Why an MSc in Chemical Engineering?
Transform the future
Chemical engineering is at the heart of solving real-world problems – from clean energy and sustainable manufacturing to cutting-edge healthcare. This dynamic field blends science and engineering to create practical solutions that improve everyday life.
- Develop technical skills in process design, materials, and renewable technologies
- Prepare for leadership roles in energy, pharma, and food industries
- Learn through hands-on problem solving and cutting-edge research.
Masters' courses
Our master's in Chemical Engineering
Study an engineering degree in the world's first industrial city and let your career in chemical engineering expand.
- Advanced Chemical Engineering MSc:
Deepen your chemical engineering expertise with tailored electives for industry or research careers. - Advanced Process Integration and Design MSc:
Gain expert skills in process design and integration for the petroleum, gas, and chemical industries. - Subsurface Energy Engineering MSc:
Develop advanced expertise in subsurface systems, reservoir engineering, and energy resource management.
Why Manchester?
Join a department with a legacy of excellence
Manchester is the birthplace of chemical engineering and home to pioneering postgraduate research. Learn from world-leading academics and using cutting-edge tools, to tackle global challenges in sustainability, healthcare, and materials.
Facilities
Access world-leading labs, pilot-scale facilities and specialist training designed to boost your technical and professional capabilities.
Broaden your aspirations
Connect with global employers and position yourself for career progression, research roles, or Chartered Engineer status.
Where our MScs can take you
Diverse roles in high demand
A master’s in Chemical Engineering from Manchester opens doors across high-impact industries, from pharmaceuticals and energy to food, petrochemicals, and sustainability.
Graduates go on to careers in product design, research and development, project management, and consultancy. Our global alumni network includes leaders at Unilever, Shell, and GSK, supported by strong industry links and career services.
Global opportunities await
With skills that translate across borders, our chemical engineering postgraduates launch global careers in sectors like oil and gas, consumer goods, energy, and advanced materials.
Whether in technical roles or leadership, our alumni work in over 80 countries – supported by Manchester’s international reputation and employer connections.
Real-world impact
Many of our graduates go on to PhDs or research and development roles, driving innovation in sustainable energy, healthcare, and materials.
Our strong research culture and expert supervision equip you to tackle the biggest global challenges – whether you remain in academia or take your knowledge into industry, consultancy, or entrepreneurship.
How to apply
Apply for our Chemical Engineering MSc courses
If you’re interested in applying to one of our Chemical Engineering taught master's at Manchester, here’s what you need to know.
Contact us
Have any questions? Get in touch
Chemical Engineering course enquiries:
- Email: pgt-chemeng@manchester.ac.uk
General postgraduate enquiries
- Tel: +44 (0)161 275 2077
- Email: study@manchester.ac.uk