The Master of Engineering (ME) in Chemical Engineering is designed for students with backgrounds in physics, chemistry, biotech, and engineering who aim for careers in chemical or biochemical processing industries. The program focuses on training individuals to meet the industry's demand for skilled professionals capable of managing and optimizing chemical processes. Successful completion of the program prepares graduates for various roles within the chemical and biochemical processing sectors. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong academic record and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in this specialized field.
The program is designed to train graduates for chemical process engineering positions within the chemical and biochemical processing industries. Graduates will be equipped to address the industry's need for skilled professionals.
Students who have not previously earned a degree from an institution where English was the sole language of instruction must demonstrate English proficiency. This may be fulfilled through specific English language courses as per Graduate Student Course Requirements – English as Second Language (GC2018-02). Courses taken to meet this requirement do not count towards graduation units.
For detailed information on tuition and fees, refer to the UC Davis Tuition and Fees and UC Davis Financial Aid Cost of Attendance websites.
You need a bachelor's degree in chemistry, engineering, or a related STEM field with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Specific prerequisite courses in physics, calculus, and differential equations are required, with physical chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, and programming courses recommended.
Students who have not previously studied in an English-only institution must provide proof of English proficiency via TOEFL or IELTS, or by completing designated English language courses, which do not count towards degree units.
The estimated total course fee for the Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering program is $65,560 for students entering in Summer 2025, with a per-unit cost of $1,490. Course fees are fixed upon enrollment.
The priority review deadline for applications is January 15, 2025. Applications are submitted electronically.
This program prepares graduates for roles such as Chemical Process Engineer and Biochemical Process Engineer within the chemical and biochemical processing industries.