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The Doctor of Philosophy in the field of Chemical Engineering is completed over a minimum period of 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.

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Faculty Website:    Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment Department:  Department of Chemical Engineering Technology Programme Level: Postgraduate Programme Name:  PhD in Chemical Engineering Programme Code: P6CHEQ

Medium of Facilitation: part-time, Full-Time NQF Level:  10 NQF Credits:  360 SAQA:  96969

Application Start Date : 1 April 2024 Application End Date: 14 March 2025

Campus:  Doornfontein

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Duration of Study:  2 Years Full-Time and 5 Years Part-Time

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The purpose of the qualification is to develop an engineer with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering sciences and/design and synthesis, and related principles independently to specific problems of society at large. One of the main objectives in this process is to develop an advanced capability to conduct fundamental engineering research of an original nature. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach and an aptitude for training other students in similar fields.

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An approved master’s degree in Engineering or a similar approved degree at master’s level.

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Final admission to the programme will only be granted upon successful presentation of a research seminar six months after enrolment. Research topics must also be accepted and approved by the supervisors in the Faculty and finally by the Senate or Executive Committee of the Senate of the University.

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The PhD programme in Chemical Engineering at Stellenbosch University is entirely research-based, requiring three years of full-time study. Part-time enrolment is considered on a case-by-case basis, particularly for candidates who are full-time employed as engineers and wish to conduct industry-based research in collaboration with a department supervisor. Candidates must produce a dissertation for evaluation and publish sufficient academic articles in accredited journals as part of the degree requirements.

For this NQF level 10 programme, students enrol in a single 360-credit module. While no other taught modules are mandatory, additional modules may be taken with the supervisor’s permission. Full-time resident students participate in an in-house research methodology module at the beginning of the first academic year, attended in person at the department. Additionally, students register for a 1-credit module in their first year focusing on professional communication and avoiding plagiarism (ProfCom 871), which is completed via our online platform, SUNLearn.

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• Enrolment for approximately 3 academic years
• First year of registration without a title
• Formal PhD proposal to be submitted, reviewed, and approved within the first 12 months of registration

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• Enrolment for approximately 4-5 academic years
• First year of registration preferably with a title
• Registration after the proposal has been reviewed and accepted

Candidates eligible to apply for a PhD at the Department of Chemical Engineering include graduates with an MEng or MSc Eng degree in Chemical/Extractive Metallurgical Engineering, as well as graduates with an MSc degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or Physics. Please note that completing a PhD does not qualify candidates from these latter fields for registration as an engineer.

The admission criteria include the following:

• Applicable Master’s degree with a minimum average of at least 65%
• Secured a supervisor with a position in a research group (preferred)
• Suitable research topic established in collaboration with the supervisor

STEP 1: Make sure you meet the admission requirements

All applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements as detailed in the admission requirements section (also specified in Section 3.7 of the Engineering Calendar, Part II ).

STEP 2: Prepare your documents

The following documents should be included in your application:

• Departmental application form (labelled “Dept-XXX” on the application portal)
• Complete academic record(s)
• Degree certificate(s)
• Comprehensive curriculum vitae
• Proof of written academic work: PhD applicants are required to submit their master’s degree thesis. If the thesis is written in a language other than English, an English translation must also be provided.

Please note the following regarding the compulsory documentation for your application:

• The departmental application form requires three references, preferably from academic referees.
• All electronic copies of academic records or degree certificates must be certified. A certified copy is a document that includes an endorsement confirming it is a true copy of the original. Certification can be obtained by taking both the original documents and their copies to a police station or commissioner of oaths, after which the certified copies can be scanned for electronic submission.
• For more information about the compulsory documents required for the institutional application, please refer to the provided link .

STEP 3: Apply online

Complete and submit an  institutional application . After submission, the Central Admissions Office will review the application. If the submitted documents are incorrect, candidates will be notified through the applicant portal , and their application status will be updated to “incomplete”.

STEP 4: Selection

Once the Central Admissions Office reviews the application, the department will screen it to verify that the candidate meets the admission criteria. Candidates who meet the criteria are then referred to the department’s supervisors for consideration. If a supervisor is interested in offering you a position in their research group, they will contact you directly for additional information, to complete an assignment, or to arrange an interview. If the supervisor decides to offer you a position, they will nominate you for approval at a departmental management meeting.

