CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING.

Course Aim:
Graduates can conduct independent research in the field of chemical engineering, and contribute significantly to the body of knowledge through the understanding, application and evaluation of existing knowledge.

Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
This qualification is intended for chemical engineers or technologists working in process related industries. Learners achieving this qualification have the competence to conduct independent research under minimal guidance in the field of chemical engineering, and contribute significantly to knowledge production through the understanding, application and evaluation of existing knowledge. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation which complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level.

Opportunities:
Graduates follow a career in research and development in industry and at research institutes. They are also employed in teaching and research positions at higher education institutions.

Admission requirements:
• An NQF level 9 Masters qualification in Chemical Engineering or related field.
Prospective postgraduate students for full thesis studies must first find a provisional research topic or research area, and possible supervisor.

For information on the fields / areas of study and Supervisors go to:
Research Areas and Supervisors (https://www.cput.ac.za/study/research-areas-and-supervisors)

Acceptance is dependent on a supervisor being available for the specific field of study, as well as space / equipment availability - the student should consult with the department before submitting their application.


Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements

Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements

Syllabus and fees

Please note:

The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.


Prepare this quote for:
SEVENTH YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)

RESEARCH PROJECT AND DISSERTATION (CHM710R)
R 22,790.00


Offering type: PART-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS
Offering type: FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS

For any queries get in contact with:
Prof T Ojumu
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NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.

Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.