Chemical Technology

Hands-On Science Training at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

If you enjoy working in a lab and want a fast track to a rewarding career in science, the Chemical Technology program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is the perfect choice. This nationally accredited, two-year diploma program is offered at the Saskatoon Campus (Idylwyld Dr.) and is designed to provide a strong foundation in both scientific theory and practical lab skills.

What You'll Learn in the Chemical Technology Program

This comprehensive chemical technology diploma gives you a solid grounding in modern laboratory practices, analytical procedures, and scientific fundamentals. You'll gain essential skills in:

Real-World, Hands-On Lab Experience

This program emphasizes experiential learning, meaning you'll spend nearly as much time in the lab as in the classroom. From day one, you’ll work with real equipment, conduct experiments, and build the confidence needed for a successful lab-based career.

Industry Research Project for Career-Ready Skills

In your final semester, you’ll participate in a four-week industry research project where you apply your skills in a real-world setting. This work placement gives you valuable experience and professional connections before you graduate.

Program Highlights

Career Opportunities for Graduates

Graduates of the Chemical Technology program are in demand across various industries, including:

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12 with at least 60% in English, Chemistry, and Math.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 5.0 in each section. PTE: 63 overall, with at least 50 in each section. Duolingo: 110 TOEFL(iBT): 81 overall, with at least 19 in reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
Refund Policy

If you choose to withdraw from a program, you must submit a withdrawal request. Sask Polytech will refund any tuition amounts (less the non-refundable deposit) within 4-6 weeks. 

Non-attendance at the start of a program (no show) is considered a notification of intention to withdraw from a program.

Sask Polytech has partnered with PayMyTuition to provide refunds to international students by electronic bank transfer. Sask Polytech will use the external email address in your student account to process this transaction. If you would like to update or confirm your external email address, log into mySaskPolytech and click the Update address and personal information link.

1. You will receive an email from Sask Polytech indicating your payment has been processed.

2. You will receive an email from PayMyTuition (studentrefunds@paymytuition.com) with further instructions on how to deposit your payment. Click the link in the email to initiate the payment process.

3. Enter details in the PayMyTuiton refund form. This includes the currency, identification documentation (passport or driver’s license number), banking and beneficiary information. Make note of the bank account number as this will be as the passcode to deposit your funds. 

You may choose an alternate beneficiary by entering their banking information. 

Upon receipt of your completed beneficiary instructions, PayMyTuition will verify your request for accuracy. They will complete fraud and compliance checks to comply with various anti-money laundering and compliance laws. PayMyTuition will email you when verification is complete and confirm your payment. You will receive a PDF summary that is password protected. This PDF can be accessed using the bank account number that you provided as the password.

You will receive an email when your refund is complete. Please allow three to five business days for the payment to be deposited to your account.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $150
  • LOA Deposit: $10,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $19,600
  • Total Tuition Fee: $35,200
  • Course Duration: 2 years
  • Credentials: Diploma
  • Intake: September
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  • All academic transcripts

  • All academic certificates

  • IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable

  • Student Email ID:

  • Student Contact No:

  • Student Address:

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  • Stamped copy of visa

  • LOI

  • Study permit

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