Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
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Overview
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
Develop your existing knowledge of chemical and process engineering to the level required for professional accreditation.
Graduates of the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering will have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of both chemical engineering and process engineering, and be qualified to join the Institution of Professional Engineers of New Zealand and the Institute of Chemical Engineers (UK).
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
- Solve complex engineering problems across chemical and process engineering, bioprocess engineering, sustainable energy engineering, and environmental engineering.
- Design and carry out experiments.
- Complete a range of lab reports, essays, presentations, case studies, debates, field trips, tests, assignments and examinations.
- Undertake research and/or project work that includes the application of research methods and experimental design.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
- Solve complex engineering problems across chemical and process engineering, bioprocess engineering, sustainable energy engineering, and environmental engineering.
- Design and carry out experiments.
- Complete a range of lab reports, essays, presentations, case studies, debates, field trips, tests, assignments and examinations.
- Undertake research and/or project work that includes the application of research methods and experimental design.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
To gain entry into the MCAPEng you must hold a bachelor’s degree in Applied Technology, Science or Engineering including specific content relevant to chemical and process engineering. A minimum B grade average is required.
Students with a Bachelor of Science or equivalent will be required to complete the Graduate Certificate in Chemical and Process Engineering to enter the master’s programme.
If you choose to complete a minor in the MCAPEng, you must also have previously completed these prerequisite courses:
- ENGR407 Upstream Bioprocess Engineering and ENCH281 Principles of Biology for Engineers (for the minor in Bioprocess Engineering)
- ENGR404 Emerging Energy Technologies and Management and ENCH392 Thermodynamics and Chemical Reaction Engineering (for the minor in Sustainable Energy Engineering)
- ENGR407 Upstream Bioprocess Engineering and ENCH390 Process Engineering Design 1 (for the minor in Environmental Process Engineering).
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
To gain entry into the MCAPEng you must hold a bachelor’s degree in Applied Technology, Science or Engineering including specific content relevant to chemical and process engineering. A minimum B grade average is required.
Students with a Bachelor of Science or equivalent will be required to complete the Graduate Certificate in Chemical and Process Engineering to enter the master’s programme.
If you choose to complete a minor in the MCAPEng, you must also have previously completed these prerequisite courses:
- ENGR407 Upstream Bioprocess Engineering and ENCH281 Principles of Biology for Engineers (for the minor in Bioprocess Engineering)
- ENGR404 Emerging Energy Technologies and Management and ENCH392 Thermodynamics and Chemical Reaction Engineering (for the minor in Sustainable Energy Engineering)
- ENGR407 Upstream Bioprocess Engineering and ENCH390 Process Engineering Design 1 (for the minor in Environmental Process Engineering).
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
The Master of Chemical and Process Engineering is made up of 180 points including six compulsory courses and 15 points from five elective courses.
Courses are taught on campus.
This degree may be completed in a minimum of 18 months full-time study, or up to three years part-time.
You may also choose to do a minor in one of three subjects:
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
The Master of Chemical and Process Engineering is made up of 180 points including six compulsory courses and 15 points from five elective courses.
Courses are taught on campus.
This degree may be completed in a minimum of 18 months full-time study, or up to three years part-time.
You may also choose to do a minor in one of three subjects:
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
Compulsory courses
Complete all of the following:
- ENCH497 - Process Management
- ENCH496 - Advanced Separations
- ENCH490 - Process Engineering Design III
- ENCH689 - Chemical Engineering Research Practice
- ENGR200 - Engineering Work Experience
- ENCH688 - Chemical Engineering Research Principles
Minor subjects
You may choose to complete your Master’s in one of the minor subjects below or complete the degree without a minor.
If you are not pursuing a minor you will need to complete at least 15 points chosen from these elective courses or from other approved 400 or 600-level courses.
To complete the degree with a minor, you will need to complete the following:
- A process design project or a research project related to the chosen minor in ENCH490 or ENCH689, respectively; and
Minor in Bioprocess Engineering
Minor in Sustainable Energy Engineering
Minor in Environmental Process Engineering
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
Compulsory courses
Complete all of the following:
- ENCH497 - Process Management
- ENCH496 - Advanced Separations
- ENCH490 - Process Engineering Design III
- ENCH689 - Chemical Engineering Research Practice
- ENGR200 - Engineering Work Experience
- ENCH688 - Chemical Engineering Research Principles
Minor subjects
You may choose to complete your Master’s in one of the minor subjects below or complete the degree without a minor.
If you are not pursuing a minor you will need to complete at least 15 points chosen from these elective courses or from other approved 400 or 600-level courses.
To complete the degree with a minor, you will need to complete the following:
- A process design project or a research project related to the chosen minor in ENCH490 or ENCH689, respectively; and
Minor in Bioprocess Engineering
Minor in Sustainable Energy Engineering
Minor in Environmental Process Engineering
Domestic students
Tuition fee estimate to be confirmed
International students
2027 Special Programme Fee: $60,300 (180 points)
2028 Special Programme Fee: $63,300 (180 points)
Domestic students
Tuition fee estimate to be confirmed
International students
2027 Special Programme Fee: $60,300 (180 points)
2028 Special Programme Fee: $63,300 (180 points)
You may go on to Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) studies after completion of this degree.
You may go on to Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) studies after completion of this degree.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
Graduates of the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering will be prepared for employment as professional engineers specialising in chemical and process engineering.
Graduates will also be equipped for further specialised study and research in the field of chemical and process engineering.
Master of Chemical and Process Engineering
Graduates of the Master of Chemical and Process Engineering will be prepared for employment as professional engineers specialising in chemical and process engineering.
Graduates will also be equipped for further specialised study and research in the field of chemical and process engineering.
