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University of Waterloo Bachelor in Chemical Engineering
University of Waterloo

University of Waterloo

Bachelor in Chemical Engineering

Waterloo, Canada

Bachelor's degree

English

Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Bachelor in Chemical Engineering offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines principles of chemistry, biology, physics, and math. Students will gain practical skills through laboratories and projects, preparing for various applications in the chemical industry.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as chemical engineers, process engineers, or materials engineers in industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, and environmental engineering. Potential roles include product development, quality control, and research and development.

Re-engineer the products we use every day: energy, food, medicine, and so much more.

In one of Canada's top Chemical Engineering programs (Maclean's 2022 University Guide), you’ll enhance your knowledge of physics, chemistry, biology, and math with engineering design and problem-solving skills. You’ll learn to transform raw materials into useful products as well as to design and control complex physical and chemical processes.

Through North America's largest co-op program , you can apply your transferable skills in a wide range of jobs that support the transition to sustainable energy, minimize pollution, maximize food productions, enable a circular economy, enhance health care, and more.

During your six co-op terms, you'll be able to create an impressive résumé, explore potential career areas, and earn money to help pay for your education.