Study Chemical Process Engineering at UTS
Chemical process engineers are essential for creating the chemical products society needs in sectors like energy, agriculture and health. They are experts in designing and operating chemical plants that transform raw materials into functional, safe, and sustainable products.
In this degree, you will learn all the necessary skills to become a professional chemical process engineer. You will gain experience in core scientific disciplines spanning physics, chemistry and biotechnology. You will also gain knowledge in emerging areas in digital literacy including automation, data science and engineering to create refined chemical products.
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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical Process)
CODE
UTS: C09066 (version 6)
CRICOS: 084098A
UAC: 603066 Chemical Process (Autumn Session, Spring Session)
LOWEST SELECTION RANK
DURATION
4 years full time
8 years part time
INTAKE
Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026
COURSE FEES
LOCATION
City campus
What you’ll study
You’ll obtain deep knowledge and understanding of chemical process engineering and practice-oriented skills, including digital, to become a competent chemical process designer and simulator professional engineer.
Subjects at a glance
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Core subjects
Subject Code Subject Name 68037 Physical Modelling33130 Mathematics 133230 Mathematics 248230 Introduction to Engineering Projects41200 Engineering Project Appraisal41201 Designing Sustainable Engineering Projects41202 Professional Engineering Communication41203 Collaboration in Complex Projects41035 Professional Practice Preparation 141055 Professional Experience Review
Typical course program
The outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Process Engineering based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact course may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.
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- 8
- 6 point core subjects
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- 20
- 6 point Chemical Process Engineering major subjects
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- 4
- 6 point Civil and Environmental Engineering specialist subjects
or- 4
- 6 point Elective subjects
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- 2
- 6 point Professional Engineering Practice subjects
Industry accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical Process Engineering are provisionally accredited with Engineers Australia, pending full accreditation, at the Graduate Professional Engineer level. The degree is recognised internationally by signatories to the Washington Accord.
Admissions information
Admissions information
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Entry schemes and pathways
UTS Early Entry program
If you've excelled in Year 11, our Early Entry program rewards the hard work you've put into your studies. Successful applicants receive a provisional offer before their HSC/IB exams.
Elite athletes and performers
If you're an elite athlete or performer who has represented your school or state at a national level, and your studies have been affected, this scheme is for you.
InpUTS
If you've experienced long-term disadvantages that have affected your education, you may be eligible for selection rank adjustments through inpUTS.
Completing a recognised TAFE or VET provider qualification
With a VET qualification, you're eligible to apply for certain courses. Take the next step in your education.
Jumbunna Admissions Program
If you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Jumbunna is an alternative application process for our courses that emphasises diverse pathways to success.
Changing from another undergraduate course
You can apply for our courses using your previous study. You may even be eligible for recognition of prior learning, so you won’t need to repeat subjects.
Careers
Your future career
As a graduate in this field, you will find opportunities to work with:
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Where you’ll study
Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.
Why UTS?
Why study Engineering at UTS
Engineers are pivotal in the technology revolution. With a degree in engineering at UTS, you'll learn the latest technical and leadership skills to solve practical industry challenges and address global issues.
Our degrees prioritise hands-on learning. With over 1000 partner companies to choose from, you'll have ample opportunities to apply innovative approaches to industry problems, studios and hackathons before you graduate.
11.7%
increase in engineering manager positions over the next five years.
Labour Market Insights 2021
$187,700
Median annual earnings as engineering managers.
Labour Market Insights 2021
Above world standard
for Engineering.
2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation
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