Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours) / Bachelor of Science

Chemical engineering. Pure science, applied to real world problems.

At the University of Newcastle we train engineers capable of solving the greatest global challenges.  As a chemical engineer your study may lead to involvement in a team developing high-efficiency insulation products that improve heating and cooling. You could work on biofuel production in remote communities, assisting with both waste disposal and energy production. Or, you might work in the food industry, refining products for people with special dietary needs.

Chemical engineers use their knowledge of the synthesis and processing of chemicals to convert raw material into useful products. As a chemical engineering student you'll learn to develop everyday products like toothpaste, beer, puff pastry, chocolate, lipstick, paracetamol and petrol. Chemical engineering students study courses in fields such as energy production, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

Why combine engineering with science? Complete these two bachelor degrees in just five years – deepen your technical skills with comprehensive chemistry courses which are available in the Bachelor of Science. Chemistry is fundamental to chemical engineering and a deeper knowledge of this science can open up opportunities in toxicology, pharmacy, biochemistry, bio-engineering, forensics and research.