Chemical and Process Engineering

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  • University/Institute Name University of Canterbury
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Unspecified Unspecified

Position Details (Master's)

This Chemical and Process Engineering program atUniversity of Canterburyprovides you with the opportunity to advance your knowledge and carry out original research in an area that interests you.

Resources that are available to students in the Chemical and Process Engineering program at University of Canterbury include access to highly skilled, experienced technicians, well-equipped workshops, dedicated computer suites, and the support of academics.

What will my study involve?

Some of the areas currently being researched in Chemical and Process Engineering are:

  • Catalysis and Reaction Engineering
  • Bioprocessing
  • Renewable Energy and Fuels
  • Batteries and Hydrogen technology
  • New materials
  • Gas separation technology
  • Environmental engineering
  • Industrial Processes
  • Simulation, Control, and Computer Modelling.

Careers

Chemical and Process Engineers have many career options including working in renewable energy, medicine, biotechnology, oil and gas processing, food technology, and materials science. A master’s degree in Chemical and Process Engineering from UC typically means that you have conducted research and thus have specialised in one or more areas related to chemical engineering.

In general, this provides graduates with a range of skills (in addition to the specialised research expertise) which are highly valued by employers, including time management, data analysis, and report writing. Many of our ME graduates go on to do further postgraduate study at the PhD level.

Courses include:

  • Bioprocess Engineering
  • Advanced Energy Processing Technologies and Systems
  • Advanced Modelling and Simulation
  • Special Topic in Chemical and Process Engineering
  • Process Engineering Design
  • Research Project
  • Advanced Separations

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

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