Graduate Diploma (Chemical Engineering)
Program overview
The Graduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering offers a practical introduction to chemical and materials engineering, with real-world applications from lightweight batteries to fuel-saving composites. Taught by experts in energy storage, nanomaterials, and sustainable technologies, the program is ideal for those looking to tackle everyday challenges. Located in Montreal, students benefit from strong industry ties in chemicals, pharmaceuticals, oil refining, aerospace, and more - alongside a diverse cohort that includes many working professionals.
Program details
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.
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: |
| • CHME 6011 Advanced Transport Phenomena (4.00) • CHME 6021 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (4.00) • CHME 6031 Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Engineering (4.00) • ENCS 6021 Engineering Analysis (4.00) | |
| 4 | credits chosen from one of the following courses:
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Chemical Engineering Graduate Diploma Electives (10 credits)
| 10 | credits maximum chosen from Chemical Engineering or from any other Engineering and Computer Science graduate program, or from the Chemistry and Biochemistry, Physics, or Biology graduate programs. Students should meet the pre-requisites for the graduate courses offered by the departments of Physics, Biology, and Chemistry and Biochemistry, or get the permission of instructors for pre-requisite exemptions. Furthermore, students can choose up to two 1-credit courses from the following lists with the approval of the GPD:
GSPD 600-level Professional Development Courses
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Please apply online. Read the how-to guide for application procedures.
1. Submit your application and pay a $100 CAD application fee. A student ID number will be issued.
2. Upload required documents. This link can also be found on the Student Hub's My CU Account page.
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 |
| Visit the GCS programs page |