Chemical Engineering

Dalhousie University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering programme explores research opportunities in a wide range of topics in conjunction with other departments and a number of research centres on the campus. Completing this programme opens doors to a number of career opportunities. 

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. 

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Programme options

Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis. 

Courses include:

• Research Symposium

• Comprehensive Examination

• Doctoral Thesis