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PhD Chemical Engineering at University of Tennessee, Knoxville

University of Tennessee, Knoxville, United States

Programme overview

Develops in-depth knowledge of chemical engineering fundamentals and the ability to conceive, conduct, direct and communicate original research in a subdiscipline of chemical and biomolecular engineering, for academic or industrial research careers.

Faculty: Tickle College of Engineering  |  Department: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering  |  Duration: 72 graduate credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Knoxville, TN, United States

What you will study

15-credit chemical and biomolecular engineering core, CBE 601 research development course, at least 6 credit hours at the 600 level, technical electives, graduate seminar and a minimum of 24 credit hours of doctoral research and dissertation; includes a qualifying exam, written and oral comprehensive exam, two semesters as teaching assistant and a dissertation defense.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students may apply directly with or without a master's degree.

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.

International graduate applicants on F and J visas: Fall online submission April 15 and file completion May 15; Spring June 15 and October 1; Summer October 15 and February 15. Departmental deadlines may be earlier.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.utk.edu/

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