Program Overview

Master of Science in Chemical and Materials Engineering

The Master of Science in Chemical and Materials Engineering is a 2-year program that provides students with a broad common core covering different fields of chemical and materials engineering. The program is characterized by a strong focus on research and development, design and management of production lines, and marketing.

Programme Objectives

The program objectives are to provide students with a high-level and multidisciplinary training in chemical and materials engineering, ensuring that they become proficient in the fields of fluids mechanics, transport phenomena, molecular engineering, and synthesis and characterization of materials and chemical compounds.

Teaching Team and Methods

The training consists of ex-cathedra lectures, exercises, and laboratory practicals, as well as personal assignments. A research project enables students to use the acquired skills and make the link between different subjects seen in class.

International and Openness

The program offers an international environment, with the master's degree taught in English, making it accessible to international students. Students have the opportunity to enroll in an Erasmus exchange program, a Double Degree, and an internship abroad.

Programme's Added Value

The program provides a multi-skill training, preparing students to work in research environments or industries. It offers a first professional experience through a long-term internship and provides access to state-of-the-art research and integration into laboratories and industrial projects.

Access Conditions

The access conditions to the Master's degree meet the requirements of Article 111 of the Decree of 07/11/2013. The conditions are divided into four categories:

• A. Full admission rights granted to holders of a degree obtained in the French-speaking Community of Belgium.
• B. Admission granted to the holder of a degree obtained abroad, recognized as equivalent to degrees mentioned previously.
• C. Admission granted following submission of a dossier and decision by the jury.
• D. Accreditation of prior experience.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements include:

• A degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, chemistry, materials science).
• A minimum number of credits in specific subjects (e.g., mathematics, physics, chemistry).
• Language proficiency in English (the program is taught in English).
• Other requirements may apply, such as a motivation letter, CV, or letters of recommendation.

Programme Structure

The program structure consists of:

• A common core (56 ECTS) covering different fields of chemical and materials engineering.
• Two options (30 ECTS):
  • Process Technology.
  • Materials Science.
• An internship and/or optional learning units (at least 10 ECTS).
• A master's thesis dissertation (24 ECTS).

Courses

The courses include:

• Parameter estimation and modeling.
• Organic chemistry: reactions and mechanisms.
• Molecular structural characterization and analysis.
• Microstructural design and characterization of inorganic materials.
• Electrochemistry.
• Polymer materials.
• Unit operations.
• Surface treatment: processing and analysis.
• Environmental technology.
• Biotechnology: from biomolecules to biofabrication.
• Master thesis in chemical and materials engineering.
• Reliability and risk analysis of industrial installations.

What's Next?

Prospects

Chemical and materials engineers work in various sectors, including:

• Chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
• Food industries.
• Materials production.
• Engineering or consultancy firms.
• Research centers.
• Public service.
• NGO.

They are responsible for bringing to market chemical and pharmaceutical compounds, foods, and materials that meet increasingly demanding specifications. Their know-how is exploited at all stages of product development, including research and development, design and management of production lines, and marketing.