Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice, MSc

Program Overview

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Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice, MSc

The MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice covers the latest developments in chemical engineering and offers the chance to gain industry experience for strong career opportunities.

Overview

This two-year master's course in Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice centres upon our research expertise at Medway Campus. In this rapidly evolving field of chemical engineering, we focus on current developments and future trends in fields including energy, food, water, and health. You'll gain a critical understanding and application of complex engineering concepts as well as the ability to develop innovative approaches to problem-solving.

Course Content

Year 1

• Advanced Processing Methods and Optimisation (15 credits)
• Biochemical Engineering (15 credits)
• Mixing and Multiphase Flow (15 credits)
• Advanced Separation Processes (15 credits)
• Individual Research Project (60 credits)
• Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)
• Advanced Product and Process Design (15 credits)

Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options:

• Trends in Formulation Engineering (15 credits)
• Food Engineering (15 credits)
• Nanotechnology for Chemical Engineers (15 credits)
• Desalination and Water Reuse (15 credits)
• Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)

Year 2

• Individual Research Project (continued)
• Industrial Practice (60 credits)

Entry Requirements

UK Citizens and Permanent Residents

• An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Chemical Engineering.
• Applicants without a degree that have professional incorporated and vocational experience (e.g. incorporated engineer status) and demonstrate the potential to succeed on the course.

International Entry Requirements

• The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
• For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

Fees and Funding

Fees Information

• Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
• Home | £16,550 | N/A | N/A
• International | £21,000 | N/A | N/A

Accommodation Costs

• Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences.

Scholarships and Bursaries

• We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
• The Greenwich Bursary: This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
• EU Bursary: Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.

Careers and Placements

Will I Have a Work Placement?

• The industrial placement is an opportunity to put into practice the knowledge and experience you gain during your first year on the programme.
• You will engage with current industrial systems, processes, and practices, which contribute to your professional development in the engineering sector.

How Long is My Placement?

• An industrial practice placement should typically last 11 months, with a maximum of 48 weeks, and a minimum of 35 weeks (only if required by the student placement search process).

Mentors

• A workplace mentor supports you during your placement, helping you to set objectives and goals, and ensuring you receive appropriate training.
• You will also be allocated an academic mentor who monitors your written work.

What Sort of Careers Do Graduates Pursue?

• Space exists within the postgraduate marketplace in a broad range of Chemical Engineering sectors for competent, intellectually active and forward thinking graduates capable of understanding and supporting businesses to adapt and stay ahead of the curve.

Support and Advice

Academic Skills and Study Support

• The course leader has the overall responsibility for your course and will be your first point of contact.
• We also allocate you a personal tutor, who you meet soon after you join the department.

Support from the Department

• We help new students over the first few weeks with our faculty and department induction.
• This covers the first week of term 1 (September) and term 2 (January).

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice is a two-year master's program designed to equip students with the latest developments in chemical engineering and provide them with valuable industry experience. The program focuses on current developments and future trends in fields like energy, food, water, and health. The program is specifically designed for the international market.

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Objectives:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of advanced chemical engineering concepts and their applications.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex engineering challenges.
• Acquire practical experience through an industrial placement, enhancing professional development and building skills for engineering careers.
• Gain exposure to current and future trends in chemical engineering, particularly in areas like energy, food, water, and health.
• Strengthen professional development and build the skills and experience for professional engineering careers.

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Outline:

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Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Advanced Processing Methods and Optimisation (15 credits)
• Biochemical Engineering (15 credits)
• Mixing and Multiphase Flow (15 credits)
• Advanced Separation Processes (15 credits)
• Individual Research Project (60 credits)
• Research, Planning and Communication (15 credits)
• Advanced Product and Process Design (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• Trends in Formulation Engineering (15 credits)
• Food Engineering (15 credits)
• Nanotechnology for Chemical Engineers (15 credits)
• Desalination and Water Reuse (15 credits)
• Water and Wastewater Engineering (15 credits)

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Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Industrial Practice (60 credits)
• Individual Research Project (continued)

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Course Schedule:

• Duration: 2 years sandwich
• Start Month: September; January
• Location: Medway Campus

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Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Classroom presentations, discussions, and case studies
• Critical reviews of new research areas
• Examinations

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Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Lectures
• Interactive paper-led discussions and exercises
• Practical elements covering paper-based, computer-based, and hands-on building type challenges
• Faculty:
• Core lectures are delivered by specialists in their respective fields from the School of Engineering.
• Guest speakers from industry and renowned researchers provide additional perspectives and updates on international standards.
• Unique Approaches:
• The program is informed by research, ensuring that theory is accompanied by practical elements.
• Class sizes are typically limited to 20 students in lab sessions and 40 in lectures, fostering a close learning environment.

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Graduates are well-prepared for highly technical and managerial careers in a broad range of Chemical Engineering sectors.
• The program equips students with the skills to meet current and near-future business needs.
• Opportunities:
• The industrial placement provides valuable experience and connections within the engineering sector.
• The program emphasizes professional development, enhancing employability.
• Outcomes:
• Graduates are expected to demonstrate excellent performance in their placement work, reassuring employers of their high academic standard.

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Other:

• The program is taught at the Medway Campus in Kent.
• Students gain vital experience in real-world situations and assess how theory aligns with industry best practice.
• Students work and communicate with a variety of people at different levels of management.
• The program has limited availability and numbers are capped.
Early application is recommended.
• The university and placement partner provide continuous guidance with CVs, online profiles, and interview techniques throughout the placement search.

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Home

• Full time: £16,550

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International

• Full time: £21,000