Overview
The recipients of these degrees will be capable of continuing efforts toward the advancement of knowledge and achievement in research while pursuing an academic or industrial research career.
Career Opportunities
The Chemical Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology will prepare you for such careers as:
- Senior scientist, chemical engineering
- Principal chemical engineer
- Computational chemistry and chemical engineer
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Transport Phenomena
- Thermodynamics
- Chemical Reaction Engineering
- Advanced Process Control
- Computational Techniques in Engineering
- Applications of Mathematics to Chemical Engineering
Check out the full curriculum.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: 3
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 115
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
General requirements:
- Official Transcripts
- Resume/CV — Submit a current resume that highlights your academic and professional experience
- Personal Statement — Provide a well-written statement that outlines your academic and professional goals
- Letters of Recommendation (May Be Required, Depending on Programme/Department) — Requirements vary, but in most cases one letter is required for master's programmes and two are required for Ph.D. programmes. Letters should be from individuals who can assess your academic and/or career achievements and potential (e.g., professors, employers). Letters must be submitted through the online Application Portal; you will input the recommender's name and email address, and they will receive an electronic invitation. Note that recommenders will type their recommendation directly into the portal, not upload a document.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International / Out-of-State: AUD 46,122 per year (approximately USD 33,318 per year)
Domestic / In-State: AUD 46,122 per year (approximately USD 33,318 per year)
Living Costs
Chicago, United States: AUD 1,795–3,448 per month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available for this programme.