Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] (Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering)

at Massey University

Examples include:

• fermentation of sugars to alcohol
• production of pharmaceutical products
• extraction of high-value compounds
• composting of organic waste
• conversion of milk solids to dairy ingredients
• conversion of wood into paper
• production of fuels from waste streams.
   

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations. However please refer to the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours  entry requirements to find out more about recommended preparation and prior learning.

Your tuition fees may be different depending on the courses you choose. Your exact fees will show once you have chosen your courses.

There will also be some compulsory non-tuition fees and for some courses, there may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.

Chemical and bioprocess engineering is a fascinating career, where you can be involved in the design of a whole process. You can help optimise existing processes or operate the process itself.

You can work in a diverse range of industries including chemical processing, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper, dairy, meat and food processing and environmental engineering. Jobs can include process engineers, wastewater engineers, energy development engineers and many others.

What will my career look like?
You’ll typically begin your career in a technical role in the processing industry. The business and management skills that are an integral part of your learning during the Massey engineering degree will stand you in good stead.

The wide scope of employment options and the central role process engineers play in the New Zealand industry means chemical and bioprocess engineering graduates are sought after in industry and well paid.