About the Programme

The Chemical Engineering (CME) programme at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) is fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) Malaysia and recognised under the Washington Accord, ensuring international mobility and professional recognition for our graduates.

More than just transforming raw materials efficiently, the programme integrates core chemical engineering principles with emerging technologies to address global challenges in sustainability, energy transition, and digital transformation. In line with the Fifth Industrial Revolution (IR 5.0), the CME curriculum emphasises sustainability, resilience, and human-centric innovation, preparing students to design smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable processes.

Purpose-built around the theme of Smart & Sustainable Engineering, the curriculum equips students with the ability to apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) and green process design to enhance efficiency and environmental performance. Through a dynamic blend of lectures, laboratory sessions, and project-based learning, students develop strong technical expertise alongside innovative problem-solving skills essential for modern industries. With AI and sustainability principles seamlessly integrated across the curriculum, our graduates are empowered to design intelligent, resource-efficient, and future-ready engineering solutions. These capabilities open doors to high-growth sectors such as the circular economy, renewable energy and storage, and the development of smart systems and sustainable materials.

The programme is supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including Malaysia’s first Simulation Integrated Process Plant (SIPP), a handson training facility providing real-world exposure to process control, safety, and plant operation. Guided by a team of experienced academics and active researchers in sustainable process engineering, advanced materials, and AI-driven optimisation, the CME programme nurtures a new generation of chemical engineers ready to lead the green and digital transformation of industries worldwide.

Programme Highlights

• Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC) Malaysia and recognised under the Washington Accord for international professional mobility
• Curriculum designed for the Fifth Industrial Revolution (IR 5.0), emphasising sustainability, resilience, and humancentric innovation
• A curriculum integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and sustainability principles to deliver intelligent and ecoefficient engineering solutions
• Train at Malaysia’s first Simulation Integrated Process Plant (SIPP) for industry-relevant exposure in process safety and digital control
• Learn from experienced academic staff actively involved in AI-driven process optimisation, green materials, and sustainable process technologies

Career Opportunities

Chemical engineers and researchers in: 

• Energy and Process Industries:

  Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refining, Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture & Storage

• Bioproducts and Resource Industries:

  Palm Oil, Oleochemical, Food and Beverage, Agricultural and Biotechnological Processing

• Manufacturing and Advanced Materials

  Semiconductors, Specialty Chemicals, Polymers, Smart and Green Materials

• Environmental and Circular Economy Sectors:

  Water and Wastewater Treatment, Waste-to-Resource Technologies, Chemical Recycling

• Consulting, Finance, and Government:

  Professional Consultancy, Sustainability and ESG Services, Risk and Insurance Assessment, Banking and Finance, and Regulatory or Policy Development

• Research, Development, and Academia:

  Innovation Centres, Universities, and R&D Institutions Advancing Green and Smart Technologies

Note: The degree is a unique multidisciplinary programme that integrates science and engineering knowledge into real-life applications. This programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) but is not accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia

Entry Requirements

*For other equivalent qualifications, please consult our programme counsellor.

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