Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical Engineering)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe chemical engineering discipline is principally concerned with the application of knowledge of how materials and chemicals interact, or can be converted in some way to a more useful form, as part of a processing, production, or refining process.
Chemical engineers work in a wide range of domains from mineral processing, mining, and oil and gas through to industries associated with clothing, food, packaging, fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, and many other manufacturing and biological processes.
The program focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relevant to professional engineering practice and, along with a sound theoretical base, includes strong elements of practical problem solving, teamwork, and project development. As a result, graduates will gain strong analytical skills and have the ability to lead complex projects as well as having multiple technical and transferable skill competencies.
The course provides a sound basis in mechanics, mathematics, and the principles of engineering design in the first two years of study, along with core areas of engineering science including chemistry and materials science, fluid mechanics, process systems, and thermodynamics. In the final two years of study, a range of more specialist chemical engineering topics are covered including process design, operations and control, to prepare students to enter their chosen profession with relevant knowledge and skills.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Academic Admission requirements (Band 4)
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to have Mathematics: Methods ATAR, with equivalents considered, and Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR or Chemistry ATAR or Mathematics: Specialist ATAR, with equivalents considered.
It is desirable that all applicants have Chemistry ATAR and either Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR, with equivalents considered, students without Chemistry ATAR or either Physics ATAR or Engineering Studies ATAR may need to take bridging unit(s) in the first year of their studies.
All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Diploma or equivalent;
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.*
English Language requirements (Band 3)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.
Chemical Engineer
A Chemical Engineer designs processes for turning chemical materials into useable products. You might examine the chemical properties of materials...
Composites Engineer
A Composites Engineer designs, develops, and tests composite materials used in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and construction....
Materials Engineer
A Materials Engineer designs, develops, and tests materials used in various products and manufacturing processes. They focus on improving materials...
Petrochemical Engineer
A Petrochemical Engineer designs and develops processes for producing petrochemicals from oil and natural gas. You might work in industrial setting...
Process Engineer
A Process Engineer develops equipment and machinery used in the manufacturing industry. You might create equipment used to make new products or mak...
Pharmaceutical Engineer
Pharmaceutical Engineers formulate and produce medications and pharmaceutical products as well as vaccines and cosmetics. They can be involved in r...
About Edith Cowan University
ECU has more than 30,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, including international students from 100 countries.
Our eight schools collectively deliver a diverse range of courses across arts and humanities, business and law, education, engineering, medical and health sciences, nursing and midwifery, science and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Courses are offered on our three campuses – ECU Joondalup and ECU Mount Lawley in metropolitan Perth and ECU South West in Bunbury, 200km south of the capital city. ECU also offers a comprehensive suite of online study options.
