Advanced Chemical Engineering with Formulation Masters/MSc/PGDip
Program Overview
The Advanced Chemical Engineering with Formulation program at the University of Birmingham focuses on advanced engineering topics applicable to industries like food, energy, and healthcare. The program concludes with an original research project, providing practical experience and research expertise.
Program Outline
Our three major research areas – formulation engineering, energy, and healthcare technology – guide the programme. We explore concepts and processes that are applicable to multiple sectors, such as food, fuel, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and chemical industries. The school of Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham focuses on research in three areas, answering three major questions of global importance: Formulation Engineering – How can we develop and produce formulated products such as food or pharmaceuticals with novel properties in a sustainable manner? Healthcare Technology – How can we maintain a healthy aging population? Energy – How can we reshape energy supply and storage in a sustainable way?
Outline:
The MSc programme is a one-year full time course or can be taken part-time over two or more years. Taught modules are delivered in semesters 1 and 2. The programme starts with an introductory 10-credit module to introduce material that will be encountered in the programme. Depending upon your academic background, you will begin by studying the fundamental principles of either chemical engineering or the relevant biological science. This is followed by 50 credits of multidisciplinary core modules that cover advanced concepts in chemical engineering that are relevant to multiple sectors. The properties of colloidal and other non-ideal systems, commonplace in formulated products such as food, are studied with a view to processing and characterisation. Use of biological systems for production of novel products is also covered. The pathway modules are on the theme of formulation engineering. You must choose 40-50 credits on formulation of food and industry 4.0 and big data. The above modules are complimented by a wide range of optional modules, enabling you to gain specific knowledge relating to topics such as bioprocessing, energy, engineering business, healthcare technology, fuel cells, and pharmaceutical product development and manufacture. Safety, regulatory and quality issues applicable across the relevant industries are also considered. You will have the freedom to pick and choose modules from each theme (providing timetabling allows for this). Finally, in the summer, Masters students undertake an original research project, working closely with a research group within the school. This allows you to consolidate your knowledge in a practical setting and develop practical research expertise. This brings the total credits for the MSc to 180.
Assessment:
The modules are taught in a variety of ways, and encourage enquiry based learning and problem solving, enabling graduates to think laterally and make complex decisions when entering the world of work or further study. Modules are assessed by a mixture of written exam and coursework, including written essays and reports and presentations. Some modules include group work to develop and discuss ideas. The MSc research project is assessed in part by the submission of a dissertation.
Teaching:
Teaching is led by our world-leading research in chemical engineering, and during the research project students work within research groups on an original research project.
Careers:
There is a great demand for chemical engineers in industry worldwide. This course gives you a professional basis for a career in a variety of industries.
Other:
The topics studied on this course are aligned with the research strengths of the school, so you will be learning about cutting-edge developments in your chosen areas of interest.
Tuition Fees Tuition fees for UK students 2024/25 MSc: Full-time £11,340. Part-time £5,670. Tuition fees for International students 2024/25 MSc: Full-time £29,340.
University of Birmingham Summary
Overview:
The University of Birmingham is a leading global university with a strong focus on research and innovation. It is committed to developing solutions for a thriving planet and improving the health of people around the world.
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Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Birmingham offers a welcoming environment for students, with opportunities to settle in, make new friends, discover the city of Birmingham, and prepare for their studies. The university also has a vision for its campus development in the next 20 years, aiming to enhance and refine the global campuses.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Global Impact:
The university's research is focused on addressing major global issues, such as climate change and global health.Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
The university encourages collaboration across disciplines to drive innovation and find solutions to complex problems.Pioneering Breakthroughs:
The university is known for its pioneering research and breakthroughs in various fields.Academic Programs:
Other:
The university has five research challenge themes that guide its focus and draw on its vast expertise and resources. These themes showcase the university's pioneering breakthroughs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and significant global impact.
Entry Requirements:
You should have, or expect to obtain, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject (eg, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with sufficient Mathematics).
