Master of Engineering (Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering)

About the course

This Master of Engineering (Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering) is a postgraduate coursework degree for qualified engineers seeking advanced, specialist capability in chemical and biomolecular engineering. You’ll focus on designing, operating and managing industrial processes while considering economic, environmental and societal constraints. Study includes core and elective engineering units, management and leadership, and a project or research pathway, delivered face to face.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue advanced engineering roles in industries that design, optimise and operate chemical and bioprocess systems. Opportunities can include process and production engineering, process design and optimisation, plant operations and management, process safety, and consulting across sectors such as chemicals, energy, food processing, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. This is a masters-level pathway for careers in chemical and biomolecular engineering. Preparing graduates for engineering management, technical leadership, and specialist design roles across industrial sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)