Key information
- Duration:
- Full-time: 36 months (3-4 years)
- Part-time: 72 months (up to 6 years)
- Start dates & application deadlines: You can apply for and start this programme anytime. First day of any month.
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Overview
Resources that are available to postgraduate students include access to highly skilled, experienced technicians, well-equipped workshops, dedicated computer suites, and the support of academics.
Career opportunities
Chemical and Process Engineers have many career options including working in renewable energy, medicine, biotechnology, oil and gas processing, food technology, and materials science. A master’s degree in Chemical and Process Engineering from UC typically means that you have conducted research and thus have specialised in one or more areas related to chemical engineering. Visit the programme website for more information.
In general, this provides graduates of the Chemical and Process Engineering programme at University of Canterbury with a range of skills (in addition to the specialised research expertise) which are highly valued by employers, including time management, data analysis, and report writing. Many of our ME graduates go on to do further postgraduate study at the PhD level.
Programme structure
Courses include:
- Downstream Bioprocess Engineering
- Advanced Energy Processing Technologies and Systems
- Process Engineering Design
- Advanced Separations
- Process Management
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
Enrolment in a PhD requires completion of a research-focused honours or master’s degree, at First or Second Class (Division I) Honours or Distinction level (or equivalent qualifications).
- Applicants with qualifications from outside Aotearoa New Zealand must have been granted admission to the University. Our admissions team, in consultation with the host department, look at your qualifications and transcripts to ensure that you have the background required to complete a PhD. It is possible that you may be required to complete preparatory courses prior to or after admission into a PhD programme.
- In exceptional circumstances applicants without the typical academic background, but who can demonstrate the ability to pursue a PhD, may be admitted at the discretion of the Dean of Postgraduate Research.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 7,079 AUD / year (approx. 8,570 NZD / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 7,079 AUD / year (approx. 8,570 NZD / year)
Additional Details: The ‘Tuition fee total’ is an estimate only. Your total study cost will depend on the courses you choose, and will include additional costs such as student levies, insurance, retakes, and other course-related costs. International and national students: $8,570 - $10,321 (subject-dependent) per 120 points.
Living costs
Christchurch, New Zealand: 1,074-1,652 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Chemical and Process Engineering.
- Brian Mason Doctoral Scholarship - 25,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified (University of Canterbury, Merit-based)
- UC Economics and Finance PhD Fees Scholarship - Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime (University of Canterbury, Merit-based)
- Geospatial Research Institute Toi Hangarau PhD Scholarship - 7,000 EUR, Deadline: Not specified (University of Canterbury, Merit-based)
- UC Doctoral Scholarship - 32,000 AUD, Deadline: Not specified (University of Canterbury, Merit-based)
- Brownlie Scholarship - 5,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified (University of Canterbury)
- UC Master's Scholarship - 14,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified (University of Canterbury, Merit-based)
- UC Master's Scholarship for Students with Disabilities - 14,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified (University of Canterbury)
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026 (U.S. government)
- ServiceScape Scholarship - 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 (ServiceScape)
- ACES Scholarships - 3,500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 (ACES Education Fund)
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified (OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 (IvyPanda)
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - 1,000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027 (Voice Talent Online)
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - 10,000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026 (Admit Lab)
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - 1,000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027 (Salvado Law)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - 3,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 (Anonymous Hope Fund)
- BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program - 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 (BOCSCI Inc.)
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - 1,500 USD, Deadline: Not specified (IELTS from 6 to 9)
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - 12,000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 (The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme)
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