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Chemical Engineering

University of California, Davis
Information last verified April 2026
Tuition USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Davis, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Chemical Engineering at University of California Davis 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 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 7
  4. Tuition: USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Davis, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Chemical 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. Mathematical\nMethods in Biochemical and Chemical Engineering
  2. Fluid Mechanics for Biochemical and Chemical Engineers
  3. Heat\nTransfer for Biochemical and Chemical Engineers
  4. Mass\nTransfer for Biochemical and Chemical Engineers\nChemical
  5. Kinetics and Reaction Engineering
  6. Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
  7. Process\nDynamics and Controls\nPhysical\nChemistry: Thermodynamics; Physical Chemistry: Kinetics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Admission to the graduate program requires a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a recognized academic institution and a proven record of good performance on the part of the applicant. Most of our graduate students have bachelor\xc2\x92s degrees in chemical engineering or materials science, metallurgical or ceramic engineering, chemistry, or physics.
  • The application fee is US$105.00 for domestic applicants, or US$125.00 for international applicants.\xc2\xa0
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Graduate Record Examination scores
  • Letters of Recommendation

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,357 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of California Davis 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 University of California, Davis

University of California, Davis logo

University of California, Davis

Davis, United States

public university in the Davis, California area; part of the University of California system

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English