MSc Process Systems Engineering at TU Dortmund University

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) Process Systems Engineering is a 3-semester master’s programme in the Department of Biochemical and Chemical Engineering at TU Dortmund University, taught in English. Students work with topics such as modelling, simulation and optimisation of process engineering systems; design and control of intelligent processes; data-driven methods, AI and machine learning in process engineering.

Faculty: Department of Biochemical and Chemical Engineering  |  Department: Biochemical and Chemical Engineering  |  Duration: 3 semesters (1.5 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Topics include modelling, simulation and optimisation of process engineering systems; design and control of intelligent processes; data-driven methods, AI and machine learning in process engineering; process integration, intensification and sustainable production concepts; interdisciplinary project work in international teams. Modules build on one another following a recommended study plan per semester, with module descriptions in the published module manual.

Career pathways

Graduates work, for example, in the chemical and petrochemical industry; in the energy and utilities sector; in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry; in plant engineering and engineering service companies; in consulting and technology companies (e.g., digitalization, sustainability). Typical roles include process engineer; process systems engineer for modelling, simulation, optimization, and control.

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