About this program
MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering
Our Advanced Chemical Engineering Masters program focuses on advanced chemical engineering topics that inform the modern process engineering industry. Our three major research areas – formulation engineering, energy, and healthcare technology – guide the program.
We explore concepts and processes that are applicable to multiple sectors, such as food, fuel, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and chemical industries. Our graduates are well prepared for a career in a variety of industries and have an opportunity to capitalise on the growing global demand for chemical engineers.
Our core modules will give you an advanced understanding of advanced chemical engineering principles and concepts relevant to multiple application areas. The wide range of optional modules will allow you to develop expertise in specialist areas. We also offer pathways in bioprocessing, energy, formulation or healthcare technology that allow you to focus on a specific area, giving you a degree with a more specialised title.
The research project (MSc only) will allow you to undertake independent research with world-leading research teams within the school. Our graduates are well prepared for a career in a variety of industries and have an opportunity to capitalise on the growing global demand for chemical engineers in many sectors.
Admission requirements
You should have, or expect to obtain, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with sufficient Mathematics).
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Introductory modules
- Bioscience for Graduates of other disciplines - 10 credits
- Process Engineering Fundamentals - 10 credits
Core modules
- Applied Synthetic Biology - 10 credits
- Measurement, Sensors and Design of Experiments – 20 credits
- Non-ideal materials – 20 credits
- Research Project (MSc only) - 60 credits
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Tuition
Annual tuition fees for 2022/23:
- £ 10,620 (UK students)
- £ 25,740 (International students)
Career paths
Our Careers Network offers a range of events and support services designed to help you maximise your employability: from networking opportunities and career coaching workshops, to our effective-careers-strategy toolkit and one-to-one guidance. We also offer subject specific careers consultants and advisers for each college and a dedicated careers website for international students. Further information is below.
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University of Birmingham
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