Description
The Integrated Master's Degree Programme of the School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering of the Technical University of Crete provides interdisciplinary education in chemical engineering and environmental engineering. It includes a common core of studies and two specialisations: Chemical Engineering, focusing on the design and development of chemical processes, industrial facilities, materials and energy applications, and Environmental Engineering, focusing on environmental protection and management, water resources, waste treatment and environmental technologies.
Relation to Employment
Graduates of the School may work in the design and development of processes and industrial facilities, materials technology, environmental management, the protection and utilisation of natural and mineral resources, food technology, energy production and storage, as well as in industry, the environment, energy, biotechnology, nanotechnology and biomedical applications.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission is through the national entrance examinations or qualifying (transfer) examinations, in accordance with the applicable legislation. The award of the degree requires the successful completion of ten semesters of study and the accumulation of 300 ECTS credits. The program leads to the award of an Integrated Master's Degree.
Knowledge
Graduates acquire knowledge of chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, environmental engineering, hydraulics, hydrology, water resources management, climate change, environmental management, waste treatment and energy.
Skills
Graduates develop skills in environmental monitoring and assessment, environmental systems management, the design of water and waste treatment facilities, water resources management and the preparation of environmental studies.
Competences
Graduates are able to assess and implement solutions to complex environmental problems, design and manage environmental and engineering projects, and collaborate with other engineering and scientific disciplines.