Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry)/Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
RMIT University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00122A
With its combination of chemistry, analytical sciences and chemical engineering, this course will put you at the forefront of technology development that could change the world. Youll work on product innovation, from the laboratory through to large-scale production, with a focus on efficient industrial processes to use less energy and produce less waste.
Structure
480 credit points
Subjects
- OENG1166 Introduction to Professional Engineering Practice
- MATH2393 Engineering Mathematics
- OENG1204 Creative Engineering CAD
- PROC2128 Introduction to Chemical Engineering
- CHEM1313 Chemistry Fundamentals 1
- CHEM1314 Chemistry Fundamentals 2
- ONPS2701 Physical Sciences in Action
- OENG1206 Digital Fundamentals
- MATH2114 Numerical Methods/Statistics for Engineers
- PROC2079 Fluid Flow and Particle Mechanics
- PROC2080 Process Thermodynamics
- PROC2077 Chemical Engineering Fundamentals
- PROC2082 Heat and Mass Transfer
- PROC2078 Process Principles
- PROC2083 Reaction Engineering
- COSC2960 Foundations of Artificial Intelligence for STEM
- ONPS2702 STEM for Sustainable Development
- OENG1235 Innovation Ecosystem and the Future of Work
- BIOL2525 Foundations in Digital Health
- OENG1165 Professional Engineering Experience
- PROC2085 Transfer Processes
- PROC2121 Chemical Engineering Computer Design
- PROC2084 Engineering Experimental Investigations
- CHEM1053 Analytical Techniques
- CHEM1054 Instrumental and Environmental Analysis
- PROC2090 Process Control and Simulation
- PROC2088 Process Systems Design
- PROC2089 Process Plant Design and Economics
- PROC2086 Environmental and Hazard Analysis
- CHEM1039 Concepts in Chemistry
- CHEM1041 Chemistry Laboratory
- PROC2087 Chemical Engineering Specialisation
- CHEM1040 Further Concepts in Chemistry
- PROC2093 Advanced Chemical Engineering Specialisation 1
- PROC2094 Environmental Engineering
- PROC2095 Polymer Engineering
- CHEM1080 Advanced Instrumental Analysis and Spectroscopy
- ONPS2188 Chemistry of Drugs and Toxins
- OENG1167 Engineering Capstone Project Part A
- CHEM1069 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM1067 Advanced Chemistry Theory
- CHEM1068 Advanced Topics in Chemistry
- OENG1168 Engineering Capstone Project Part B
- PROC2126 Chemical Engineering Design Project 1
- PROC2127 Chemical Engineering Design Project 2
- ONPS2186 Applied Science Project
Standard entry requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).
Recognition
This program is fully accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute. This program is also fully accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates of the program are eligible for graduate membership of Engineers Australia. Australia is one of 15 countries that are signatories to the International Engineering Alliance, also known as the Washington Accord, for professional engineers. The qualification of graduates from this degree is recognised in all countries that are signatories to the Accord. Graduates are also eligible for graduate membership of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE). IChemE is the primary international professional society for the chemical engineer. The program is accredited by IChemE (UK) at the BEng level.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Melbourne City | International: $206,400 |
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Further information
Graduates are employed in a range of chemical industries in Australia, typically in the areas of oil and gas, food, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, agricultural chemicals and polymers. In the process design sector, RMIT graduates typically work on developing production processes from the lab to large-scale. They will be well placed to take leading roles in the development and commercialisation of new chemical products.
