessment Grade Point Average (AGPA) of at least 2.70, based on a minimum of 8 credits is required.
- Time limit. Please refer to the Academic Regulation page for further details regarding the Time Limit requirements.
- Graduation. To be eligible to graduate, students must have obtained a CGPA of at least 2.70.
Please apply online. Read the how-to guide for application procedures.
1. Submit your application and pay a $103.50 CAD application fee. A student ID number will be issued.
2. Log on to MyConcordia.ca portal to upload documents.
3. A completed file that is ready to be assessed will include:
- Application form and Fee
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three Letters of Reference and assessment form
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts (with mark sheets if applicable) for all post-secondary institutions attended
- Proof of Canadian citizenship (if applicable)
- Applicants whose primary language is not English, are required to submit official language test scores, unless exempted.
For initial assessment purposes, scanned and uploaded copies of documents are accepted. To finalize a file, once admitted, Concordia University will require official documents.
| DEGREE |
FALL (September) |
WINTER (January) |
SUMMER (May/June) |
| Chemical Engineering | ||||
| Canadian / International / Permanent Resident |
Diploma | June 1 |
Oct. 1 | Feb. 1 |
Courses typically offered include:
- Advanced Transport Phenomena
- Engineering Analysis
- Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
- Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Engineering
Research-active faculty members have received the highest honours from the Canada Research Chairs Program and published their results in reputed international scientific journals, including Scientific Reports, Nature Communications, ACS Nano, and the Journal of Materials Chemistry A.
Areas of faculty research expertise include:
- kinetics and catalysis
- transport phenomena
- polymer engineering and polymer reactor engineering
- nanotechnology and nanocomposites
- electrical energy storage materials
- electrochemical engineering
- microreactor engineering
The Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Association (ECSGA) represents all the graduate students in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science at Concordia University. In addition to organizing social activities, the ECSGA also offers workshops and networking events for its members.
Our alumni can be found working in consulting, government and the chemical industry. Recent graduates have also developed highly successful careers at insurance companies and banks.
Important information about admissions
Please be advised that Concordia University does not process admissions or fee payments through third parties for our degree programs.
All applicants are advised to ensure that they are communicating directly with the university for admissions and fee payments.
