About

Process Integration is a systematic design methodology that addresses issues related to energy efficiency, waste minimisation and an efficient use of raw materials. Currently the conceptual design stage is greatly facilitated by the use of simulations, either in a design of a new plant or in conducting improvement studies in an existing

However, the simulation approach suffers from lack of synthesis capability and inability to provide an overall contextual overview of the entire plant. This drawback at the conceptual design stage will have serious consequences in determining the environmental impact, economic viability and safety features of the final designKnowledge of Process Integration is essential in arriving at better designs that will meet the calls for efficiency in the use of energy, efficiency in the use of materials and reduction of emissions. 

Course Structure

The programme structure is as follows:

• Six (6) core modules
• Four (4) courses for each specialization
• Two (2) Elective Management Modules
• Research Methodology
• Dissertation Project 

Course Content

Core Modules:

• Modelling
• Process Safety
• Optimisation
• Heat Integration
• Cogeneration and Site Utility System
• Design Projects
• MSc Dissertation 

Management Modules (Choose two):

• Engineering Economy
• Operation Management
• Strategic Management
• Multinational Business and Finance 

Specialisation

Students will choose one of the three major areas below: 

Specialisation 1: Environmental Process Design

• Cleaner Production
• Environmental Design for Atmospheric Emissions
• Environmental Design for Aqueous Emissions
• Synthesis of Reaction and Separation System

Specialisation 2: Advanced Chemical Process Design

• Synthesis of Reaction and Separation System
• Advanced Distillation Design
• Design of Fine and Speciality Chemicals Processes
• Operability and Control

Specialisation 3: Refinery Design and Operation

• Refinery and Petrochemical Processes
• Refinery Optimisation
• Advanced Distillation Design
• Operability and Control

Career Opportunities

The MSc in Process Integration is an internationally recognised degree that will allow graduates to enhance their career opportunities in industry, research establishments or the academia.