Graduate Program
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Our Graduate Program

The Department of Chemical Engineering offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Science (M.Sc.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees, across research-focused and professional, project-based tracks, supported by well-equipped laboratories and active collaboration with industry.

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Research-Focused Programs (Thesis-Based M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
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Industry-Focused Programs (M.S. Project Based)
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Applications for all graduate programs are submitted online through the KFUPM graduate admission portal.
Online Application ›

Our Graduate Programs

Thesis-Based · Research Focus
Research-intensive programs culminating in an original thesis or dissertation.
MASTER'S DEGREE · THESIS
Master of Science (Thesis) ›
A research-focused master's program combining advanced coursework with an original thesis, for students pursuing research careers or doctoral study.
ThesisResearchCoursework
DOCTORAL DEGREE
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) ›
The department's doctoral program, built on advanced coursework, a comprehensive examination, and an original dissertation.
DissertationComprehensive Exam30 Credit Hours
Project-Based · Industry Focus
Professional master's programs delivered through applied projects in industry-aligned specializations.
MASTER'S DEGREE · PROJECT BASED
Master of Science (Project Based) ›
Professional, project-based master's programs in focused, industry-aligned specializations.
Petrochemical EngineeringProcess SafetyFlow Assurance

Why KFUPM Chemical Engineering

Distinguished Faculty
An international faculty with strong research and teaching records.
Advanced Research Facilities
Well-equipped departmental laboratories and access to the University's research institutes and centers.
Industry Collaboration
Active joint projects with Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Halliburton, Yokogawa, and others.

Explore our active research areas to see where graduate students contribute.

Graduate Program Enquiries

GRADUATE ADVISOR
Dr. Mohammad Mozahar Hossain
Graduate Advisor, Department of Chemical Engineering
Email: mhossain@kfupm.edu.sa
Tel: +966 3 860 2205
Fax: +966 3 860 4234