Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)

RMIT University

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

079626B

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 45,120 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)

About

Studying chemical engineering at RMIT brings together engineering science with engineering design and practice.

RMIT's Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours) will equip you with the skills and knowlege to design sustainable processes and products for the benefit of society, businesses and the environment.

In this chemical engineering degree, you’ll cover the application of chemical sciences, physics, and biological sciences and technology, to design and improve industrial processes such as water purification, food production and processing, or to develop products such as cosmetics or pharmaceuticals.

Why study chemical engineering at RMIT?

Graduate career-ready

Gain experience and connections via industry-based projects and placements, work-integrated learning, and guest lecturers.

Practical learning

You will learn through project-based learning, providing you with practical experience and preparing you for the workforce.

International recognition

Recognised by Engineers Australia and the Institution of Chemical Engineers, enabling you to practise in many countries around the world.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Chemical engineers are in demand, not only in Australia, but across the globe.

With a rapidly growing population, the need for more efficient processing industries will become more important to ensure manufacturing minimises their environmental impact by using less energy and producing less waste.

In Australia, chemical engineers and engineering specialists can find jobs in:

the chemical, petroleum and petrochemical industries
the food industry
water industry
environmental management and pollution control
mineral and metallurgical industries
plastics/polymers
biomaterials and diagnostic agents
pharmaceuticals and vaccines
cosmetics
electricity and gas utilisation
research and development
project design and consulting.

RMIT graduates have gone on to have successful careers in a range of organisations including:

Basell
BP
Cadbury
Cryovac
CSL
CUB
ExxonMobil
Kraft
Moldflow
Rio Tinto.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 45,120

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.