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During this programme, you will: 

• Gain advanced theoretical and practical expertise in chemical and biochemical engineering 

• Learn from a team of internationally recognised researchers, with UL ranked in the top 250 globally for chemical engineering (QS Rankings) 

• Apply modern engineering methods and tools to real-world challenges across pharmaceutical, chemical, and process industries 

• Develop professional versatility through research-led teaching, hands-on projects, and industry-relevant modules 

• Enhance your career prospects in Ireland, the EU, and beyond, or prepare for further academic research pathways 

Key information: 

• Completed full-time in one year 

• Delivered on campus 

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters (September – May) 

• Submit a Chemical Engineering research project at the end of the summer semester. It can be defined and executed in an academic or industrial setting

• Full-time students take 5 core modules and 1 elective modules 

Autumn Semester

•  This module builds on students' basic knowledge of chemical reaction engineering and provides advanced insights and skills necessary for the design, scale-up, and optimisation of chemical reactors. 

• This module will cover the theories behind various molecular modelling techniques and practical applications thereof. 

• Students will apply contemporary commercial and open-source software to research questions that they select, focusing on applications of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and molecular simulation. 

• The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the fundamentals of mass transfer, advanced mass transfer concepts and processes, separation processes, and particle-fluid interactions. 

Choice of one elective* from the following: 

Spring Semester 

• The goal is to enable students to acquire key principles of PI so as to enable next generation, resource efficient, cleaner, and sustainable chemical processes. The module will also include evaluation of alternative intensification strategies with reference to resource efficiency, productivity and overall sustainability. 

• The module allows a student to develop knowledge and skills in the design, operation and optimisation of bioprocess plants for the whole range of circular and sustainable bio-based commodity and speciality chemical, pharmaceutical, food and feed, fuels and environmental industries. 

• The purpose of this module is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, standards, and practices of safe automation and process control. Students will learn to design, implement, and manage process control systems that minimize risks, enhance safety, and promote sustainability. 

Choice of one elective* from the following: 

 Summer Semester

*For students without a chemical engineering background, the elective modules will be replaced by two core chemical engineering modules (,   

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library. 

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 1 (2:1) in a related branch of Engineering such as Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.  

• Applications from graduates with a primary degree in a related science background (e.g. Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Applied Physics, Biotechnology, Material Science) at first-class honours level or with prior work experience in the field of chemical and biochemical engineering are welcome. 

• Applicants must also show evidence of proficiency in mathematics (particularly in linear algebra and differential and integral calculus), chemistry, chemical thermodynamics, physical chemistry, reaction kinetics, and have experimental skills working in a science and engineering lab  

• The university may shortlist and invite you to an interview. 

Other Entry Considerations: 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme. 

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. 

International students:  

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students. 

Checklist of Documents: 

• *Academic transcripts and certificates
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID.
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• English translation of your qualifications and transcripts 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application  

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying. 

TBC

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships. 

• Graduates of this course are in high demand by major Irish and multinational companies for employment as chemical/process/project engineers.  

• Industries include process industries such as pharmaceutical, chemical and biochemical, oil and gas, healthcare, food and drink, water, and consumer goods.  

• Graduates have been employed also by companies making equipment or components for processes and the biomedical and IT industries.  

• Graduates may also pursue a PhD degree after upskilling their Chemical and Biochemical Engineering background.   

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below.     

Online Information Sessions