Description
The Integrated Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering is offered by the Department of Chemical Engineering of the School of Engineering of the University of Patras. The programme provides comprehensive scientific and technological education in chemical engineering and technology, chemical processes, materials technology, energy production and storage, environmental protection and biotechnology. Students acquire theoretical knowledge, laboratory experience and practical skills for the design, development, optimisation and application of chemical engineering processes and technologies.
Relation to Employment
The programme prepares Chemical Engineers for employment in industry, energy, environment, materials, biotechnology and research and development, as well as for postgraduate and doctoral studies. The Department's main areas are Process and Environmental Engineering, Chemical Technology and Applied Physical Chemistry, and Materials Science and Technology.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission is carried out through the Panhellenic Examinations or transfer examinations, in accordance with the applicable legislation. To obtain the degree, students are required to successfully complete ten semesters of study and accumulate 300 ECTS credits. The programme leads to a single and undivided degree (Integrated Master).
Knowledge
Graduates of the Department, upon completion of the programme, are expected to:
•Possess comprehensive knowledge of the fundamental and applied sciences of chemical engineering.
•Understand the principles of design, analysis, simulation and optimisation of chemical processes.
•Have knowledge of transport phenomena, reactors, thermodynamics, energy and chemical technology.
•Understand the environmental, energy and technological aspects of industrial processes.
•Have knowledge of modern materials, biotechnology and environmental protection technologies.
Skills
Upon completion of the programme, students will be able to:
•Apply scientific and engineering methods for the design, analysis and optimisation of processes.
•Use computational tools, mathematical models and simulation techniques to solve complex problems.
•Design and evaluate industrial processes, energy systems and technological applications.
•Analyse environmental problems and develop technological solutions for environmental protection.
•Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative technological applications.
Competences
Graduates will be able to:
•Address complex chemical engineering problems through analytical, synthetic and innovative approaches.
•Responsibly undertake the design, development, operation and optimisation of industrial processes.
•Make documented decisions based on technical, economic, energy and environmental criteria.
•Contribute to the development of sustainable technologies in energy, environmental engineering, materials and industrial production.
•Continue their scientific and professional development through research and lifelong learning.