Overview
As a research student, you will have the opportunity to work alongside leading experts and contribute to cutting-edge research projects that address some of the most pressing challenges in the industry.
The state-of-the-art facilities and interdisciplinary approach ensure that you gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in areas such as process engineering, materials science, environmental engineering, and biochemical engineering.
The Chemical Engineering programme from the University Teknologi PETRONAS is tailored to support your academic and professional growth, preparing you for a successful career in academia, industry, or research institutions. Join them and become part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing the frontiers of chemical engineering.
Career Prospects
A PhD opens up advanced career opportunities such as:
- Academic roles as university professors or researchers
- Senior R&D positions in industries such as Oil & Gas & Energy Sector, processing industry, environmental & sustainability, materials, pharmaceutical, Safety, etc.
- Leadership roles in engineering consultancy firms ·
- Entrepreneurial ventures in innovative chemical engineering technologies or solutions.
PhD graduates are also highly sought after for their problem-solving, analytical, and technical expertise.
Programme Outcomes
- Demonstrate continuing and advanced knowledge and have the capabilities to further develop or use these in new situation or multi-disciplinary contexts
- Analyse and evaluate problems in the Engineering discipline critically particularly in situations with limited information.
- Appraise available information and research evidence and apply it in the Engineering context.
- Plan and perform research undertakings professionally, ethically and responsibly
- Report technical findings in both written and oral forms
- Recognise the needs for continuing professional development
- Evaluate problems and provide solutions through the application of appropriate tools and techniques in Engineering.
Programme Objectives
- Experts who are able to practice the knowledge acquired, conduct independent research and generate innovative and creative solution for research and scholarly activities in chemical engineering related fields.
- Experts who promotes lifelong learning and are able to contribute to knowledge creation, innovation and creative solutions for the well-being and betterment of societies.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Process Monitoring, Fault Detection, and Diagnosis
- Process Modelling, Control, and Simulation
- Carbon Footprint Assessment, Sustainability Assessment, and Process Optimization
- Ionic Liquids for Chemical Processes, Surfactant Technology, green extraction, and energy applications
- Gas Hydrate for Carbon Capture & Storage, Desalination, and Flow Assurance
- Advanced Functional Nanomaterials
- CO2 Capture, Utilization, and Catalytic Reforming
- Biomass Processing and Biofuel Production
- Waste-to-Energy and Waste-to-Resources
- Hydrogen Production
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Seri Iskandar, Malaysia
Disciplines
Chemical Engineering View 3 other PhDs in Chemical Engineering in MalaysiaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates must hold a Master Degree* in the relevant field OR equivalent from a recognized university.
- Bachelor’s Degree with first class OR minimum final CGPA 3.65/4.00 or its equivalent field from recognised university / institution & pass UTP internal rigorous assessment.
- Candidates to enrol in Engineering programmes but having qualification from different disciplines must undergo TWO pre-requisite courses. (Principles of Chemical Engineering and Process Safety and Loss Prevention).
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents16600 MYR / year≈ 16600 MYR / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents12200 MYR / year≈ 12200 MYR / year
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