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Chemical Engineering

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  • University/Institute Name University of Tennessee, Knoxville
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position DurationSee Position Description
  • Position Funding Type Graduate Assistantship (RA or TA) or PhD Scholarship
  • Application deadlineOct 2025
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Position Details (PhD Program)

This Chemical Engineering program at University of Tennessee Knoxville provides in-depth education in chemical engineering fundamentals and develops the ability to conceive, conduct, direct, and communicate original research related to a specialized subdiscipline of chemical and biomolecular engineering. 

A PhD Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering degree at University of Tennessee Knoxville University of Tennessee Knoxville is appropriate for individuals seeking a career in basic or applied industrial, academic research or related areas.

Features 

  • A total of 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree are required for the PhD degree. These consist of course work, research, and dissertation (CBE 600) credit hours. 
  • The PhD is, first and foremost, a research degree, and emphasis is accordingly placed on completion of a high quality research thesis. In most cases, research suitable for publication in peer-reviewed technical journals is expected.

Curriculum: 

  • Advanced Engineering Mathematics
  • Advanced Biomolecular Engineering
  • Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
  • Advanced Transport Phenomena
  • Advanced Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Kinetics and Reactor Design

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