STEP 5: Admission

Successful candidates will receive a conditional offer through the SU applicant portal , which they must accept. Following this, a final offer will be issued, which candidates will also need to accept. International candidates should begin their visa application as soon as possible. Detailed information and subsequent steps will be provided to successful candidates at this stage. Please note that your status on the applicant portal will remain “reviewed” until the admission process is complete.

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This will occur at the start of the new academic year, towards the end of January when registration opens. Admitted candidates will receive communication with further details.

Please note the following:

• If you have not been contacted by any supervisors by the end of the year, you may consider your application unsuccessful. However, in some cases, supervisors may receive late confirmation of research funding between January and March of the new academic year. In such instances, candidates may be contacted early in the new year about available postgraduate positions in our department.
• Due to the high volume of applications and limited positions for the upcoming academic year, only selected applicants will be offered positions. We strongly encourage applicants to apply for research funding, as students with bursaries have a higher chance of successful admission.

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All PhD applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for research funding, especially NRF funding . Since most South African funders restrict funding to SA citizens, international students should seek funding from their home countries or other international sources.

Stay updated by visiting SU’s Postgraduate Office Funding Opportunities webpage for the latest bursary application calls.

Check our Departmental Opportunities page for the newest bursaries and research projects available.

Further examples of postgraduate bursary opportunities include:

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Average Chemical Engineers Salary in South Africa 2024

The average chemical engineers salary in South Africa is R135,679.00 per month in 2023. This is based on data from […]

The average chemical engineers salary in South Africa is R135,679.00 per month in 2023. This is based on data from 28 salaries that were reported on the employment website Indeed. Since they are in charge of developing and enhancing chemicals, chemical engineers are vital to the South African economy.

A chemical engineer’s salary is influenced by their educational background and amount of specialized knowledge. One can earn up to R873,700.00 with a high level of education and several years of experience in the Field (Jobted). Those with no experience and hold an undergraduate qualification in the field are the lowest paid and can earn an annual income of R124,811.00 and higher. 

Chemical engineers receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses and commissions, thus they are not solely dependent on their salaries. Depending on the company, bonuses and commissions are used to reward project success. Bonuses for chemical engineers can range from R8,000.00 to R75,000.00 a year.

Additionally, working as a chemical engineer has the following benefits:

• Medical contributions, 
• Contributions to a pension fund, 
• Dental contributions, and
• Contributions to life and disability insurance

Benefits for chemical engineers vary depending on the organization, much like bonuses and commissions do. The extent of an employer’s contribution also varies.

As one gains more expertise in the profession, a chemical engineer’s income increases. Based on one’s level of skill, we examine chemical engineer salaries in South Africa.

Below is a list of chemical engineer salaries broken down by level of experience.

Average chemical engineers salary with 0-3 years of work experience 2024

An average monthly salary for a chemical engineer with 0 to 3 years of experience is R17,500.00. The lowest paid chemical engineers in this group are individuals with 0 to 1 year of professional experience. For individuals in the field of chemical engineering with 0 to 1 year of experience, the starting salary is R12,000.00 per month.

Those with 3 years of professional experience in the field earn the highest salaries in this group. Expect to earn between an average of R17,000.00 and R19,000.00 a month if you have 3 years of experience in the industry.

In contrast to those with 0 to 2 years of work experience in the field of chemical engineering, people with 3 years of experience are given specialized projects and occasionally oversee a small team of employees.

Average chemical engineers salary with 4–9 years of work experience 2024

The average salary for a chemical engineer with 4 to 9 years of work experience in 2023 is R34,000.00 per month. Junior management positions are often held by those with 4 to 9 years of work experience. For people with such a wealth of knowledge in the area, the capacity for delegation and management is absolutely essential.

Chemical engineers with 4 to 5 years of work experience make the least money in this pay range. Chemical engineers in South Africa with 4 to 5 years of experience get an average salary of R23,000.00. A postgraduate degree in the field can assist in increasing one’s salary if they have 5 years of work experience to R32,500.00 or more. 

Chemical engineers with 8 to 9 years of experience are paid the most in this income range. Senior positions are held by chemical engineers with 8 to 9 years of work experience. The average yearly income for chemical engineers with 8 to 9 years of experience is R501,000.00 (Payscale).

