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Why Chemical Engineering?
Making a better world
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From water de-salination to the development of sustainable fuels, chemical engineers use their problem-solving skills to address real-world needs.
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Career Opportunities
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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.
Find out what our Alumni do →
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Student
Joshua Kuffour
In his time as an undergrad, Kuffour’s interest in renewable energy has taken on a more justice-focused perspective.
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