Apply before Oct 2026, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
Starting September 2027
- Apply before Apr 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Jun 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
Language
English
- TOEFL IBT: 92
- PTE Academic: 65
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Disciplines
Chemical Engineering
Overview
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering programme will further your studies in areas such as environmental control, plastics and polymers, pulp and paper, instrumentation and process control, petrochemicals, petroleum and natural gas processing, and energy conversion and utilization, as well as the growing fields of biotechnology, food processing, composite materials, corrosion and protective coatings, and manufacture of microelectronic components.
The responsibilities assumed by Chemical Engineers include a wide range of activities such as research and development of novel products and processes, the design, development and operation of process plants, and management of technical operations and sales. Visit the programme website for more information
Career Service
The Bissett Student Success Centre is here to assist you in finding jobs and developing your career path. With career advising, peer advising, career counselling, and its online resources, it has many ways to help you develop your skills and discover your ideal job and career opportunities. You can learn more about these services below.
Programme options
Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Symposium
- Comprehensive Examination
- Doctoral Thesis
Check out the full curriculum
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
- TOEFL IBT: 92
- PTE Academic: 65
- IELTS: 7
General requirements
- Thesis-based master's degree or its equivalent.
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study.
- Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Visit programme website
Living costs
Halifax, Canada: 1,246-1,973 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Dalhousie offers competitive tuition rates and funding programmes to support graduate students in almost all of its degree programmes.
