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ScM Chemical Engineering at Brown University

Brown University, United States

Programme overview

One- or two-year master of science in chemical engineering taking a molecular approach to problem-solving, from renewable energy technologies and cleaner industrial processes to nanodevices for medical diagnostics.

Faculty: School of Engineering  |  Duration: 1-2 years; 8 courses (8 credits)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall and Spring  |  Location: Providence, RI, United States

What you will study

Interdisciplinary curriculum in engineering fundamentals, science, mathematics and the liberal arts. Areas of study may include catalyst design, reaction engineering, nanoscience, electrochemistry, renewable energy technology, biotechnology, transport processes and carbon-based materials. Non-thesis option: eight courses completed in three semesters. Thesis option: eight courses including independent reading and research, completed in four semesters.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Transcripts required. GRE general: recommended; GRE Subject not required. Three letters of recommendation (two for fifth-year master's), 1000-1500 word personal statement and resume/CV required. TOEFL/IELTS for international applicants whose native language is not English unless exempt.

Intake: Fall and Spring

Duration: 1-2 years; 8 courses (8 credits)

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