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Chemical and Life Science Engineering

Virginia Commonwealth University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 13,157 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,816 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Degree MSc
Delivery On-campus
Location Richmond, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Chemical and Life Science Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University is a MSc programme in Engineering, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Chemical and Life Science Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 13,157 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,816 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
  5. Location: Fairfax, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Chemical and Life Science Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Molecular Physiology and Microanatomy for Chemical and Life Science Engineering
  2. Nanotechnology in Life Science and Engineering
  3. Biosensors and Bioelectronic Devices
  4. Quantitative Analysis in Chemical and Life Science Engineering
  5. Equilibrium Analysis in Chemical and Biological Systems

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 13,157 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,816 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 13,157 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 6,816 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Virginia Commonwealth University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Virginia Commonwealth University

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Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, United States

public research university in Richmond, Virginia, United States

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  • Language English