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• Graduate Student Department Policy Handbook

Degrees

• Masters in Engineering (MEng) - Course based Masters degree
• Masters in Engineering Sciences (MESc) - Research based Masters degree
• Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering(PhD) -Research based doctoral degree

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long will it take to complete my degree?

Each degree varies in length and by type of study. The MEng Degree program generally takes 1 year to complete as a full time student. Our research degrees (MESc and PhD) take longer as they involve intensive research and the presentation of a final thesis. The MESc Degree program takes approximately 2 years to complete. The PhD Degree program takes approximately 4 years.

What Health and Safety training am I required to complete?

All graduate students are required to complete the following training within the first two months of study and can be found HERE. Failure to do so can result in your student account being sealed. To unseal your account, you will be required to pay a $48 fee and show proof that you completed all required training. Note: the Workplace Hazards Communication form must be completed by all research-based students and canbe found in the chart below.

MEng	MESc	PhD
WHMIS - New for May 2, 2016	WHMIS - New for May 2, 2016	WHMIS - New for May 2, 2016
Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training	Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training	Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training
Safe Campus Community - Preventing Harassment, Violence, and Domestic Violence at Western	Safe Campus Community - Preventing Harassment, Violence, and Domestic Violence at Western	Safe Campus Community - Preventing Harassment, Violence, and Domestic Violence at Western
Accessibility in Service	Laboratory Safety - Hazardous Waste Training sessions are available at the start of each term.	Laboratory Safety - Hazardous Waste Training sessions are available at the start of each term.
	Workplace Hazards Communication Form	Workplace Hazards Communication Form

What is Department Graduate Seminar?

The Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Department Graduate Student Seminar series is a weekly seminar taking place during the Fall and Winter terms. Each seminar features a different speaker - external, internal and student presenters.

Where can I find information about scholarships?

Scholarship information is available on the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' website under Funding Opportunities. 

How much is tuition?

Tuition and fee amounts are posted at the start of each term in your student centre.  A detailed breakdown of tuition fees is also available from the Office of the Registrar - Fee Schedules. 

I'm graduating this term - now what?

Congratulations! Make sure that you enroll for graduation via the Student Center before the end of term.  This will ensure your final grades are submitted on time and your name is included for Convocation.  

For more information about Convocation, please visit the Convocation website.