MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Become a leader in sustainable chemical engineering with this full-time master’s degree in Advanced Chemical Engineering. You’ll gain real-world insights working on actual industrial issues and will be equipped with the specialist skills needed to design sustainable technologies and processes. As a chemical engineering graduate, you'll have excellent job prospects in sectors such as energy, pharmaceuticals and biochemicals.

What you will study

Your studies will run for a full 12 months. The first 8 months are devoted to taught modules and the completion of your group design project. You will also take exams during this time.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including manufacturing, scientific and technical, water and waste management, education, public administration, defence, finance. Careers directly related to the course include chemical technician, chemical plant operator, analytical chemist, food engineer, petroleum engineer, pharmaceutical manufacturer, chemical engineer, nuclear engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:2 degree. You'll also need a 2:1 in a core chemical engineering module and a 2:1 in an advanced maths module. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,100 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 36,200 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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