2026/09/01
INTELLIGENT CHEMICAL ENGINEERING （MATERIALS AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING）
Start date
Duration
2 years
Fees
Degree Conferred
Professional Master Degree, Master of Materials and Chemical Engineering
Major Overview
The Chemical Engineering discipline at East China University of Science and Technology is among the earliest engineering master’s programs approved by the Academic Degrees Committee of the State Council. The program is dedicated to cultivating high-level, interdisciplinary engineering professionals to meet the needs of modern industry. Chemical Engineering at ECUST is recognized as a national key discipline and a priority discipline in Shanghai, demonstrating strong capabilities in talent development, scientific research, and engineering innovation. Building on this foundation, the program is supported by a comprehensive network of national-level laboratories and research centers, including the State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and Low-Carbon Technology, the National Engineering Research Center for Water-Coal Slurry Gasification and Coal Chemical Industry, the National Engineering Research Center for Ultrafine Powders, the National Engineering Research Center for Comprehensive Utilization of Salt Lake Resources, the International Joint Research Center for Green Energy Chemical Engineering, the Ministry of Education Engineering Research Center for Large Industrial Reactors, and the Sinopec Group Joint Institute of Chemical Reaction Engineering. The university is equipped with advanced research infrastructure and large-scale experimental platforms, providing strong support for cutting-edge scientific research, technological innovation, and engineering applications across diverse areas of chemical engineering.
Educational Objectives
This program aims to cultivate high-level professionals in engineering technology and engineering management with strong innovative capabilities in fields related to materials and the chemical industry. Graduates are expected to meet the evolving needs of economic and social development, possess a solid foundation in core professional theories, embrace principles of green innovation, and demonstrate strong abilities in problem analysis, problem-solving, and innovative thinking.
Academic Structure
The standard duration of this professional degree program is two years, with a maximum allowable study period of five years. Course credits remain valid for five years from the date of enrollment.
The training approach integrates coursework, professional practice, and a thesis (or practice-based achievements), all of which are essential components of the program.
Credit Requirements
1. A credit system is implemented for both coursework and professional practice, with a minimum requirement of 32 credits. Of these, at least 22 credits must be earned through coursework, which is typically completed within the first academic year following enrollment. 2. Graduate courses are organized under a credit-based system. Students who fail mathematics or core professional courses may retake the examinations or repeat equivalent courses within the permitted study period. Eligibility for retaking or repeating courses must be obtained through the formal course registration process. Retake examinations are conducted concurrently with regular graduate examinations, and no separate arrangements will be made. Students who fail to obtain four or more credits in mathematics or core professional courses after retaking or repeating will be required to withdraw from the program.
Module Information
Course module | Course Title | Credits | Properties | Semester |
Public Courses (≥ 8 credits) | Optimization Methods | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 |
Basic Chinese I | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Basic Chinese Ⅱ | 32/2 | Compulsory | 2 | |
A Glimpse of China | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Public Courses ( ≥ 12 Credits) | Advanced Separation Engineering | 32/2 | Compulsory | 2 |
Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering | 64/4 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Chemical Engineering Fluid | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Intensified Chemical Processes | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Principles and applications of electrochemistry | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 | |
Academic Seminars & Humanism ( ≥ 2 credits) | Lectures on Frontiers of Chemical Engineering | 32/2 | Compulsory | 1 |
Professional Practice ( ≥10Credits) | Professional Practice | 1000/10 | Compulsory | 1 & 2 |
Graduation Requirements
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Mid-term Evaluation1. The mid-term evaluation for master’s students is conducted at the beginning of the third semester and is organized by the respective school. 2. Students must complete all required course credits prior to the evaluation. 3. The evaluation considers academic performance (credits and grades), participation in academic activities, and progress on the thesis proposal. 4. Thesis Proposal: Students are required to conduct a comprehensive literature review and practical investigation to understand the research frontier of their discipline, while adhering to intellectual property regulations. Based on this work, they must prepare a formal thesis proposal. The proposal must be presented and defended in a session organized by the supervisor(s). Only students who successfully pass the evaluation may proceed to the thesis stage.
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Acceptable thesis topics may include:● Design or research of a complete professional technical project ● Technical problem-solving or system improvement projects ● Development of new processes, equipment, materials, or products The thesis must be completed independently under the guidance of a supervisor. It should demonstrate sufficient technical depth and workload, reflect the student’s ability to apply scientific principles and engineering methods, and show both innovation and practical relevance with meaningful outcomes. Depending on the nature of the work, the thesis may take forms such as: ● Product development ● Engineering planning or design ● Applied research ● Engineering or project management reports Intellectual property rights arising from the thesis and its outcomes belong to East China University of Science and Technology. In cases of joint training with external institutions, intellectual property arrangements shall be determined in accordance with relevant contractual agreements.
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Degree AwardingThe procedures for thesis evaluation, defense, degree application, and degree awarding shall be carried out in accordance with the Interim Measures for the Implementation of the Regulations on Academic Degrees of the People’s Republic of China, as well as the degree-awarding regulations of East China University of Science and Technology.
Entry Requirements
- 1 . Proof of English proficiency is required, with minimum scores of TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.0, or Duolingo 105. Alternatively, applicants may provide proof that their previous degree was taught in English.
- 2 . Applicants must hold a completed bachelor’s degree or a higher academic qualification.
- 3 . Applicants must have no criminal record and must be in good physical and mental health.
- 4 . Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Fees and Scholarships
Application Fee
600 CNY
Tuition Fee
Application Process
1. No supervisor acceptance letter is required.
2. Submit the online application.
Visit the ECUST online application system, register an account, and submit the required application documents according to the system instructions. Each applicant may submit only one application; duplicate applications are not permitted.
3. Pay the application fee of 600 CNY.
If online payment is not available, applicants may transfer the fee to the official bank account of East China University of Science and Technology and uplaod the proof. Note: Applications will be considered invalid if the application fee is not paid. The application fee is non-refundable once paid.
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