The Practice School

David H. Koch School of Chemical Engineering Practice

With roots going back to 1916, the “Practice School” — as the David H. Koch School of Chemical Engineering Practice is commonly known — is a key element of the Ph.D.CEP and M.S.CEP degree programs.

David H. Koch School of Chemical Engineering Practice

The Experience

The Practice School at MIT is like no other educational experience. Practice School consulting projects replace the research thesis required in conventional master’s programs.

Students interested in signing up can email Professor Fikile Brushett, the program director.

The History

The Practice School celebrated its centennial event in 2016!

– In Practice, Centennial Commemorative Book
– Learn By Practice Documentary
– More on YouTube

Alumna

Mariah Hoover, ’08, ’12

"I’m working for Shell Oil,” she says. “I’ll be working on introducing new technologies into refineries across North America."

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