Students who have undertaken the Chemical Systems major will be able to rigorously integrate fundamental science in chemical engineering to provide accurate information and optimum solutions to practical problems involving basic chemical processing systems. More specifically, core skills and knowledge that will be developed include: fundamental scientific comprehension that will lead to accurate computer modelling of process systems, analytical and abstract thinking, problem-solving and design skills, ability to carry out laboratory experiments to eliminate or confirm possible solutions to complex problems. In all levels of this major, we will ensure the development of excellent communication skills that will enable our graduates to deliver complex scientific information in a clear and concise fashion.

The Chemical Systems major provides a direct pathway for admission to Masters in Engineering programs in chemical and biochemical engineering. These Masters programs will be accredited and recognized internationally as professional engineering degrees. Students graduating from these programs will be ready to work in a range of chemical and biochemical engineering industries anywhere in the world.

After completing this major plus a Master of Engineering, you’ll be ready to move into a rewarding engineering career.

You might pursue a career in biochemical and biomedical engineering, chemicals and allied products, energy, food manufacture, interfacial engineering, materials science, mining and metallurgy, nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, polymer engineering, process plant and equipment engineering, or water processing.

Employers include ExxonMobil, BP, Petronas, CSL, Melbourne Water, Nyrstar, BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, ThyssenKrupp, GHD, AECOM, Mars and Unilever.