Program Overview
The Process Engineering and Combustion Technology at Aalborg University 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 Process Engineering and Combustion Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Process Engineering and Combustion Technology 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
- Document the project work by a paper, a poster and a presentation at an internal conference (CES) together with an appendix report, all in English.
- Document the project by a project report written in English.
- Analysis of the combustion characteristics of different biomass fuels
- Experimental measurements of the AAU 500kW grate firing pilot plant
- Modelling of a laminar premixed flame
- Analysis of biomass fuels
- Analysis of the global supply chain for biomass fuels
- Termodynamical modelling of Esbjerg værket
- Analysis and modelling of algae fermentation process
- Adaptive and optimal control
- System identification and diagnosis
- Analysis, modelling and optimisation of the control system for a grate boiler
- Control and surveiliance system for a biogas plant
- Fluegas cleaning for difficult fuels
- Efficient combustion systems for advanced biofuels
- CFD modelling of the combustion process in a boiler
- CFD modelling of rope formation in a pulverized fuel burner
- Measurement of velocities inside of a boiler using LDV
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the MSc specialisation in Process Engineering and Combustion Technology presupposes a BSc degree in Thermal Energy Engineering, Thermal Processes or similar.
Each applicant is evaluated individually.
Please make sure you send your application form and further documentation via post to the International Office by the required deadline.
Furthermore please note the official language requirements for international students applying to Aalborg University are:
- IELTS (academic test): 6.5
- TOEFL (paper-based): 560
- TOEFL (internet-based): 88
- Cambridge First Certificate with the grade B
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg 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 Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months