Program Overview
The Chemical Engineering at University of California San Diego is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 31,231 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,129 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: San Diego, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- CENG 205. Graduate Seminar in Chemical Engineering
- CENG 207. Nanomedicine
- CENG 208. Nanofabrication
- CENG 210A. Fluid Mechanics I
- CENG 211. Introduction to NanoEngineering
- CENG 212. Intermolecular and Surface Forces
- CENG 213. Nanoscale Synthesis & Characterization
- CENG 214. Nanoscale Physics & Modeling
- CENG 215. Nanosystems Integration
- CENG 221A. Heat Transfer .
- CENG 221B. Mass Transfer ano-Materials
- CENG 251. Thermodynamics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s 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).
Admission to the Chemical Engineering graduate program is in accordance with the general requirements of the graduate division, which requires at least a B.S. in some branch of engineering, sciences, or mathematics; an overall GPA of 3.0; and three letters of recommendation from individuals who can attest to the academic or professional competence and to the depth of their interest in pursuing graduate study.In addition, all applicants are required to submit GRE General Test Scores.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 31,231 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,129 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 31,231 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,129 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California San Diego 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, San Diego
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States
University of California, San Diego is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months