Why Chemical Engineering?

Why Chemical Engineering?

Making a better world

From water de-salination to the development of sustainable fuels, chemical engineers use their problem-solving skills to address real-world needs.
Why become a Chemical Engineer
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Career Opportunities

Chemical engineers use their skills to become entrepreneurs, practitioners, and managers in various fields, ranging from energy to biotech, patent law to microbrewing; one Course X alumnus is even an astronaut.
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Juan Jaramillo

"I learned that MIT is a place that gives you the resources, and if you want to use them, you'll make something very beautiful and positively productive."

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