Program Overview
The University of Wisconsin-Superior and the University of Minnesota Duluth have partnered to deliver the Chemistry Major and Chemical Engineering Dual Degree. The program allows you to take introductory chemical engineering coursework at UW-Superior – where class sizes are generally smaller and more intimate – and then transfer to the University of Minnesota Duluth to complete more advanced studies.
Two Degrees, One Path
Earn both a chemistry and chemical engineering degree in just five years.
Dual Campus Advantage
Build your foundation at UW-Superior, then complete your chemical engineering degree through a smooth transition to the University of Minnesota Duluth.
Real-World Ready
Gain hands-on industry experience and launch into high-demand careers in tech, energy and medicine.
What You’ll Learn
Build a strong foundation in chemistry, physics and engineering while preparing to earn two bachelor’s degrees in just five years. You’ll begin your studies at UW-Superior before seamlessly transitioning to the University of Minnesota Duluth to complete advanced chemical engineering coursework.
You’ll gain practical skills in:
- Core chemistry principles and laboratory techniques
- Engineering fundamentals and problem-solving
- Physics, mechanics and materials science
- Process design and systems thinking
- Applied research and industry practices
- Professional collaboration and technical communication
The dual-degree curriculum combines the personalized learning environment of UW-Superior with advanced engineering education at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Through partnerships with regional employers, you’ll gain valuable industry experience while preparing for high-demand careers in areas such as energy, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing and research.
Program Outcomes/Career opportunities
Chemical engineering has a surging job demand. Over the next decade, employment of chemical engineers is expected to grow by 14%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. By applying principles of chemistry, physics and engineering, chemical engineers have traditionally been the backbone of the industrial economy. However, as technology expands to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, chemical engineers are slated be at the forefront of increasingly important nanotechnology, alternative energy and biotechnology. The largest employers of chemical engineers include:
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