Master of Science - Chemical Engineering - General Principles and Applications

The Master of Science (MS) in Chemical Engineering at Northeastern University offers three concentrations to prepare students with knowledge and skills that align with their career interests. Students can pursue research with the general principles and applications concentration, or topical areas with the course-based concentrations in biosystems or sustainability that integrate chemical engineering knowledge with systems applications for industry. Additionally, a common computational-based core curriculum gives students important real-world mathematical tools, while experience through research opportunities or our industry-leading cooperative education program provides a competitive edge.

General Principles and Applications

This research-based concentration is ideal for those planning to continue their studies toward a PhD or are interested in research careers. Students develop an in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles of chemical engineering and gain expertise in modern topics in the field through select elective courses.

Students choose from thesis or report options. Thesis topics can be selected from a diverse range of faculty research interests. Department research areas include Biomolecular & Biomedical Systems, Complex & Computational Systems, Energy & Sustainability, Engineering Education & Pedagogy, and Materials & Nanotechnology.