MSc in Chemical Engineering
University of Groningen
Key Information
Campus location
Groningen, Netherlands
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 2,314 / per year **
Application deadline
01 May 2024*
Earliest start date
Sep 2024
* Dutch, EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students
** EU/EEA students: €2,314 | non-EU/EEA students: €20,700
Introduction
How can you increase the sustainability of a chemical process? How can you make useful products from biomass waste?
How can you design a catalyst to convert the greenhouse gas CO2 into a biodegradable polymer? How can you use electricity to generate hydrogen from water? How can you recycle used car tires into a waterproof rubber coating? How can you develop a new polymer that helps oil recovery from underground reservoirs?
These are some of the interesting questions you will be able to answer once you have completed the Master's degree program in Chemical Engineering in Groningen. The two-year program offers a core program and then the choice between four specializations: Advanced Process Technology, Bio-based Products, Industrial Catalysis and Polymeric Products.
Your research project will take place in one of our research groups in the field of Green Chemical Reaction Engineering and Chemical Product Technology. The Green Chemical Reaction Engineering group investigates the development of highly intensified catalytic technology for biomass conversion to biofuels and biobased chemicals. The Chemical Product Technology group performs research for the design of new or improved chemical products. Particular attention is devoted to the development of new catalytic systems and of polymeric products for specific applications. These activities are generally framed in a comprehensive sustainability context.
The unique feature of studying this Master program at the University of Groningen is the combination of a wide range of Chemical Engineering topics with a solid background in Chemistry and a focus on Sustainability, which will allow you to become a modern chemical engineer that is well versed in both Product and Process Technology.
Why study this program in Groningen?
- Chemical Engineers from Groningen are known for their flexibility and all-round skills
- The chemistry field in Groningen has CHE Excellence Label
- Regularly ranked as one of the Best Chemical Engineering Master's degree programs in the Netherlands according to Elsevier
- A lot of graduates make a career at major companies
Curriculum
The two-year program offers four chemical engineering specializations:
- Bio-based Products
- Industrial Catalysis
- Polymeric Products
- Advanced Process Technology
The first three specializations focus on product sectors, whereas Advanced Process Technology focuses on process technology.
An additional track (Catalysis and Green chemistry) is offered in cooperation with the master's program in Chemistry.
The program is split into a core program (95 ECTS, compulsory for every student), a subprogram of 15 ECTS, and 10 ECTS choices. In the core program, you will deal with themes such as catalysis, interfacial engineering, bio-based products, polymer products, and advanced product engineering.
Program options
- Bio-based Products (specialization)
- Advanced Process Technology (specialization)
- Industrial Catalysts (specialization)
- Polymeric Products (specialization)
- HTSM Honours Master (honors program)
Study abroad
- Study abroad is recommended
- For an average of 20 weeks
- Maximum of 60 EC
Exchange: All our science and engineering programs offer study abroad possibilities at a number of partner institutions. Our partners include top-100 universities in Europe (for example in Germany, UK, and Sweden) and in the USA, China, South-East Asia, and South America. Our exchange programs have a typical duration of one semester and count toward your final degree.
Internship: This program offers you the opportunity to carry out an internship at a company in the Netherlands or abroad. Our choice of industry partners ranges from large multinationals (such as Shell, Philips, Unilever) to dynamic small-medium enterprises in the Groningen area. The internship has a typical duration of 3 to 4 months and counts towards your final degree.
Admissions
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Career Opportunities
Chemical engineers from the University of Groningen are known for their flexibility and all-around skills. As a graduate, you can choose to have a career in a company like DSM, Nouryon, or Philips.
Various other companies, locally, nationally, and internationally, are also keen to recruit chemical engineers from Groningen. Job possibilities in the region are expanding rapidly. Groningen is developing a new industry and there is a high demand for well-trained new staff. You can also decide to develop your knowledge further by doing a Ph.D. at a University.
Job examples
- Work for consulting and engineering firms
- Work for multinationals like Philips, Nouryon, DSM, and Sabic
- Work for a small or medium company in the region
- Ph.D. research position