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Chemical Engineering

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Advance your understanding of chemical engineering and it’s utilization towards improving health care, energy availability, chemicals, materials, and public safety. Students will study topics such as engineering computation, transport phenomena, advanced kinetics and reactor design, and advanced chemical engineering thermodynamics.
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Graduate in as few as 13 months
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100% ONLINE
No residency requirement
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Enjoy flexible admissions and three start dates
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Curriculum

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The online Master of Science in Engineering is a comprehensive engineering program that encompasses both leadership strategy and technical skills. Coursework includes 16 credits of core engineering classes, plus 16 credits within your specialization, helping you tailor the program to your area of expertise.

To accommodate busy professionals, the online Master of Science in Engineering does not include a required residency. Instead, students participate in 4 one-credit capstone courses throughout the program, providing a rich learning experience that comes with maximum flexibility.

MSE Core Courses* / 16 credit hours

Engineering in the Global Environment (4)

Technology Innovation and Strategy for Engineers (4)

Introduction to Systems Engineering (4)

Principles of Engineering Management (4)

*Curriculum subject to change

Chemical Engineering Specialization Courses* / 16 credit hours

CEE 200 Advanced Engineering Computation

CEE 202 Transport Phenomena

CEE 204 Advanced Kinetics and Reactor Design

CEE 206 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

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Admission Requirements

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The following criteria are considered during the admission process for the M.S. in Engineering program:

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
  • Official transcripts.
  • GPA.
  • GRE/FE scores.
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores (for international applicants).
  • Evidence of significant professional engineering experience.
  • Professional certifications.
  • Reference letters.
  • Applicants of the bioengineering specialization are expected to have taken a course in Differential Equations.
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Careers

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Graduating with your master’s in chemical engineering can lead you toward a variety of professional opportunities within the engineering field. Here are several options you can consider.
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Petroleum Engineer

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Petroleum engineers work with geoscientists and other specialists to explore for oil and gas deposits, or reservoirs, in rock formations underground. After discovering reservoirs, petroleum engineers determine the best methods of extraction through wells on land or offshore rigs at sea.

Their tasks may include designing the well, selecting drilling methods and equipment, and designing surface facilities.
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Process Control Engineer

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A process control engineer is a professional who optimizes processes and implements quality control systems in the manufacturing industry. They are responsible for designing, testing, and overseeing the implementation of new processes. They are often employed at manufacturing plants that process chemicals, metals, and other materials.

Their responsibilities include analyzing plant processes, designing and testing control systems, optimizing production by managing and maintaining control systems, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
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Student Outcomes

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Our students come from a variety of backgrounds creating a multi-disciplinary learning environment that generates cross-functional engineering leaders.

“The knowledge I learned from my classes is very applicable to the work that I do every day. I liked the course content and professors very much. They inspired me to do even more of my own research.”

– Peter Do

Class of 2017

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“This program has been one of the best experiences I have ever had. I was so happy when I was accepted into the program because I value the university and its great reputation. The instructors have been exceptional throughout the Master of Science in Engineering – Materials at the Nanoscale program. I felt such great support from everyone throughout the program.

I am so glad I chose this specialization because it connects with the work I do now and I am applying what I have learned.”

– Curt Allen

Class of 2018

“Taking the program online, I was able to do extra research to assist me with grasping the engineering concepts.”

– David Butler

Class of 2016

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Faculty

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The University of California, Riverside has a commitment to excellence and a proven track record of innovation and collaboration. Every day, our faculty brings an entrepreneurial spirit and proves what a public university is capable of in the 21st century. In the process, our faculty makes a global impact while remaining leaders for innovation in Inland Southern California.
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Markus Petters

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Chemical Environ Engineering Dept
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Jiamin Zhang

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Younjin Min

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Jianzhong Wu

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Join an elite group of professionals at an award-winning, well-respected institution.
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The University of California, Riverside has been recognized by a number of academic publications for a variety of different programs and attributes. In its most recent graduate school rankings, U.S. News & World Report counted UC Riverside among the top 30 Best Online Master’s in Engineering programs.

The University of California, Riverside is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Regional accreditation assures students that UC Riverside meets the highest standards in terms of learning opportunities and a commitment to self-improvement.

U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the University of California, Riverside among the top 3 in the nation for social mobility, an honor that reflects our longstanding commitment to cultural, professional and geographical diversity.

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