Engineering School of Chemical Engineering

One degree, many career choices

You are the future in environmental technology, energy, functional materials, food and health.

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  • 1st in Australia

    National Taiwan University Ranking, 2020

  • 10th in the world

    National Taiwan University Ranking, 2020

  • 4th in Australia

    Chemical Engineering, QS Top Universities Ranking by Subject, 2020
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Study areas

Chemical Engineering

If you’re looking for a wide variety of career options, Chemical Engineering is a versatile area.

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Food Technology

Have you thought about the large and complex global systems that govern our food. That’s where Food Science & Technology comes in.

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Energy and Resources

Engineers have unique skills to identify sources of energy or resources that can be used in various ways to meet the needs of society.

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Environmental and Sustainability

Environment and Sustainability Engineering is the type of engineering that seeks to undo past damage to the planet and work with the natural environment to create a better future for humanity.

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Research & impact

Our research

We provide solutions that introduce better-performing materials, refine and improve manufacturing processes, and address the increasing importance of sustainability in our endeavours.

Research areas

We push the frontiers of such areas as advanced process systems engineering, biomaterials and medical devices, food and health, macromolecular and interfacial engineering, and sensor technology and advanced materials.

Research centres

Our research centres are internationally recognised for their multidisciplinary approach that brings together expertise from a range of fields. We're committed to solving some of the biggest, most challenging problems facing the world.

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