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Chemical engineers integrate principles from chemistry, biology, mathematics, and design to tackle worldwide problems and develop groundbreaking processes and products. Ranked among Canada's premier chemical engineering programs, U of T Engineering leads pioneering research in renewable energy, pollution remediation through biotechnology, sustainable manufacturing, artificial organ development, and nutritional food enhancement. Students apply theoretical knowledge in cutting-edge courses and labs, featuring the distinctive Unit Operations Lab with its full-scale industrial apparatus and towering distillation column.
With specialized tracks, interdisciplinary minors and certificates, and exceptional professional pathways, students can tailor their U of T Engineering education to align with their evolving interests throughout their studies. This academic adaptability, paired with diverse optional coursework and extracurricular activities, ensures graduates possess the engineering expertise, professional assurance, and international outlook needed to solve intricate problems.
The U of T Engineering curriculum mandates at least 600 hours of hands-on experience, guaranteeing substantial professional exposure before graduation. These hours can be completed at any stage of the degree through various avenues, including industry placements and research projects. Participation in the Professional Experience Year Co-op Program fulfills this requirement upon completion.
Students from different countries should have qualifications equivalent to Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Six 4U/M courses, including:
English Language Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): The minimum requirement is an overall band of 6.5, with no band below 6.0.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): The minimum scores required for the different TOEFL tests are:
Internet-based Test:
Minimum Requirement: total score of 100 + 22 on Writing
Discretionary Range: total score 89-99 + 22 on Writing
Cambridge Assessment English C1: Advanced or C2: Proficiency: A minimum overall score of 180, with at least 170 in each component.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): The minimum score required to meet our English facility requirement is an overall score of 70 and no part below 60.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST): The minimum requirement is a total score of 4.5, and no part below 4.