PhD Chemical Engineering
Overview:
The Department of Chemical Engineering at COMSATS University offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering program that is designed to provide students with advanced education and research training in the field of chemical engineering. Our program is specifically tailored to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct original research and make a significant contribution to the field of chemical engineering.
Research Supervision:
Our faculty members are highly qualified and experienced in their respective research areas. They have a wealth of knowledge and expertise in various areas of chemical engineering such as bioprocess engineering, energy and environmental engineering, process control and optimization, and materials science and engineering. They are committed to providing students with personalized guidance and support throughout their research journey, from proposal development to thesis defense.
Research Groups:
The department has several active research groups that focus on various areas of chemical engineering research. These groups include:
- Biomass Conversion Research Group (BCRG)
- Catalysis & Reaction Engineering Research Group (CRERG)
- Nano-Green Research Group
- PRESTIGE-Process & Energy Systems Engineering Center
- Polymer and Composite Materials Group
- Membrane Systems Research Group
- Microfluidics Research Groups (MRG).
Joining one of these groups allows students to work closely with a group of faculty members and students who share similar research interests, and gain access to specialized equipment and facilities.
Industrial Collaborations:
The Department has strong linkages with industries and collaboration with leading universities around the globe. These collaborations provide students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in industry and access to cutting-edge research and technologies. These collaborations also provide students with opportunities for internships and employment after graduation.
The Department of Chemical Engineering at COMSATS University is committed to providing students with the best possible education and research experience. With the combination of our highly qualified faculty, active research groups, and industry collaborations, we are confident that our PhD program will prepare graduates to make significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering.
Admission Requirements:
At CUI the admissions into the graduate programs are offered on merit. The merit is determined on the basis of the academic record, GRE/NTS-GAT score and interview.
Admission Pre-Requisites for PhD Program:
- An MS/M.Phil degree in the relevant field from an accredited educational institution, with minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 (semester system) or 70% marks (annual system), and no third division (annual system) or ‘D’ grade throughout the academic career.
- GRE (subject) as per HEC policy or NTS-GAT (subject) with a minimum score of 60.