Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

Northeastern University

The Master of Science (MS) in Chemical Engineering offers students the opportunity to develop expertise to tackle pressing challenges facing our society and our planet in areas such as biomedicine, energy, security, and sustainability. The program allows students to develop an in-depth understanding of the principles of chemical engineering through core coursework and applied electives, while gaining career experience through laboratory research or co-op.Thesis (research-based) and course-based program options are offered. You may also participate in Northeastern’s cooperative education program, gaining up to eight months of professional work experience in your area of interest as part of the academic curriculum.With a premier location in downtown Boston, a hub of high tech, biotech, academia, and medical and pharmaceutical institutions, including world-renowned hospitals, research in the department leverages the wealth of collaborations with neighboring universities, hospitals, medical centers and industry.LEARNING OUTCOMESability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.ability to explain and apply engineering design principles, as appropriate to the program’s educational objectives.

College of Engineering