In this programme, you will acquire advanced knowledge and skills in chemical engineering and modern tools to analyse various processes. These processes can be anything from producing biofuels and energy storage to purifying drinking water and exhaust gases. You will gain competence across the entire chain, from raw materials to the final product. Analyses of the processes often encompass aspects such as chemicals, heat, electricity, and the environment.
This is a two-year programme (120 ECTS credits) in English. Graduates are awarded the degree of Master of Science. The programme is given mainly at KTH Campus in Stockholm by the School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health (at KTH).
Several courses include laboratory work in the research labs and are closely connected to ongoing research at the Department of Chemical Engineering. Research areas include batteries, carbon capture and storage, fuel cells, hydrogen systems, renewable fuel production and resource recovery. Through seminars and project assignments, you also develop skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and written and oral communication.
The programme also has close links to the Swedish industry, especially the motor vehicle industry through Scania and Volvo, and the energy utility industry through Vattenfall and Stockholm Exergi. The programme also offers a strong foundation for international activities, as most teachers have close connections with foreign universities and companies. For instance, there are good opportunities to study parts of the programme abroad through exchange programmes at other leading universities in chemical engineering or to carry out the degree project overseas.
Programme structure and progression
During the first year, you choose courses based on your academic background and interests. Examples of areas you may explore are energy processes, reaction engineering, separation processes and environmental systems analysis. The first year also includes a mandatory course in scientific theory and methodology.
In the second year, you continue to tailor your studies through elective courses and complete a mandatory project course in process design. The programme concludes with a degree project carried out during the final semester at KTH, another university or research institute, or in collaboration with a company.
Courses in the programme
The courses in the programme cover topics such as separation processes, transport phenomena, energy conversion systems, electrochemistry, batteries, fuel cells, environmental catalysis, exhaust gas cleaning, and sustainability issues related to energy conversion, chemical production and resource recovery.
Courses in the master's programme in Chemical Engineering for Energy and Environment
Meet students from the programme
"You meet people from many different countries and academic backgrounds, which creates a very open-minded atmosphere and allows you to learn from different perspectives and experiences."
Despoina from Greece
"KTH is one of the few universities that offer a programme like this and it felt like the perfect fit for my interests and career goals. I’ve really loved every part of my time at KTH so far!"
Melita from Mozambique/India