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Welcome to Chemical Engineering Department, UTP 

 
Experience the Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Campus
 
Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Facilities at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS 

TOP 100 GLOBA​L EXCELLENCE

#87 World Ranking | #2 In Malaysia ​
​QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 [Chemical Engineering]

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Why St​udy Chemical Engineering

Chemical engineering is at the heart of modern society - In the clean water we drink, the food we eat, the fuel in our cars, the electricity that lights up our homes, the plastics and materials we use​ daily, and even the medicines that keep us healthy. It also powers the world's most advanced industries, from creating high-performance materials for the semiconductor and electronics sector, to producing life-saving pharmaceuticals, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable technologies for a greener future. Chemical engineers design solutions that make the world more efficient, sustainable, and resilient.​


Why ​Choose UTP Chemical Engineering?

​World-Class Excellence, Proven Results​

​​​​Join a program ranked #2 in Malaysia and Top 100 globally. Our #87 world ranking  ensures your degree carries international prestige, backed by a curriculum defined by academic excellence and industry-leading research. 

Build your future where excellence is the standard:
  • Industry-Driven Curriculum: Designed in close collaboration with global industry leaders.
  • Hands-on Excellence: Master strong fundamentals through real-world problem-solving and practical experience.
  • ​Global Career Readiness: Develop the high-demand skills needed for a successful international career.


​​Your Global Career Starts at UTP

​Be part of a world-class academic community. Build the expertise needed for high-demand careers in energy, sustainability, and advanced technology.​​ Apply now and start your journey with Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS​!


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Chemical Engineering Department - Programmes
​​Our programme is internationally recognised and professionally accredited
QS Ranking Top Choice

  • ​Fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC), Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).
  • Recognised under the Washington Accord International Accreditation Agreement, ensuring global recognition.

Our Programmes:

Undergraduate Programme


Student Experience

Postgraduate Programmes

Get a Head Start with the Integrated MSc Pathway!

Final-year students in the Bachelor of Chemical Engineering programme have the opportunity to specialise through an integrated pathway leading to a Master of Science (MSc) degree. This option allows students to enrol in master's-level coursework while completing their bachelor's studies.

Integrated Programme Leading to MSc Process Safety
  • Final year students with this specialisation have an option to take MSc in Process Safety course.
  • Vertical credit transfer for courses with a grade B or better.
  • Graduate MSc Process Safety in less than 1 year.
Course Name Code G Cr
Human Factors CBM5513 CSp 3
Safe Design and Operation CBM5143 CSp 3
Principles of Process Safety Management CBM5113 CSp 3
Principles of Hazard Analysis & Risk Management CBM5123 CSp 3
                                   
Integrated Programme Leading to MSc Process Integration
Course Name Code G Cr
Heat Integration CEB4313 CSp 3
Process Optimisation CEB4333 CSp 3
Advanced Process Control CEB4343 CSp 3
                                   

All of our postgraduate programmes are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). ​​