Master of Science [M.S] [Chemical Engineering] From Clemson University

Students develop a rigorous fundamental science base coupled with insights into engineering applications. Graduates can become involved in the research, development, manufacture and use of chemicals, polymers, pharmaceuticals, electronic com­ponents, consumer products and petroleum products to name a few. The Department at Clemson has strong research programs in advanced materials, biotechnology, energy, and chemical and biochemical processing.

The MS degree program consists of 24 credit hours of graduate-level work and completion of 6 credit hours of graduate-level research and a research thesis. Coursework includes three required core courses (9 credit hours): Advanced Transport Phenomena, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics and Chemical Engineering Kinetics. In addition, 15 credit hours of approved technical electives, and 6 credit hours of research are required. The normal time required to earn an MS degree in Chemical Engineering is four semesters and a summer.