International Requirements:
Holders of a Licence, Diplome, Diplome d'Etudes Superieures, Diplome d'Ingenieur or a Diplome d'Architecte from a recognised university in Algeria will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of one of these qualifications will normally be expected to have achieved a score of 15/20 for 2:1 equivalency or 13/20 for 2:2 equivalency. Holders of the Licenciado or an equivalent professional title from a recognised Argentinian university, with a promedio of at least 7.5, may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. Applicants for PhD degrees will normally have a Maestria or equivalent A Bachelors (Honours) degree from an accredited Australian higher education institution may be considered for admission to a Masters degree. Applicants with 3 year Bachelors with distinction from a recognised university, can be considered for admission to a Masters degree. Holders of a Diplom, a Diplomstudium/Magister or a three-year Bachelors degree from a recognised university with a minimum overall grade of 2.5 for 2:1 equivalency or 3.0 for 2:2 equivalency, or a high-scoring Fachhochschuldiplom (FH) from a recognised Austrian Fachhochschule, will be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes. Students with a good 5-year Specialist Diploma or 4-year Bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution in Azerbaijan, with a minimum GPA of 4/5 or 80% will be considered for entry to postgraduate taught programmes at the University of Birmingham. For postgraduate research programmes applicants should have a good 5-year Specialist Diploma (completed after 1991), with a minimum grade point average of 4/5 or 80%, from a recognised higher education institution or a Masters or “Magistr Diplomu” or “Kandidat Nauk” from a recognised higher education institution in Azerbaijan. Holders of a bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in Bahrain will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency. Holders of a Bachelors (Honours) degree of three years duration, followed by a Masters degree of one or two years duration from a recognised university in Bangladesh will be considered for postgraduate taught study. Students with a Bachelors degree of at least four years duration may also be considered for postgraduate study. Degrees must be from a recognised institution in Bangladesh. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0-3.3/4.0 or 65% or above for 2:1 equivalency, or a GPA of 2.6-3.1/4.0 or 60% or above for 2:2 equivalency depending on the awarding institution. Students who hold a Masters degree from the University of Botswana with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0 (70%/B/'very good') will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Please note 4-year bachelor degrees from the University of Botswana are considered equivalent to a Diploma of Higher Education. 5-year bachelor degrees from the University of Botswana are considered equivalent to a British Bachelor (Ordinary) degree. Students who have completed a Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study. A Licenciatura or Bacharelado degree from a recognised Brazilian university: A grade of 7.5/10 for entry to programmes with a 2:1 requirement A grade of 6.5/10for entry to programmes with a 2:2 requirement Holders of a good Bachelors degree with honours (4 to 6 years) from a recognised university with a upper second class grade or higher will be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes. Holders of a good Masters degree from a recognised university will be considered for entry to postgraduate research programmes. Holders of a good Diploma za Zavarsheno Visshe Obrazovanie (‘Diploma of Completed Higher Education’), a pre-2001 Masters degree or a post-2001 Bachelors degree from a recognised university with a minimum overall grade of 5 out of 6, mnogo dobur/’very good’ for 2:1 equivalence; or 4 out of 6, dobur/’good’ for 2:2 equivalence; will be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes. Students with a minimum average of 14 out of 20 (or 70%) on a 4-year Licence, Bachelor degree or Diplôme d'Etudes Superieures de Commerce (DESC) or Diplôme d'Ingénieur or a Maîtrise will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Students who have completed a Masters degree from a recognised institution will be considered for PhD study. Holders of a bachelor degree with honours from a recognised Canadian university may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. A GPA of 3.0/4, 7.0/9 or 75% is usually equivalent to a UK 2.1. Holders of the Licenciado or equivalent Professional Title from a recognised Chilean university will be considered for Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters degrees. Applicants for PhD study will preferably hold a Magister degree or equivalent. Students with a bachelor’s degree (4 years minimum) may be considered for entry to a postgraduate degree programme. However please note that we will only consider students who meet the entry guidance below. Please note: for the subject areas below we use the Shanghai Ranking 2022 (full table) , Shanghai Ranking 2023 (full table), and Shanghai Ranking of Chinese Art Universities 2023. 需要具备学士学位（4年制）的申请人可申请研究生课程。请根据所申请的课程查看相应的入学要求。 请注意，中国院校名单参考软科中国大学排名2022（总榜）， 软科中国大学排名2023（总榜），以及软科中国艺术类高校名单2023。 Business School - MSc programmes (excluding MBA) 商学院硕士课程（MBA除外）入学要求 Group 1 一类大学 Grade requirement均分要求75% Project 985 Universities 39所“985工程”院校 Group 2 二类大学 grade requirement均分要求80% Universities ranked in the top 100 in the Shanghai Ranking 2022 (full table) or 2023 (full table) 软科中国大学排名2022（总榜）或软科中国大学排名2023（总榜）排名前100的大学 Universities in the ‘Project 211’ (excluding the ones in Project 985) 非‘985工程’的其他‘211工程’院校 We will also consider the 2 additional universities below: 以及以下两所大学： University of Chinese Academy of Sciences 中国科学院大学 University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences 中国社会科学院大学 Group 3 三类大学 grade requirement均分要求85% Universities ranked in the top 101 to 200 in the Shanghai Ranking 2022 (full table) or 2023 (full table) 软科中国大学排名2022（总榜）或 软科中国大学排名2023（总榜）101-200位的大学 School of Computer Science – all MSc programmes 计算机学院硕士课程入学要求 Group 1 一类大学 Grade requirement均分要求75% Project 985 Universities 39所“985工程”院校 Group 2 二类大学 grade requirement均分要求80% Universities ranked in the top 100 in the Shanghai Ranking 2022 (full table) or 2023 (full table)软科中国大学排名2022（总榜）或软科中国大学排名2023（总榜）排名前100的大学 Universities in the ‘Project 211’ (excluding the ones in Project 985)非‘985工程’的其他‘211工程’院校 We will also consider the 2 additional universities below:以及以下两所大学：University of Chinese Academy of Sciences 中国科学院大学University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences 中国社会科学院大学 Group 3 三类大学 grade requirement均分要求85% Universities ranked in the top 101 to 150 in the Shanghai Ranking 2022 (full table) or 2023 (full table)软科中国大学排名2022（总榜）或 软科中国大学排名2023（总榜）101-150位的大学 College of