Average chemical engineer salary with 10–15 years of work experience 2024

As of 2023, the average salary for a chemical engineer in South Africa with 10 to 15 years of work experience is R41,500.00. For those with 5 to 9 years of work experience, the average salary indicates a 22% salary rise from those with 5 to 9 years of work experience. In addition to years of experience, a postgraduate degree affects salaries in this range. Many people in this group have master’s degrees in the field.

Chemical engineers with 10 years of experience in the industry make the least money in this group. Chemical engineers earn an average monthly salary of R33,000.00 with 10 years of experience. With an average salary of R45,000.00 per month, employees with 15 years of work experience are the most paid.

Average chemical engineer salary with 15+ years of work experience 2024

An average salary for a chemical engineer with 15+ years of work experience in South Africa 2023 is R48,900.00 per month. In comparison to people with 10 to 15 years of work experience, the rise represents a 17% income gain for those with 15+ years of work experience. These individuals are the pinnacle in chemical engineering, and the majority have doctoral degrees in the field.

The lowest pay for workers with more than 15 years of experience is R45,000.00 per month, which is close to the average wage. The highest earners may make up to R989,000.00 annually. People with more than 20 years of experience in the industry are more likely to start their own companies that need the same talents.

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Conclusion 

Chemical engineers operate in a variety of businesses and are among the most well-paid professions in South Africa. Chemical engineers play a crucial role in the South African economy. They contribute significantly to the country’s GDP. Chemical engineers that perform effectively are well paid, and a PhD in the field can increase one’s wage from master’s level pay by 23%.

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The PhD Chemical Engineering programme is 100% research based, requiring full-time study and enrolment of two to three years. 

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• Part-time enrolment is considered in special cases, e.g. if the candidate is employed as an engineer and wants to do research in the industry in collaboration with a supervisor in the Department. 
• A dissertation is produced for evaluation, as well as sufficient academic articles that are submitted and accepted in accredited academic journals as part of fulfilment and attainment of the degree.

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• Candidates eligible to apply for a PhD in the Chemical Engineering Department include graduates with a MEng or MSc Eng degree in Chemical/Extractive Metallurgical Engineering or graduates with an MSc degree in one of the following fields: computer science, mathematics, applied mathematics, chemistry, biological sciences or physics. 
• Note however, that completion of a PhD is not a qualifying degree for registration as an engineer if a candidate comes from one of the last-mentioned fields.

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A complete overview of a chemical engineering salary, their roles and responsibilities, and the scope of this field will broaden your perspective. You will begin to see more clearly how rewarding this career is and what a brilliant future it has. In fact, if you ask me, I would say that chemical engineers are never out of a job.

There is always something up with them, and they are always putting their creativity into chemical reactions and inventing ingenious stuff. And to top it all, they are paid exceptionally well for their inventions and ingenuity. For further details, I suggest you read the following complete article.

Overview of a Chemical Engineering Salary

• Chemical engineering is hands down one of the most highly-paid professions in South Africa. These are the professionals who get hefty pay packages at entry-level jobs. A fresh college graduate can make more money than a highly experienced professional in any other field.
• The minimum qualification requirement for chemical engineering is a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering. It is a four-year program, and you can easily qualify for it in one go. After that, you may choose to pursue higher studies if you want, but even if you don’t, you will still be able to make a great career for yourself.

Now, speaking about the monetary benefits of this field, you can expect to get paid very handsomely. In fact, the average salary of a chemical engineer is R 4,329,000 per month. You could easily get paid much higher if you have the skills and the experience to go with your degree.

Responsibilities of Chemical Engineering

1. ensuring safety compliances.

It is the responsibility of a chemical engineer to ensure safety compliance of health and the environment. They are supposed to be super vigilant of their chemical mixtures and their impacts on the environment. A chemical engineer is responsible for creating things that are hazard-free and do not have side effects.

2. Design Equipment Layout

It is also the responsibility of a chemical engineer to design and plan equipment layout for the most efficient use. You will never see a chemical engineer fumbling around with the equipment; that is because they plan the placement of each equipment well in advance.

3. Creating New Products Through Chemical Reactions

The main responsibility of a chemical engineer is to do various experiments and create new products through chemical synthesis. In doing so, they have invented some of the most useful items of the present times. These items include soap, detergent, shampoos, beauty products, gasoline, soda drinks, and so on.

Is chemical engineering a tough field?

Yes, chemical engineering is indeed a very tough field; in fact, you will have to be constantly on your toes and super vigilant because if not, then you might end up with disastrous results. Playing with chemicals is a dangerous game.

