Germany's chemical industry is one of the world's largest.
WHY THIS FIELD IN GERMANY
Chemical engineering in Germany operates within one of the strongest industrial contexts in the world. The sector spans basic chemicals, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and polymer technology. Process engineers and chemical engineers are central to the design, optimisation and safe operation of the facilities that produce these materials.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
The following areas are representative of this discipline at a German university of applied sciences.
For the current programme structure, please refer to the official Hochschule Niederrhein programme information at www.hn.de.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Chemical reaction engineering.
Designing and analysing chemical processes and reactor systems.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Process design and plant engine.
Planning industrial processes from concept through to operation.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.
Physical principles governing energy transfer and fluid behaviour.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Materials science.
Properties and behaviour of materials in industrial chemical contexts.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Environmental and safety engineering.
Environmental and safety dimensions of chemical processes.
CAREER OUTLOOK
Chemical engineers in Germany work in pharmaceutical production, specialty chemical manufacturing, food and consumer goods, environmental technology and energy-related process industries.
International graduates from German universities may apply for an 18-month residence permit to seek employment following graduation. Visa rights are subject to current German immigration law.
C1 is advanced German. Students choosing this pathway should discuss their starting level honestly at the initial consultation.The Gatebridge Pathway prepares students to reach C1. The realistic timeline depends on where each student begins.
PROGRAMME FACTS
Degree
B.Eng. Chemical Engineering
German requirement
B2, as required by Hochschule Niederrhein
University
Hochschule Niederrhein,
University of Applied Sciences
Duration
6 semester
University tuition
Minimal. Semester contribution only.
Costs per semester: 371,30€ incl. semester ticket
Campuses
Krefeld and Mönchengladbach
Disclaimer: All information is subject to change. For the latest and legally binding information, please refer to the official website of Hochschule Niederrhein.