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Combined Chemical Engineering Degree

B.S. and M.S./M.Eng.

Chemical engineers are in high demand, and opportunities in industry or government are growing.

If you’re looking for the fastest route to a graduate degree and a rewarding career, a combined bachelor's and master's degree in Chemical Engineering will get you there.

Program type:
Accelerated (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
5-6 years
Credit hours:
148-156

Why earn a combined chemical engineering degree?

Undergraduate Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 15
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

 

Graduate Application Deadlines
Fall:
May 15* | Aug. 1
Spring:
Oct. 15* | Dec. 1
Summer:
March 15* | May 1

*Priority deadline

If you're an international student, refer to the international application process for deadlines.

Complete the required courses, and you'll earn both your bachelor's and master's degrees at the same time. You’ll declare your program of study as an undergraduate student and follow a straightforward plan to graduate with a master’s degree.

  1. Incoming freshman or transfer students apply to UND as an undergraduate student.
  2. After completing 60 credits, apply to the School of Graduate Studies.

All major industries benefit from innovations in chemical engineering. If you're looking for an accelerated path to ultimately achieve your bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and master's in Chemical Engineering, this program is for you. The M.Eng. program includes more courses (including electives), while the M.S. program includes a thesis and/or research project.

You'll achieve the advanced knowledge and technical proficiency needed to make substantial advancements in your chemical engineering career. This accelerated Chemical Engineering degree program is focused on giving you the real-world expertise to:

  • Learn the technical skills to become a more proficient researcher, with the ability to formulate, assess and effectively communicate a hypothesis
  • Gain proficiency in design, with the ability to solve complex chemical engineering problems.
  • Be prepared for a career in industry, government, or pave the way to a profession in teaching on your way to pursuing a doctoral degree.

Research interests in the Chemical Engineering department include:

  • Sustainable and bio-based fuels and chemicals
  • Polymeric membranes and biomaterials
  • Biocomposite, nanocomposite, and nanobiocomposite materials
  • Life cycle analysis
  • K-12 engineering education
  • Computational fluid dynamics modeling
  • Rare earth elements processing
  • Carbon capture, utilization and storage

Combined Degree in Chemical Engineering

  • Take advantage of an opportunity to extend your studies to include a graduate degree and advanced research.

  • Further your knowledge with key areas: energy technologies, fuels, sustainability, material reactions and other related areas.

  • Participate in projects conducted through our interdisciplinary research programs, or in collaboration with the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC).

  • Structure your graduate program with innovative research, and both traditional and alternative course study (independent study or distance coursework) so you can achieve your goals.

  • Enhance your professional skills at 60+ free workshops offered through the UND School of Graduate Studies. Our goal is to provide you with the workforce skills and job search strategies to succeed.

  • Raise your grades by getting free academic support at UND. We offer individual tutoring sessions, along with specialized writing and math support programs.

 Is a master's in chemical engineering worth it?

112k

Median annual salary for a chemical engineer, 2023

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

10%

Projected job outlook for chemical engineers through 2033

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

UND graduates can expect a range of opportunities in careers like:

  • Chemical process engineer
  • Process manager
  • Processing engineering manager
  • Project manager
  • Senior chemical engineer

Some of the biggest companies in the world have hired UND graduates with this combined chemical engineering degree. These companies include:

  • 3M
  • Archer Daniels Midland Company
  • Boston Scientific Corporation
  • Cargill
  • Dakota Gasification Company
  • Dow Chemical
  • Energizer Battery
  • Intel
  • Marathon Oil
  • Schlumberger
  • U.S. Steel

Combined Chemical Engineering Degree Courses

CHE 504. Air Pollution Control. 3 Credits.

Identification of major air pollutants from stationary and mobile sources and methods of controlling their emissions; dispersion of air pollutants in the atmosphere; photochemical air pollution; federal and state regulations. Prerequisite: Background equivalent to CHEM 122, MATH 265, and PHYS 252 is expected.

CHE 503. Fuels Technology. 3-4 Credits.

Processing and utilization of low rank fuels.

CHE 532. Explosives: Theory and Modeling. 3 Credits.

A theoretical and mathematical study of: the thermodynamics of deflagrations and detonations, classification and formulation of explosives and their combustion characteristics. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHE 303. F.

