Master of Science in Chemical Engineering
300 ECTS credits
Study programme
As a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, you will use your knowledge of chemistry and chemical engineering processes to develop new materials or to develop new sustainable production methods adapted to people and the environment. The combination of chemistry, technology and mathematics will give you the knowledge needed for designing a process from molecule to the full-scale production unit. As a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering you will be able to contribute to creating a sustainable society, for instance by working with development of production processes based on renewable resources. Knowledge of chemical engineering is vital for several global industries, for instance production of forest-based, renewable, biodegradable and recyclable materials that can replace fossil based plastics.
Education level:
Basic level
Prerequisites
General entry requirements plus Mathematics 4/E, Physics 2 and Chemistry 1 or Mathematics Further level 2, Physics level 2 and Chemistry level 1
While studying
Education
You will get a broad knowledge of chemistry and chemical engineering during the first three years of the education. Introductory courses of mathematics and science during the first year will prepare you for the more applied courses of chemical engineering during the second and third study years. During the education you will learn how to master a range of engineering tools for setting up and solving problems in chemistry and chemical engineering. Fundamentals will be taught and later applied in industrial or research-oriented projects where co-operation and communication within the project group are important elements. The final two years of the education will bring you close to the research groups and you can for instance choose to study different products from biomass, such as paper, biomaterials or bioenergy.Semester 8 comprises free electrive courses in natural sciences and energineering, 30 credits. Semester 8 is also recommended for studies abroad.
The majority of teachers are active researchers working in projects with industrial partners. There are good opportunities to take courses for one semester or write you final thesis abroad.
Form of Instruction
Instruction is given in the form of lectures, classes, practices, laboratory work, and as project work under supervision.Examination
Examination generally takes place at the end of each course, module, or unit. There are no set examination periods, and generally no final exam at the end of a semester, an academic year, or a complete study programme.Study Abroad
The University has collaboration in several ways (education and research) with a number of universities around the world. It is recommended for the student to spend some of the time during the education at a university abroad. If you want to take courses abroad, semester 8 is the most suitable, since this semester have many optional courses. Another possibility involves thesis work abroad. Contacts can be mediated by teaching staff, study counsellors, and the office of International studies at Karlstad University.Professional Contact
Chemical Engineering has a designated network called BEST where the companies Billerud, Rottneros och Stora Enso are active partners, as well as Paper Province. During the education, industrial contacts will be a recurring theme, for instance in the form of study visits, guest lectures and projects with high industrial relevance.Course of study
| Semester 1 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Foundation course in Mathematics (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Calculus and Geometry (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Chemical Engineering (Obligatory) | 15 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 2 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Chemical Calculations (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Applied Thermodynamics (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Mechanics with applications 1 (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Course according to profile (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 3 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Material and Environment (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Introductory Chemistry (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Organic Chemistry (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Fluid mechanics (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 4 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Linear Algebra (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Calculus in several variables (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Course according to profile (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Physical Chemistry B (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30*
| Semester 5 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Heat and Mass Transfer (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Biochemistry (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Stochastic Methods (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Programming Techniques (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 6 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Solid Mechanics for Engineering Science I for Master students in engineering science (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Separation Processes (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Chemical reaction engineering (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Analytical Chemistry (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 7 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Pulp and Paper Technology (Obligatory) | 15 |
| Forest bioeconomy - processes, energy and products (Obligatory) | 15 |
| Forest bioeconomy - processes, energy and products (Obligatory) | 15 |
Total ECTS credits:
30*
| Semester 8 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Green Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (Elective) | 7.5 |
| Physical Chemistry of Macromolecules D (Elective) | 15 |
| Organic Chemistry B (Elective) | 7.5 |
| Applied CFD in Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer (Elective) | 7.5 |
| Scientific writing and theory in chemistry and chemical engineering (Elective) | 7.5 |
| Surfaces, Interfaces and Colloids D (Elective) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30*
| Semester 9 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Bio-based materials and products (Obligatory) | 15 |
| Pulp and Paper Technology II (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Course according to profile (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 10 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Degree Project (Obligatory) | 30 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
*Full-time study always equals 30 ECTS credits per semester (20 weeks).
Program evaluations
Start semester Autumn 2020
Start semester Autumn 2019
Start semester Spring 2019
Start semester Autumn 2018
Start semester Autumn 2017
Future prospects
Employment Market
There is a shortage of engineers in general and especially within chemistry and chemical engineering, this means that there will be a lot of relevant and interesting job offers directly after graduation. With a good knowledge of chemistry and its technical applications in design of processes and systems you have a competence that is attractive on the job market. As a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering you can work as a technical specialist, as a generalist or aim at a position involving management and supervision. It is likely that you will switch between different roles and tasks during you working career, for instance within development, production or marketing.Degree
Master of Science in Chemical EngineeringFurther Studies
Upon completion of the programme, you may continue with doctoral studies in, for instance, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry. You will need to meet the prerequisites for doctoral studies of the subject chosen.Tuition fees
- Total fee: 750,000 SEK
- Per semester / First payment: 75,000 SEK
You do not have to pay tuition fees if you are an exchange student or a citizen of a country within the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland.