Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)

Yes. The Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry)/Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours) is accredited by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI), Engineers Australia, and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE). Graduates are eligible to be a Member of the RACI and become a Chartered Member after three years of professional practice. Engineers Australia accreditation means the degree is internationally recognised under the Washington Accord, allowing graduates to practise as professional engineers in many countries worldwide.

At least 12 weeks of engineering industry experience is strongly encouraged, allowing you to gain firsthand experience in an engineering practice environment under the supervision of a professional engineer. Opportunities also exist for overseas work placement, normally taken during a one-year break in the middle or at the end of the third year of the degree. In your final year, you will complete two major engineering projects that are either industry-based or simulate an industrial situation, working with industry leaders to solve real problems.

Year 1 covers fundamentals of material chemistry (analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry) and chemical engineering basics including mass and energy balances, heat transfer, fluid flow and a group design project. Year 2 develops chemical engineering knowledge including process thermodynamics. Year 3 includes analytical spectroscopy, elemental analysis, and engineering experiments. Year 4 focuses on chemical engineering and chemistry specialisation with advanced laboratory skills. Year 5 is dedicated to design and research projects, including a research project in your area of interest under academic supervision, potentially in collaboration with an external organisation.

For international students commencing in 2026, the annual tuition fee is AU$43,200. In addition, there is a student services and amenities fee (SSAF) with a maximum of AU$373 for 2026. Students may also incur additional costs for field trips, textbooks and equipment. Fees are adjusted annually and the amounts quoted are indicative per annum based on a standard full-time study load.

Throughout the degree you will experience a range of learning formats including lectures, tutorials, laboratories, site visits, online learning, and individual and group work. Most RMIT courses make content traditionally provided in lectures available online (readings, videos or other on-demand materials), with on-campus classes focused on interactive learning. Time spent in the laboratory is particularly important, providing practical context for theoretical learning and honing teamwork and time management skills. Assessment takes the form of exams, assignments, oral and written presentations, laboratory and project reports, and in-class discussions.