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Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment, MSc
KTH Royal Institute of Technology, School of Chemical Science and Engineering (CHE)
- Chemical Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Chemistry & Toxicology
- Chemistry
Quick facts
| Country: | Sweden | Duration: | 24 Months |
| City: | Stockholm | Start Date: | August |
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| Languages: | English |
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| Application Deadline: | January 15 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free | ||
Programme Description
The Master´s Programme in Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment will be organised by the School of Chemical Science and Engineering (CHE).To receive a Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment the student should:
* demonstrate general knowledge and understanding in chemistry and chemical engineering and in-depth knowledge in a selected chemical engineering area
* have an insight into current research and development in chemical engineering, and its application to sustainable development
* demonstrate knowledge of the scientific basis for physical and chemical processes, different kinds of energy and their conversion, the properties and uses of different materials, and have the ability to assess the applicability of different materials in different contexts.
* demonstrate knowledge of the importance of chemical, thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of chemical reaction and process routes
* be able to apply knowledge of mathematics, numerical analysis and other sciences to the chemistry field
* demonstrate the ability to develop chemical products and to design, operate and control the development process by applying systematic thinking in relation to raw materials, energy, security, environment, economy, human conditions and needs, and goals of society for sustainable development
* demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and manage current and real problems drawn from industry, society and research, taking into account the potential risk and limitations
* demonstrate the ability to make assessment of the solutions obtained, and compare and evaluate alternative solutions
* demonstrate laboratory skills and knowledge of safe chemical managing, and the ability to implement and evaluate experiments on a laboratory scale and on a larger scale plan
* demonstrate the skills to use computer tools for simulation, technical calculations and information retrieval
* demonstrate the ability to communicate orally and in writing, in both Swedish and English, and to present and discuss ideas and outcomes and communicate with persons with or without a technical- scientific background
* demonstrate the ability to effectively work as part of a team and plan and implement projects
* demonstrate the ability to critically review the literature and technologies in areas related to Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.
* demonstrate the ability to take a stand on issues of an ethical nature in their professional field
* demonstrate an understanding of the fact that chemistry and chemical engineering problems can be complex, incompletely defined and contain contrarious conditions, and also consider social, economic, commercial, environmental and working-environment aspects
Career prospects
Specialists in all areas of Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment are extremely interesting to industry. It is a very wide field, covering most of national and international industry. Important areas include companies with new methods in engineering thermodynamics, fuel-producing industries based on fossil and renewable raw materials, vehicle and forestry industries, companies working with recycling, and traditional chemistry industries adapting to environmental laws. There is also an increased demand for consultants with specialist knowledge in patenting, scientific writing and venture capital, as well as a large demand for PhDs within the area.
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Contents
The two-year programme (120 ECTS) consists of courses worth 90 ECTS, followed by a Master's thesis (30 ECTS). One mandatory course (7.5 ECTS) is included the first year. The rest of the courses are elective. The student is required to choose at least 3 courses listed as elective. The remaining courses should be selected from the courses listed as elective or recommended, with the exception of 15 ECTS that can be chosen freely. This gives the student a great opportunity to create his/her own curriculum. Guidelines and recommendations for course combinations will be given.
Course overview
Mandatory courses
* Scientific theory and research methodology, 7.5 ECTS
The course provides an introduction to the theory and methodology of science and is intended for the Master's student or new PhD student. One aim is to supply the basic concepts needed for placing the techniques and knowledge acquired in the student´s other courses into the wider context of the natural sciences. Another aim is to provide the basic intellectual tools that allow for a reasoned and critical assessment of results and methods from the wide variety of disciplines that the student is likely to encounter during his or her continued career in research and/or in professional life.
The course is delivered by the Division of Philosophy at KTH. 4.5 ECTS is seen as being general, relevant to all of KTH´s programmes, and 3 ECTS is specific to this programme.
Elective courses
* Chemical Reaction Engineering, 9 ECTS
The aim of the course is to give the students an enhanced understanding of the theory of chemical reactors and enhanced skills in formulation and analysis of mathematical models in chemical engineering. The theory and the computer laboratory exercises aim to enhance problem solving skills, both with and without computer usage.
* Industrial Energy Processes, 7.5 ECTS
Energy conversion for the different technical thermodynamic processes. Theoretical and real thermodynamic cycles are studied, with a focus on the new energy technology which is of importance to processing industries. The energy concept is introduced and applied. Economic aspects and consequences of heat and power production are discussed and measures to improve the efficiency in energy use are considered. This course also covers the analysis of industrial energy systems and environmental and safety matters in connection with energy conversion processes.
