Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Chemical Engineering)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus
Field of Study:
$4,477 /Yr
CA$6,306 /Yr
- McMaster University offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering for a duration of 4 years (12 semester).
- It is an on-campus, co-op program offered on a full-time basis.
- The PhD degree is a thesis-based program where students are required to complete courses in addition to writing and defending.
- This program consists of 7 one-term graduate courses beyond the Bachelor's Degree or 3 courses beyond the Master's degree and a more extensive research program leading to a dissertation.
- The dissertation must be an original contribution to chemical engineering and must also be defended at an oral examination a thesis.
- The specialization programs are:
- Bioengineering
- Polymer Materials and Manufacturing stream
- Process Systems Engineering stream
- Water-Energy Technologies stream
- Students must present one seminar on their research work before they graduate.
- In the Department, full-time, on-time students receive a combination of support which many include a combination of a research stipend, a teaching assistantship, a departmental scholarship, and/or a bursary.
- The minimum course program requirement for this degree is at least six half courses, at least four of which should be at the 700-level, beyond the baccalaureate degree.
- Students also required to take the PhD Comprehensive Examination which take place between 6 and 18 months after the candidate initially registers in the PhD program.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 56,000 USD.
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Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For May Intake | |
| Application Deadline For September Intake | Mar 1, 2025 |
| Application Deadline For January Intake | Jul 1, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $4477 (CAD 6306) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Food (On-Campus) | $6528 (CAD 9195) |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | $3451 (CAD 4860) |
| Total Cost | $9979 (CAD 14055) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete master degree from a recognized university.
- Students have to successful complete the research Master's degree with at least a B+ (77 to 79%) average.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree from an accredited institution.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, if students have given the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportuities are:
- Chemical Engineering
- Process Engineer
- Co-Operations Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Production Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineering
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,485/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 3,550/Yr$5,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| University of Western Ontario Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 6,301/Yr$8,875 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Laval University Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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