Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional) (MChemEng(Prof))
Information valid for students commencing 2024
Duration
2 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2024)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5742
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Duration
2 Years full-time
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2024)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5742
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- a 4-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline (see below), or
- a 4-year bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) which includes all of the relevant discipline content (see below), or
- to have successfully completed 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution, with a formal pathway to the Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
CRICOS Code: 108878D
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Why study the Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional)?
The Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional) is designed to advance chemical engineers towards more senior, leadership roles in scoping and tackling the complex, interdisciplinary challenges associated with design and optimisation of industrial scale processing of raw materials into commercial products. All students complete a two-semester research project or industry placement as part of this program.
What you can study
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
- a 4-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline (see below), or
- a 4-year bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) which includes all of the relevant discipline content (see below), or
- to have successfully completed 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution, with a formal pathway to the Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 108878D
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional)
Careers
Consulting engineering firms Multinational engineering organisations Small and medium-sized enterprises Educational institutions Government and regulatory institutions Research and testing laboratories
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Engineers Australia
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- ENGINEERSAUSTRALIA
Program rules for the Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional)
To complete the Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional)
To graduate with a Master of Chemical Engineering (Professional) a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
