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Welcome to the Department of Chemical Engineering, situated within the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University. We take pride in conducting cutting-edge research while delivering well-rounded and highly skilled professional chemical engineers. Our team includes 22 full-time academic staff, 16 postdoctoral researchers, and 17 technical and support staff. Browse our website to find more information about our research focus areas, academic programmes, staff and facilities.

Applications for the 2026 BEng Chemical Engineering intake closed on 31 July 2025. Postgraduate applications are still open – please consult the individual programme pages for specific closing dates.

Further details are available on the undergraduate and postgraduate programme pages.

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28 Nov 2025: PG Symposium

The Postgraduate Symposium will be held on 28 November 2025.

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