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Chemical Engineering – (M.Sc.)
Karlstad University
Faculty of Technology and Science
| Application Deadline: | January 17; Exchange students February 1 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free - ≈ € 10,500 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Karlstad / Sweden / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | August |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Karlstad University
As a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, with a profile in pulp, paper, surface treatment and printing of paper materials, you will be able to use your knowledge of chemical bonding, chemical reaction, and chemical engineering processes to develop new materials or to develop new production methods adapted to people and the environment. The knowledge you bring is indispensable for resolving problems where chemical properties are involved, for instance, in terms of material quality, combustion, pollution, and sustainable development.
Employment Market
As a Master of Chemical Engineering you can be in charge of process and production in the paper and pulp industry and similar industries, such as the process or power industry. You can work with process and product development, or be responsible for issues of the environment, cycles, and recycling in the public or private sector. You will have a solid foundation in technology, natural sciences, and mathematics, as well as the ability to cooperate and communicate. Your competencies will be of use in many technical areas, especially where creativity, leadership, and a holistic view are also required.
Degree
Students who meet the general as well as special requirements will, on completion of the programme, be awarded a degree of Master of Science in Chemical Engineering with specialisation in paper and surface treatment. For examination and assessment regulations, see under the heading "Learning outcomes" (or "aims") in the programme study plan.
Further Studies
Upon completion of the programme, you may continue with doctoral studies. The subject in which your doctor"s degree will be awarded will depend on your previous studies. You also need to meet the prerequisites for doctoral studies of the subject chosen.
Contents
You will be an expert in one of the most important branches of modern society - the preparation, refining and treatment of paper. The emphasis is on the industrial processes and production engineering relating to all aspects of paper production from the production of pulp to finished printed matters and packaging. The students often work together in projects. It is also possible for students to study other subjects in Karlstad or abroad.
Form of Instruction
Instruction i given in the form of lectures, classes, practices, laboratory work, and as project work under supervision.
Examination
There are no set examination periods, and generally no final exam at the end of a semester, an academic year, or a complete study programme. Examination usually takes place at the end of each course, module, or unit.
Professional Contact
The courses will have guest lecturers that work in the industry and are experts in their field. Courses during the first semester include study visits to nearby pulp and paper companies. In connection with projects students are introduced to one of the programme partner companies or any other suitable company, one of which may play a part in the completion of a degree project.
Course of study
Term 1
* Pulp, paper, surface treatment and graphic technology (Compulsory) 15 ECTS credits
* Pulp Technology, Advanced Course I (Compulsory) 7.5 ECTS credits
* Paper Technology, Advanced Course I (Compulsory) 7.5 ECTS credits
Total ECTS credits: 30
Term 2
* Surface Treatment and Printing of Paper Materials, Advanced Course I (Compulsory) 7.5 ECTS credits
* Pulp Technology, Advanced Course Part II (Elective) 7.5 ECTS credits
* Paper Technology, Advanced Course II (Elective) 7.5 ECTS credits
* Surface Treatment and Printing of Paper Materials, Advanced Course II (Elective) 7.5 ECTS credits
* Tissue Products and Technology (Elective) 7.5 ECTS credits
Total ECTS credits: 30*
Term 3
* Optional course (Optional) 15 ECTS credits
* Optional course (Optional) 7.5 ECTS credits
* Optional course (Optional) 7.5 ECTS credits
Total ECTS credits: 30
Term 4
* Chemical Engineering: Degree Project (Compulsory) 30 ECTS credits
Total ECTS credits: 30
* Full-time study always equals 30 ECTS credits per term (20 weeks).
Elective course: Students are free to choose among certain alternative courses, often depending on their choice of specialisation.
Optional course: Students are free to choose any course offered at Karlstad University or at other universities. Courses listed are examples of recommended or frequently chosen courses for a specific programme.
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Requirements
A Bachelor´s degree of 180 ECTS cr. in Chemical Engineering,or equivalent including the following:Mathematics 30 ECTS cr. Basic Chemistry (min. 30 ECTS cr.) and Chemical Engineering (min. 40 ECTS cr.) totalling at least 90 ECTS cr.Basic Science and Engineering (min. 15 ECTS cr.).Course/s relevant to the engineering profession 5 ECTS cr. in the humanities, social sciences or gender studies.
You must have documented your knowledge of English through the TOEFL test (paper-based test: 575 / computer-based test: 213 / Internet-based test: 90) or IELTS (required score 6.5 - no band lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 575 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 213 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
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