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PhD Chemical Engineering at University of Maine

University of Maine, United States

Programme overview

The Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering offers doctoral study preparing students for research or education careers, with research in areas such as pulping and bleaching, rheology, advanced materials, nanotechnology and heterogeneous catalysis. The programme has industry sponsors, including a consortium that reviews student research.

Faculty: Maine College of Engineering and Computing  |  Department: Chemical and Biomedical Engineering  |  Duration: 45+ semester hours beyond the BS  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Orono, ME, United States

What you will study

At least 45 semester hours beyond the BS: four seminars, at least 24 credits of graduate term courses and a research thesis; up to 30 course credits from a recognized MS may transfer. Students pass a qualifying exam on chemical engineering fundamentals and defend a thesis proposal. Core courses are CHE 510, 540, 561 and 580.

Career pathways

Aimed at research or education careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Candidates must pass a qualifying exam on chemical engineering fundamentals and defend a thesis proposal. Apply at least five months before the start date; fall applications are due January 1.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 45+ semester hours beyond the BS

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