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In the present day and future years, our world faces pressing issues with substantial technological dimensions, including energy conservation and sustainable practices, environmental protection, food and material production, and accessible medical services. Chemical engineers possess distinctive expertise to tackle these challenges, utilizing their knowledge of chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics to resolve intricate problems. UCSB's Chemical Engineering undergraduate curriculum blends core scientific and engineering concepts with hands-on application skills. Students can select specialized courses in areas like energy systems, biotech innovations, chemical product development, advanced materials, and technical leadership. Graduates emerge prepared to create and optimize chemical transformation processes, adapt to dynamic work environments, assume leadership positions, and continuously expand their expertise to meet society's changing technological demands.
You are considered a freshman applicant if you have completed secondary school and have not enrolled at any college or university.
English Language Proficiency
The minimum accepted score for admission consideration for the TOEFL is 80 or better on the Internet-based test and 550 or better on the paper-based test.
The minimum accepted score for the IELTS is 6.5 or better band score (academic modules).