MSc Advanced Chemical & Process Engineering (distance learning)
Program Overview
The MSc Process Technology & Management program is designed for individuals with backgrounds in science or engineering working in chemical and process industries. It provides a strong foundation in process design, management, and sustainability, preparing graduates for leadership roles in engineering management, engineering, and new industry sectors. The program features a work-based project in the final year, online tutorials, webinars, and access to on-campus lectures, and is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
Program Outline
Outline:
- Year 1
- Semester 1
- Process Design Principles
- Process Analysis in Chemical Engineering
- Semester 2
- Advanced Process Design
- Project Management
- IT Systems & Strategy
- Business & Technology Strategy
- Year 2
- Semester 1
- Safety Management Practices
- Programming & Optimisation
- Petroleum Engineering
- Molecular Simulation in Chemical Engineering
- Electrochemical Energy Devices
- Clean Combustion Technologies
- Molecular & Interfacial Science
- Semester 2
- Ethics, Sustainability & Environmental Engineering
- Project Management
- Business & Technology Strategy
- IT Systems & Strategy
- Year 3
- Individual Project
Assessment:
- Class-based assessment
- Individual projects
- Exams
Teaching:
- Online tutorials
- Webinars
- Forums
- Telephone
- Classes taught by academic staff, external consultants, and industry specialists
- Access to full-time lectures and tutorials on campus
Careers:
- Engineering management
- Engineer
- New industry
Other:
- Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
- Designed for graduates of related science and engineering disciplines who are working in chemical and process industries
- Work-based project in final year gives payback to employer and demonstrates real-world applicability of learning
- May choose to exit the course with a postgraduate diploma after two years, or postgraduate certificate at the end of the first year
- May transfer between MSc Process Technology & Management and MSc Chemical Technology & Management, provided that you do so before the end of the first semester
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
Normally at least a second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in chemical engineering or relevant engineering, technology or science discipline. Other qualifications may be considered if they meet the same standard. Students must currently be working in a relevant role that will allow completion of the work-based project.