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United Arab Emirates University/Programmes/Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering

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About This Programme

A research doctorate in chemical and process engineering.

Course Highlights

  • Taught at UAEU, ranked #217 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
  • American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
  • Research doctorate with supervision across the college's research areas

What You'll Study

Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.

Coursework

24 credit hours: 6 credit hours required core, 12 credit hours specialization electives (select 4), 6 credit hours free electives (approved by the advisory committee)

  • PhD Research Seminar1 credits
  • Research Methods2 credits
  • Optimization Methods for Engineering3 credits

Select 4 specialization electives, plus 6 credit hours of free electives

  • Advanced Modeling and Mathematics for Chemical and Petroleum Engineering3 credits
  • Rheology and Rheometry3 credits
  • Nanoscience and Nanotechnology3 credits
  • Advanced Catalysis3 credits
  • Enzyme Technology3 credits
  • Advanced Membrane Technology3 credits

Comprehensive / Qualifying Examination

Comprehensive Exam and Research Proposal (0 credit hours) taken after coursework to advance to candidacy

Dissertation Research

30 credit hours of supervised original doctoral research. Research areas (from the department's doctoral specialization courses): nanoscience and nanotechnology, catalysis, membrane technology, enzyme technology, rheology, and advanced process modeling

  • Dissertation Doctoral Research30 credits

Dissertation Defense

Dissertation Defense (0 credit hours). Minimum 54 credit hours total for the degree

Entry Requirements

Academic: A relevant master's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
English: IELTS Academic 6.5 (or 5.0 for Arabic-medium doctorates).

Full transcripts, two references and, where required, a research proposal are needed.

Careers

Graduates pursue engineering careers across construction, energy, manufacturing, technology and government, or continue to postgraduate study and professional licensure.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.

Programme Details

Award

Doctor of Philosophy

Start Date

August (Fall intake)

Typical Offer

A relevant master's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Doctorate

Subject Area

Engineering

Campus

Al Ain

Course Type

Doctor of Philosophy

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 32,400/yr

Graduate applicants apply through apply.uaeu.ac.ae with transcripts, a CV and two references, and pay the AED 200 application fee.

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