MSc / PGDip Advanced Chemical Engineering at University of Birmingham

Help global industries create a healthier and more sustainable future. Our Advanced Chemical Engineering Masters prepares you for a challenging career in modern process engineering. You’ll explore concepts and processes in advanced chemical engineering and can choose from specialist pathways including energy, healthcare tech, formulation and bioprocessing.

Department: Chemical Engineering  |  Duration: 1 year full-time, 2–3 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course comprises of a series of taught core and optional modules plus a 60 credit research project. The core modules are designed to promote development of skills in experimental design, analysis, and scientific writing. Modules include Measurement, Sensors and Design of Experiments, Research Project, Introduction to Advanced Chemical Engineering, Introduction to Biochemical Engineering, Hydrogen Safety, Policy and Markets, Energy Data Analytics and Modelling, Energy Systems Design and Policy.

Career pathways

As a graduate of MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering you'll be well prepared to begin your career in a variety of related industries, ready to capitalise on the growing global demand for chemical engineers worldwide. Our graduates go on to work for employers including Unilever, AstraZeneca, GSK, BP, Arup, Mondelez International and Johnson Matthey.

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