Chemical Engineering (Honours) / Science

About the course

This combined degree builds advanced chemical engineering capability alongside a strong science foundation, completed in five years. You’ll apply physics and chemistry to analyse and design processes, plants and control systems with a focus on productivity, safety and sustainability. The science component strengthens chemistry knowledge that supports engineering practice and opens broader pathways in laboratory and research-oriented fields in chemical engineering and science. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can work across diverse industries where chemical engineering and chemistry intersect, applying process design, safety and sustainability expertise. Typical roles include biotechnology engineer, nuclear engineer, chemical safety manager, water treatment designer, mineral processing engineer and bio-engineer. This Bachelor (Honours) combined program prepares you for multidisciplinary careers spanning engineering operations, advanced manufacturing, resources, energy, water and applied science sectors.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as industrial relations officer, Metallurgical Engineer, mining engineer, chemical engineer, and etc. in companies including Shell, ExxonMobil, Sinopec, SABIC, DowDuPont, and etc.

Living Costs in Newcastle**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353

Average Salary**

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