Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Chemical and biomolecular engineering is a discipline that applies engineering principles, design concepts, and problem-solving skills to the life sciences at the molecular level to promote both fundamental and applied advancements in biological sciences, engineering and many related fields.

Chemical and biomolecular engineering is a diverse, application-driven discipline in the areas of medical, agricultural, environmental, biotechnical, and other related areas. International and national chemical and biological industries seek engineering graduates who are prepared to work at the molecular level in life-sciences related fields. The curriculum is a balanced combination of engineering, math, science, computation and HU/SS courses. Along with rigorous hands-on laboratory training, these courses address the cross-disciplinary nature of chemical and biomolecular engineering.

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Working at the interface of engineering and molecular biology, graduates from this program solve engineering problems, improve current, and develop new products and processes at the molecular level.

The chemical and biomolecular engineering curriculum prepares graduates to handle the changing face of the chemical and bio-industries, thus allowing flexibility of career opportunities in a dynamic job market. The curriculum also prepares graduates to pursue quality graduate programs nationally and internationally.

You may want to consider Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering if you …

Enjoy chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics
Prefer to work at the molecular level of cells and cellular systems
Are detail oriented, able to measure precisely and use complex instruments
Are able to communicate well and work in teams
Have a desire to help others

Accreditation

The Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular Engineering.

Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Program Details

Read more about MSOE's Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering undergraduate degree.

Graduate Outcomes

93%

We're proud that 93% of 2023-24 graduates from our chemical and biomolecular engineering program are fully employed, enrolled in graduate school or enlisted in a branch of the military after graduation.

2024 Career Connections Center Annual Report