Build an in-depth understanding of modern analytical instrumentation while gaining practical skills to operate them with confidence. Study at one of Canada’s most research-intensive universities, learning from expert faculty and training in the renowned Water Quality Centre, preparing you to work with sophisticated instruments used in commercial, government, academic and research laboratories across Canada and around the world.
- Develop hands-on skills operating, maintaining and troubleshooting modern mass spectrometric and chromatographic instruments.
- Build expertise in good laboratory practice and introductory instrument service and maintenance procedures.
- Designed for practicing professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of and experience with theoretical foundations of modern instrumentation developments.
World Class Facilities
Water Quality Centre
Access Trent’s renowned Water Quality Centre, a state-of-the-art research centre with an outstanding array of instrumentation relevant to diverse application areas, including biochemistry and biotechnology, chemical and pharmaceutical production, and materials production and characterization.
As the only program of its kind in North America, the Instrumental Chemical Analysis graduate diploma combines advanced theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on training using sophisticated analytical instrumentation found in government, industry, commercial and academic laboratories.
Program Types
Eligibility Requirements
- B.Sc. honours degree (a four-year undergraduate bachelor's degree) in a relevant science, including biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics or health science
- Minimum B+ (77%) or equivalent in the last two years of full-time study, or last ten full academic credits
Eligibility Requirements
- B.Sc. honours degree (a four-year undergraduate bachelor's degree) in a relevant science, including biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics or health science
- Minimum B+ (77%) or equivalent in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years (last ten full credits)
- Proof of English Proficiency: All international applicants must provide proof of an adequate level of English proficiency regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. Please visit our International Applicant Resource page for details on English Language Proficiency requirements.
- A GRE test score is not required for admission into this program
All applicants, domestic and international, must submit the following documents to complete their application:
- Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- 2 letters of reference: Academic references are preferred; however, professional references will be accepted. Reference forms will be emailed to the referees that you have appointed on OUAC
- Plan of Study/Personal Statement: 1-2 pages outlining your objectives in a graduate program. Any specific research interests, relevant experiences, and/or career aspirations can be included
- Detailed Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of Citizenship (i.e. copy of passport or birth certificate)
For more information on submitting transcripts, re-sending reference links and other application questions, please visit our How to Apply page and review Step 4, as well as review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
It is expected that graduate students in these programs, will have funds to support themselves for the duration of their studies. Professional programs do not offer funding as part of the letter of offer.
Explore Financial Aid at Trent for information about provincial loan programs for domestic students, as well as bursary opportunities for both domestic and international students.
Trent has clear pathways for graduate students to apply and be admitted to study for their master's or doctorate at either of our campuses. Please review admission requirements for your program before applying.
As an analytical chemist, Dr. Shafiee teaches a wide range of courses, including introductory and analytical chemistry, chromatography, sample preparation, and mass spectrometry. His research focuses on Materials Chemistry, particularly on developing advanced synthesis methods to control surface characteristics and enhance their activity in catalytic and sustainable applications. This includes exploring surface functionalization, studying the role of nanomaterials in reactions, and designing hybrid materials with tailored properties.
Dr. Newman’s research focuses on the development of novel analytical methods and improved methodologies in ICP-MS. Recent projects include the development of single particle-(sp)ICP-MS methods for the characterization and quantification of nanoparticles and microplastics at environmentally relevant concentrations, Sr isotope analysis of teeth to investigate the identification of crew members of the 1845 Franklin expedition and the measurement of Hg isotope ratios in environmental samples.
This intensive, eight-month graduate diploma combines coursework with extensive laboratory training, building a sound understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of modern mass spectrometric and chromatographic instruments.