CHE 509. Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics. 3 Credits.

Chemical Engineering processes from the standpoint of quantitative thermodynamics. Special emphasis on thermodynamics of chemical reactions. Prerequisite: Background equivalent to CHE 303 is expected. F, even years.

CHE 525. Polymer Engineering. 3 Credits.

Basic polymer structures and characterization. Polymerization reactions and kinetics of condensation and chain growth polymerizations. Polymerization processes including bulk, suspension, solution, and emulsion polymerizations. Polymer processing technologies including extrusion, and injection molding. Prerequisite: CHE 321 and CHE 301.

CHE 531. Rocket Propulsion. 3 Credits.

A theoretical and mathematical study of space flight, the thermodynamics of rocket propulsion, classification and formulation of propellants and their combustion characteristics, and rocket motors. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHE 303. F.

Online Combined Chemical Engineering Degree

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Flexible Online Combined Chemical Engineering Courses

With asynchronous classes, you do not attend class at a set time. If you need to balance work, family and other commitments, this flexible format allows you to learn anywhere at any time.

Depending on your instructor, you’ll learn online through:

  • Lesson modules
  • Streaming video content
  • Virtual libraries
  • Posted lectures
  • Online simulations

There will be times when you interact with your instructor and classmates through online discussion boards, polls and chat rooms.

Your learning revolves around materials that can be accessed on your own time within a set time frame. However, this is not a self-paced course. You’ll have structure and deadlines.

Campus Visit

While the majority of coursework is online, you’ll get to come to campus for 1 - 2 weeks during the summer to meet your professors and complete the laboratory portions of the chemical engineering program. Your time on the UND campus is designed to integrate, extend and apply the knowledge you’ve learned during your online courses. Your campus visit will include:

  • Hands-on chemical engineering labs or simulations
  • Opportunities to interact with faculty and other students in chemical engineering

The hands on experience necessary for chemical engineering can only be gained on your campus visit, where you work over a short period of time with dedicated faculty and teaching assistants to build experience and master the job skills you need.

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Online Student Resources

Over a third of UND's student population is exclusively online; plus, more take a combination of online and on-campus classes. You can feel reassured knowing you won't be alone in your online learning journey, and you'll have resources and services tailored to your needs.

No matter how you customize your online experience, you’ll get the same top-quality education as any other on campus student.

  • Same degree: All online programs are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Your transcript and diploma are exactly the same as our on-campus students.
  • Same classes: You’ll take courses from UND professors, start and end the semesters at the same time and take the same classes as a student on campus.
  • Real interaction: You can ask questions, get feedback and regularly connect with your professors, peers and professionals in the field.
  • Your own academic advisor: As an invaluable go-to, they’re focused on you, your personal success and your future career.
  • Free online tutoring: We're here to help you one-on-one at no cost. Plus, get access to a variety of self-help online study resources.
  • Unlimited academic coaching: Need support to achieve your academic goals or feeling stumped by a tough course? We'll help with everything from stress and time management to improving your memory to achieve higher test scores.
  • Full online access: Dig into virtual research at UND's libraries. Improve your writing skills with online help from the UND Writing Center. Get online access to career services, veteran and military services, financial services and more.
  • 24/7 technical support: UND provides free computer, email and other technical support for all online students.
  • Networking opportunities: Our significant online student population means you’ll have a large pool of peers to connect with. UND has numerous online events and activities to keep you connected.

Best Online College

Our high alumni salaries and job placement rates, with affordable online tuition rates make UND a best-value university for online education. UND's breadth of online programs rivals all other nonprofit universities in the Upper Midwest making UND one of the best online schools in the region.

UND ranks among the best online colleges in the nation for:

  • Affordability
  • Student satisfaction (retention rate)
  • Academic quality (4-year graduate rate)
  • Student outcomes (20-year return on investment per Payscale.com)

Leaders in Engineering

Helping you fulfill your aspirations is our highest priority. We'll work with you to design a custom educational plan that meets your goals.

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Check out the chemical engineering faculty you'll work with at UND or discover additional degree opportunities.

Department Contact 
Yun Ji
Graduate Program Director
P 701.777.4456

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