* Transport Phenomena, Advanced Course, 7.5 ECTS
The goal of this course is to give the students advanced knowledge of momentum, heat and mass transfer in chemical engineering, and also in environmental engineering, medicine and other scientific areas. The course covers important concepts, such as interface momentum transfer, boundary layer theory, multi-component diffusion, interfacial heat and mass transfer, and flow around particles, droplets and bubbles.
* Environmental Systems Analysis, 6 ECTS
This course deals with analysis and assessment of the dependence and influence of socio-technical systems on ecosystems. It aims at supporting decision-making towards sustainable behaviour in different domains and at different levels of social action. This course deals with different decision-making situations in relation to the environment and sustainable development that engineers face in their work.
* Separation Processes for the Process Industry and the Environment, 9 ECTS
Fundamental aspects of molecular separation methods and their application in the process industry and in clean technology. The course comprises fundamentals, basic requirements, and design principles for separation processes. Special emphasis is put on energy efficient methods and applications in environmental engineering and science.
Year 1
Semester 1
Elective courses:
* Industrial Energy Processes
* Transport Phenomena, Advanced course
* Environmental Systems Analysis
* Separation Processes for the Process Industry and the Environment
Semester 2
* Scientific theory and research methodology
Elective course:
* Chemical Reaction Engineering
Courses from the elective course list.
Year 2
Semester 1
Courses from the elective course list
Semester 2
Degree project, advanced level, 30 ECTS
Degree project
The Degree project in Chemical Engineering is worth 30 ECTS. The choice of thesis topic may be made from a list of thesis projects at the School of Chemical Science and Engineering.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
General admission requirements
The general requirements are the same for all applicants to advanced level studies in Sweden.
1. Previous studies
A completed Bachelor's degree.
A completed Bachelor's degree, corresponding to a Swedish Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS), or equivalent academic qualifications from an internationally recognised university. The university has to be listed in the latest edition of the International Handbook of Universities. A Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering is required for most programmes at KTH.
2. Language requirements
A good knowledge of written and spoken English.
Applicants must provide proof of their proficiency in English, which is most commonly established through an internationally recognised test.
KTH accepts the following TOEFL test scores:
* Paper-based test: total result of 550 (written test, grade 4)
* Internet-based test: total result of 79 (written test, grade 17)
* Computer-based test: total result of 213 (essay rating, grade 4)
TOEFL code: 9520. English test results from TOEFL should be sent directly from the test centre to the address given on the cover sheet. Examinee score reports are not accepted. Please also note that neither TOEIC nor institutional TOEFL are accepted as sufficient proof of English proficiency.
KTH accepts an IELTS score of at least 6.0, no band lower than 5.0 (only Academic Training accept
Other tests accepted are the University of Cambridge/Oxford Certificate in Advanced English, Certificate of Proficiency or Diploma of English Studies, as well as the GCE O-level (minimum grade C).
In some cases English proficiency can be fulfilled from upper secondary education, for example a German Abitur with English as first foreign language "Grundstufe" (ausreichend at least 5/15) or "Leistungsfach" or French students who have taken English as LV 1 in Série L (littéraire) Langue Vivante or Sèrie ES, Langue Vivante. In most cases the requirement of English proficiency is fulfilled if you have studied English for eight years up to upper secondary education. Proof thereof must be enclosed in your application.
English proficiency tests are waived for the following:
* Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from a university where English is the only language of instruction, in accordance with recommendations in the latest edition of the International Handbook of Universities.
* Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from an internationally recognised university, where all courses of the study programme were taught in English. (This must be evident from the Transcript of Records/Diploma supplement/ Degree certificate).
* Applicants with a 4 year Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, Medicine, Pharmacy or Computer Science from India or Pakistan.
* Applicants with a Bachelor's degree (a Swedish Kandidatexamen or equivalent academic qualifications) with English as the major subject.
* Applicants who have 30 HE credits from a Nordic country and the language of instruction of the course/programme/university is English (proof thereof must be enclosed).
Specific admission requirements
A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related subject including courses in chemistry and chemical engineering or closely related subject corresponding to at least 75 higher education credits, of which at least 22,5 higher education credits in chemical engineering . In addition, courses in mathematics corresponding to at least 20 higher education credits as well as courses in numerical analysis/computer science corresponding to at least 9 higher education credits are required.
Selection process
The selection process for the Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment programme is based on a total evaluation of the following selection criteria: university, grade point average (GPA), course work related to the programme, motivation letter and relevant work experience, references and English proficiency.
Required documents
All applications must be supported by documentation including Transcripts of Records, Degree certificate/Diploma, proof of English proficiency etc.
In addition, the following set of documents is required for the Master's programme in Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment:
* Curriculum Vitae
* Letter of motivation
* Letters of recommendation
* Relevant work experience, if any
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