Southampton is a centre for outstanding research in engineering and chemistry; on this one-year masters degree you’ll benefit from our academics’ expertise in both subject areas, as well as our strong industry links. Distinctive for its focus on sustainable approaches to chemical engineering, it offers an advanced training in process control and reactor design for sustainable technologies, enabling you to solve complex engineering problems. You’ll also gain real-world insights by working on a brief set by industry, boosting your employability. In the context of climate change and diminishing natural resources, demand is growing for chemical engineers with the skills to design sustainable technologies and processes. Drawing on Southampton’s innovative research in areas such as low-carbon technology, fine chemicals, green energy, and water/wastewater engineering, the MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering degree will equip you with the specialist skill set needed to meet this demand. You’ll graduate with a Southampton engineering degree that is highly respected by employers, with excellent job prospects in sectors such as energy, pharmaceuticals and biochemicals. Chemical engineering is a well-rewarded career with exciting opportunities; average salaries for experienced Chartered Chemical Engineers can reach over £70,000, and your skills will be sought after by companies around the world.

You’ll graduate with in-depth chemical engineering knowledge, technical know-how, and the professional skills that employers are looking for. You’ll be able to demonstrate your ability to communicate, solve problems, work as part of a team, fulfil a brief and meet deadlines, helping your CV to stand out. Career destinations include technical and managerial roles within a range of sectors, including biochemical engineering, fine chemicals, sustainable power generation, water/waste water management, health, safety and environment. Whether you’re interested in working for a large chemicals company or a specialist consultancy, you’ll have plenty of career option. Potential roles include: chemical engineer pharmaceutical engineer environmental process engineer research and development engineer product/process development scientist The programme also provides an excellent basis for further study at PhD level, in chemical engineering or a related discipline. Supporting your career goals From CV and interview clinics to networking events and careers fairs, our Careers and Employability Service offers a wealth of opportunities to enhance your employability. If you are interested in starting your own enterprise, our on-campus start-up accelerator, Future Worlds, can help. The Future Worlds team runs workshops, offers advice and can put you in touch with mentors and potential investors.