Designed to develop research capabilities and offer advanced learning opportunities, this two-year program includes courses, a research seminar and a thesis.

The specific objectives of the program are as follows:

a) provide opportunities for students to specialize in specific areas of Chemical Engineering and to participate in ongoing research programs;
b) provide opportunities for practicing engineers to develop as researchers and to contribute to engineering sciences;
c) foster the scholarly skills and independent research abilities of students through advanced courses, innovative applied research, writing of theses and  scientific papers, as well as presentations at seminars and scientific conferences;
d) attract outstanding undergraduate students to graduate studies and lay a foundation that encourages the pursuit of doctoral studies in Chemical Engineering and related disciplines;
e) help students acquire skills for future academic careers through their work as teaching assistants and student mentors