The instruction in our program is a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application. Our faculty, who are experts in their respective fields, provide students with a solid foundation in the principles of chemical engineering, while also offering opportunities for hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories. This balance of theory and practice ensures that our students are well-versed in the field's academic aspects and have the practical skills necessary to excel in the industry.

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The total number of hours required for a master’s in chemical engineering is 30. A minimum of 9 hours from the departmental graduate core course requirement, with (CHEM ENG 5150) being an optional course, plus 6-12 hours of additional coursework. A Master's thesis from research must also be prepared and defended, which shall include 6-12 credit hours of (CHEM ENG 6099).

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General Information

The Linda and Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (https://chbe.mst.edu/) is housed in the 68,000 square-foot Bertelsmeyer Hall and home to approximately 300 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students. Our non-thesis MS in Chemical Engineering focuses on advanced coursework and practical applications within the field, making it ideal for students seeking to enhance their professional skills and industry readiness or to explore research opportunities and doctoral studies.

The curriculum is designed for a balance between required courses in the core areas and elective courses of interest to students. It also carries the opportunities for students to earn additional graduate certificates in Chemical Process Engineering or Carbon Management Engineering, to switch to thesis MS or PhD study, and to complete the MS study in one year or over 3-4 semesters.

The department is committed to providing a supportive environment to students through efforts such as direct advising by the graduate coordinator, distance/online option to select courses, and organizing socializing opportunities. Generous scholarships are also available from the campus, which apart from studying, also boasts a close-knit atmosphere as well as convenient access to St. Louis and many other Midwestern metropolitan areas and to abundant natural beauty in the Ozarks of Missouri.

Admission Requirements

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering or allied engineering and science fields.
• GPA: minimum 3.0/4.0.
• GRE: optional
• Transcripts: 4-year college transcripts required
• English proficiency test score requirements: TOEFL ≥ 80, IELTS ≥ 7.5, Duolingo ≥ 115, or PTE ≥ 58 (international students only).
• Statement of Purpose and two letters of recommendation.

Program Requirements

The non-thesis MS in Chemical Engineering requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, which must include: (i) a minimum of 24 credit hours at the 4000 level or higher (3000-level bridge courses may be included) in chemical engineering, including the four required core courses listed below, and (ii) at least 9 credit hours of 6000-level lecture courses. No credit hours of ChE 6099 Research can be counted for non-thesis MS degree even for those switching from thesis to non-thesis option.

Required Core Courses (12 Credit Hours)

• CHEM ENG 5100: Intermediate Transport Phenomena (3 credit hours, offered every fall)
• CHEM ENG 5110: Intermediate Chemical Reactor Design (3 credit hours, offered every spring)
• CHEM ENG 5150: Intermediate Process Computing (3 credit hours, offered every fall)
• CHEM ENG 5220: Intermediate Engineering Thermodynamics (3 credit hours, offered very fall)

6000-Level Lecture Courses (9 Credit Hours)

• CHEM ENG 6110: Advanced Transport Phenomena (3 credit hours, offered every fall)
• CHEM ENG 6100: Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (3 credit hours, offered every spring)
• CHEM ENG 6300: Biomaterials II (3 credit hours, offered every fall)

Three credit hours of Chem Eng 6015 can be used as equivalent to a 3 credit hour, 6000 level lecture course.

Recommended Elective Courses to Fulfill Program Requirements (9 Credit Hours):

• CHEM ENG 5325: Carbon Capture Process Engineering (3 credit hours, offered every spring)
• CHEM ENG 5001: Special Topic: Energy Engineering (3 credit hours, offered every spring)
• PET ENG 5050: Carbon Storage (3 credit hours, offered every spring)

These are only recommended electives, and the remaining hours may be selected from other courses meeting the requirements above.

A complete list of available courses and their scheduling can be found here: https://cec.mst.edu/academics/course-availability/ under the Chemical and Biochemical Engineering heading. These courses are offered periodically and may be used as substitutes for certain courses while still meeting program requirements.