University of Johannesburg Master of Chemical Engineering (Research)
University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg

Master of Chemical Engineering (Research)

Johannesburg, South Africa

Master degree

1 up to

2 years

English

Full time, Part time

Feb 2026

ZAR 40,802 / per year **

On-Campus

* by noon

** fees for the complete programme amount to between R40802,00 and R101910,00. Fees may vary depending on the composition of a particular qualification

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Chemical Engineering (Research) offers an opportunity to engage in in-depth research within the chemical engineering field. This program emphasizes the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students will work alongside experienced faculty, engaging in innovative research projects that contribute to the field.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates of this program can pursue careers in various sectors, including academic research, industrial research and development, and consulting. They may find opportunities in industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, and environmental engineering, applying their expertise to tackle real-world challenges.

The Master of Chemical Engineering is aimed at developing students for both industry and research, such that they deepen their expertise in Chemical Engineering and develop research capacity in high-level methods and techniques of the discipline.

Reasons for studying at UJ

  • UJ offers not only a special program called the First Year Experience to help orientate students throughout the first year but we also offer a Senior Student Experience that gears students toward the workplace!
  • Grab the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports and train alongside Olympians and Paralympians on state-of-the-art pitches, tracks, and fields, or just keep fit by joining one of the gyms on each of our 4 campuses.
  • Be part of a young, vibrant, and agile university that reflects and adapts easily to our country’s aspirations, while maintaining global relevance through numerous international partnerships.
  • 178 Internationally respected and accepted qualifications.
  • Join a university that cares enough to have raised over R300 million since the start of 2016 in order to support the Missing Middle Campaign. UJ also ensures that more than 6 000 needy students have two healthy meals per day.
  • Study in the vibrant City of Gold – the economic hub of South Africa. Join a vibrant, cosmopolitan, progressive group of students and academics on their way to re-imagining the future!
  • UJ offers an amazing on-campus experience whether you live in one of UJ’s residences, belong to a day house, or whether you just want to socialize at the Student Centres on all campuses.
  • We ensure the health, safety, and security of all our students through our own on-campus health services and UJ Protection Services.
  • Did you know that during the first five years of UJ’s existence it doubled its targeted research output and to this day, continues to break records!