Chemical Engineering
Postgraduate major
Learn about technological advances in automation, and data management in the chemical process industry.
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This course belongs to multiple degrees. Select the single degree or double degree below to see the application deadlines.
Outline
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Access to leadership programs, specialist facilities and industry placements give you a competitive edge in the job market.
Work experience
Gain at least 12 weeks of exposure to professional practice.
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The course is not suitable for graduates of a four-year undergraduate degree, with Engineers Australia accreditation in the same discipline. Those holding an EA accredited qualification and seeking a masters level qualification in the same discipline are encouraged to consider applying for entry to the Master of Philosophy or Master of Engineering Management.
Applicants seeking entry who do not hold a four year Engineering degree are required to first complete the one-year Graduate Diploma in Professional Engineering.
This major provides you with extensive theoretical, laboratory, design and research experience. You will learn about technological advances in automation and control, and management of big data in resources, energy and chemical process industries. Environmental sustainability is also a focus.
During the course, you will gain at least 12 weeks of exposure to engineering professional practice and keep a formal log book to record your experience. In your final year, you will complete a major research project that will draw upon and integrate the knowledge and skills you attained through the course.
Most research projects are based on the supervisor’s research area, but some are industry projects, usually as a follow-up from your engineering vacation work.
Some projects may be selected for publication in academic journals or conference proceedings.
This major sits within the Master of Professional Engineering degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Master of Professional Engineering.
Career information
Jobs
- Chemical engineer
- Process engineer
- Metallurgist
- Process safety engineer
- Production manager
Industries
- Oil & gas
- Mining & metallurgy
- Manufacturing and processing
- Pharmaceutical, pulp, paper
- Professional, scientific and technical services
What you'll learn
- Refer to Master of Professional Engineering for Course Learning Outcomes
Advanced standing
At Curtin, we understand that everyone’s study journey has been different.
You may have already studied some of the units (subjects) listed in your Curtin course, or you may have work experience that matches the degree requirements.
If this applies to you, you can apply for credit for recognised learning (CRL), which means your previous study is recognised and matched against a similar unit in your intended Curtin course.
A successful CRL application exempts you from having to complete certain units within your course and means you could finish your degree in a shorter amount of time.
CRL is also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing and credit transfer.
Use the CRL search to find out how much CRL you qualify for, or contact us at:
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Curtin Connect: 1300 222 888
Fees & charges
Please view the Master of Professional Engineering degree for indicative fees.
How to apply
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