MSc Sustainable Engineering: Chemical Processing at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A pathway of the Sustainable Engineering programme combining advanced chemical and process engineering with training in sustainability. Cross-disciplinary with industry input and meets accreditation requirements of the Institution of Chemical Engineers.

What you will study

Eight taught classes: four in chemical and process engineering, two in sustainability/environmental engineering and two in multidisciplinary skills. A group project with students from other Sustainable Engineering pathways solves real industry problems, and an individual research project is submitted as a thesis.

Career pathways

There is growing demand for graduates who can develop and apply advanced process technologies in the chemical and process industries; some students may be eligible to apply for PhD places in the department and across the Engineering faculty.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in chemical engineering or a related subject.. Entry may be possible with other qualifications provided there is evidence of relevant experience and of the capacity for postgraduate study. International applicants: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 (University of Strathclyde standard postgraduate requirement); other recognised English tests are accepted. International applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2026/27). Home fee status, Scotland and England, Wales and Northern Ireland, same fee. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September and January

Duration: 12 months full-time

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