Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) (Honours)

Adelaide University

Craft processes that propel industries forward. In almost every facet of our lives, chemical engineers play a crucial role. Their expertise is essential in producing life-saving medications and vaccines ensuring safe and nutritious food and beverages, and creating cruelty-free cosmetics and high-quality textiles. Chemical engineers are also at the forefront of many exciting advances, including the development of biofuels, nanomaterials, personalised medicine and much more. Want a career where you can apply your expertise to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our world. Chemical engineering may be the right fit for you. Discover the formula for a dynamic and interesting career with our Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) (Honours). Learn how we can take raw materials from the world around us and determine how we might turn them into products for daily use. Drawing knowledge and skills from engineering, chemistry, maths and project management, you’ll explore the processes that create the products we rely on – from food, medicines and vaccines, to clean drinking water and alternative energy sources. Electives allow you to dive deeper into the areas that interest you – whether that’s food engineering, pharmaceutical production, wastewater engineering or electrical and electronic systems. Apply your learning in real industry settings by completing up to 12 weeks of professional placement under the supervision of experienced engineers. Determine how results in the lab can be scaled up for commercial production by undertaking a major plant design and research project. Emerge with the knowledge, expertise and qualifications necessary to practice as a chemical engineer.

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