Chemical Engineering Co-op - BEng (Hons)
Full-time format:
5-Year Co-op
Part-time format:
N/A
Requirements:
Grades-Only
Grade range:
Mid 80s
Faculty:
Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
Experiential learning:
Co-op mandatory
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Is this degree for you?
Chemical engineers are the alchemists of our world, transforming raw materials into valuable products that benefit society. From advancing medicine to securing clean water for communities, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s Chemical Engineering Co-op degree program will help you acquire the skills needed to improve human life.
In your first year, you’ll study engineering fundamentals, like calculus and physics. As you progress, you’ll master topics such as AI, waste recovery, the circular economy and hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. In later years, you’ll complete co-op work terms, working with leading companies, and execute a capstone design project, adding industry experience to your resume before you graduate.
Experiential learning opportunities: Co-op mandatory
With renowned staff, student teams, and facilities, including innovative water treatment and materials labs, you’ll be able to get practical testing and launch new ideas.
Accreditation:
- The Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board
Optional specializations:
Accelerated pathway:
The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic undergraduate calendar for this program.
1st Semester
Common to Aerospace, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, and Mechatronics Engineering programs.
LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.
Career possibilities:
- Air quality engineer
- Environmental engineer
- Food processing engineer
- Petrochemical engineer
- Pharmaceutical processing engineer
Employer possibilities:
- AGAT Laboratories
- Atomic Energy of Canada Limited
- Environment and Climate Change Canada
- Husky Energy
- PepsiCo Foods Canada
Further education:
- Chemical Engineering (MASc, MEng)
- Other engineering fields
Chemical Engineering Co-op alum's experience at TMU
“Toronto Metropolitan University was my first choice for chemical engineering. It was a comprehensive program, and the co-op placements helped me gain experience applicable to the marketplace. When I began my own business during undergrad, it was easy to tap into TMU’s start-up community, which provided incredibly beneficial mentorship, funding and resources.”
Joe Fida, Chemical Engineering Co-op, Class of 2018, Class of 2022 (MASc), Partner and Chief Innovation Officer, Blade Air
This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.
Academic requirements for full-time, 5-year co-op program
To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
- Completion of the following required Grade 12 U courses (minimum grade of 70% in each):
- English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
- Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
- Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
- Physics (SPH4U)
- Chemistry (SCH4U)
An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.
Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.
Tuition and fees range 2025-2026
For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.
Full-time format:
Ontario: $10,777 - $11,376
Out-of-province: $13,183 - $13,943
International: $42,217 - $42,498
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Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science (FEAS), is leading the way in experiential and immersive learning. Through extensive co-op and internship programs, research initiatives, co-curricular activities and targeted experiences designed in partnership with industry leaders, every student has the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. When you join one of our 11 undergraduate degree programs, you join a supportive and inclusive community that works and innovates together to tackle local and global challenges.
First-year engineering students also benefit from the First Year Engineering Office (FYEO), which supports a smooth transition to university through orientation, tutoring, study groups and personalized academic plans.
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While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, TMU's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.