University of Rhode Island
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering
South Kingstown, USA
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LANGUAGES
English
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering program focuses on advanced research in chemical engineering principles. Students will engage in rigorous coursework and will conduct original research, contributing to innovations in the field. The program aims to deepen knowledge in areas such as thermodynamics, reaction engineering, and process design while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue careers in academia, industry, or research organizations. Potential roles include research scientist, process engineer, and university professor. In industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, and materials, there's a strong demand for expertise in chemical engineering.
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Introduction
The Ph.D. program is research-focused. It provides an opportunity to deepen your chemical engineering knowledge through pursuing a research project chosen from within a broad range of specializations. Coursework can draw from many disciplines.
Specializations:
- Biochemical Engineering
- Bionanotechnology
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Pharmaceutical Engineering
- Polymer Engineering
- Process Simulation
- Surface, Interfacial & Colloidal Phenomena