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Carnegie Mellon University - College of Engineering Master of Science in Chemical Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University - College of Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University - College of Engineering

Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

Pittsburgh, USA

MSc

English

Sep 2026

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering focuses on advanced chemical processes and techniques. This program equips students with a strong foundation in chemical engineering principles, analysis, and application. The course spans two years and includes both theoretical and practical components, allowing students to engage in hands-on experiences in laboratories and research projects.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can explore various career paths in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, energy, and materials science. Potential roles include chemical engineer, process engineer, and research scientist, offering opportunities to innovate and develop sustainable solutions in the industry.

Our graduate programs in Chemical Engineering take advantage of the cutting-edge research and technology at Carnegie Mellon through project work and graduate-level courses. Whether you’re looking for your Master of Science in Chemical Engineering or Colloids, Polymers, and Surfaces, or your Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, our curriculum provides students with skills and technical depth relevant for a variety of careers.

Graduates of our master’s programs excel at numerical methods for solving engineering problems, computational fluid mechanics and transport, process simulation, and optimization. Students pursuing their Ph.D. become independent researchers equipped to apply chemical engineering principles, as well as advanced analytical and experimental techniques to the solution of open ended problems in academia, industry, and governmental research careers.