Are chemical engineers paid well in South Africa?

Yes, chemical engineers are paid exceptionally well in South Africa. This is because there is a great demand for these professionals and very little supply. So, to compensate for the little numbers and their ingenuity, they are paid handsomely for their services.

What is the minimum, maximum, and average salary of a chemical engineer?

The minimum monthly salary of a chemical engineer is R 258,000, and the maximum monthly salary is R 8,400,000. Besides that, the average monthly salary of a chemical engineer is R 4,329,000.

So, it is safe to say that Chemical Engineering is hands down one of the most interesting and highly-paying jobs. It does not have very challenging qualification requirements; in fact, a simple four-year bachelor’s in Chemical engineering will be sufficient. Plus, it has an excellent scope in South Africa.

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This Delivery Unit is looking for another talented professional to complement their team, in the form of a Graduate Engineer. GIBB’s multi-award winning Integrated Infrastructure Sector provides the roots for communities through the use of innovative and sustainable engineering design, urban plannin...

Graduate Structural Engineer

An exciting opportunity exist for a dynamic young graduate engineer to be part of a structural building services team within a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting practice. Hire Resolve’s client is urgently seeking the expertise of a Graduate Structural Engineer in Umhlanga, KZN. ...

This position is for graduates that have graduated with no experience, but will consider their results, academic transcripts. National Diploma or a BTech graduate. ...

Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Construction)

Qualifications and Experience:BSc Eng (Mech)Registered as a candidate engineer with ECSA3 years consulting engineering experience in building servicesSalary: Market relatedPensionGroup LifePerformance BonusPackage StructuringPosted -02-14Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV t...

Our client is an independent engineering and project management consultancy based in the Isle of Man and they are looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Structural Engineer to join their team to work on a broad range of projects across multiple sectors. The ideal candidate will hold a Degree in Struct...

Graduate Instrument Engineer

Graduate Electrical Engineer - Midrand. Graduate Electrical Engineer (12-Month Contract). We are currently seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer for a 12-month contract position in Midrand. BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering (Power). ...

Graduate Engineer (Roads And Highways)

Engineering Excellence: We're committed to pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence. The roleWe are seeking a talented and energized Graduate Engineer to join our Roads and Highways function based in our George Office. Continuous Learning: In the fast-paced world of engineering, staying up t...

Graduate Manufacturing Engineer/industrial engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer forms part of the engineering release process, and will be responsible for industrial and process engineering related functions within his/her scope of responsibility . B Tech Degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering. He/she will work with the engineering team to review...

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Graduate Mechanical Engineer. We are seeking a motivated and ambitious graduate mechanical engineer to join our client’s team in Durban. Collaborate with other engineers and team members to solve engineering problems and meet project deadlines. The successful candidate will have the oppor...

Aspire Tech Graduate - Data Science/Engineer

Assisted by senior-level engineers, implement development processes, adhere to coding best practices, and participate in code reviews to achieve success. Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Systems....

Graduate Process Engineer (12 Months Contract)

Your responsibilitiesWe are seeking a Graduate Process Engineer to be part of the Process Engineering Department. Underpinned by a global footprint with local presence, we are a market-leading technology, engineering, construction and service partner for industrial plants and systemsbining over yea...

Graduate Engineer (Process or mechanical engineer) - Applications Engineer

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Graduate Engineer (Bridges)

A multisector consultancy company is looking for a graduate engineer to join their team in Durban!. As a graduate engineer, you will be required to assist in the planning, design and implementation of. Bachelor of Engineering degree/higher degree from an accredited university. ...

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Graduate Bcom Mechanical Degree Design Engineer

Graduate Junior Mechanical Degree Design Engineer – JHB. Must have a Mechanical Degree 4year Engineering Degree is essential from either Potchefstroom University, or Pretoria University or Cape Town University or other - Essential. Background in automated engineered systems preferred. Graduate or – ...

Apply now and shine bright in our universe!Graduate Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer Join my clients' Innovative Team at Dube Tradepost!Are you a driven and innovative  Graduate Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineer looking to make an impact in the Point of Sale manufacturing industry?. My client is s...

Elv & Ict Graduate Engineer (Data Centres)

Key Responsibilities: Assisting senior engineers and engineers in all project phases as per PROCSA, NEC, JBCC and other engineering contracts Project and Engineering report writing High-level quality to the attention to detail when performing design reviews, for sign-off, with internal working peers...

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