BSChE in Chemical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence
The BS in Chemical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence combined major (the College of Engineering and Khoury College) prepare you to apply artificial intelligence to solve challenges in the chemical engineering field, including machine learning, large-scale data systems, and process optimization. Gain the technical and analytical skills to develop AI-driven solutions involving chemicals, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and more as you explore the worlds of information visualization, predictive modeling, and intelligent system design.
Program details: BSChE in Chemical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence
Career prospects
This program will prepare you for diverse career prospects, as it combines traditional engineering practice with the increasingly important field of artificial intelligence. Here are some potential career paths:
- Process optimization engineer
- Chemical data analyst
- Environmental data scientist
- Quality control analyst
- AI/ML engineer in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Process intelligence engineer (AI-driven process optimization)
- Computational materials scientist
Co-ops and internships
Co-ops will give you the opportunity to work in industry settings, applying your knowledge and building connections. Recent co-ops include:
- Data analyst
- Research assistant
- Software engineer
Research opportunities
You will have the opportunity to partner with some of the world’s leading researchers on active projects with far-reaching significance. Our research areas include:
- Data visualization
- Machine learning
- Personal health informatics
Learning outcomes
In this program, you’ll learn to:
- Apply design principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for effective and secure computing practice.
- Apply data science theory, methods, and tools to translate data into clear, actionable insights.
Program offered at this Northeastern campus
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
Application and admissions FAQs
What are the application deadlines?
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What is the cost of this degree?
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What financial aid and scholarships are available?
Northeastern University offers a range of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to help you fund your education. You’ll receive an initial financial aid package that outlines your options after admission. Once you enroll, Khoury College has multiple scholarship opportunities for current students to continue supporting your studies. We also encourage all students to submit the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal aid and loans.
Who can I contact with questions?
Reach out to Undergraduate Admissions if you have any questions about the application or enrollment process. We’re here to help!
Faculty spotlight
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
Byron Wallace
Byron Wallace is an associate dean of research, a director for the undergraduate artificial intelligence program, and the Sy and Laurie Sternberg Interdisciplinary Associate Professor at Khoury College. He applies machine learning and natural language processing methods in the health informatics space, with the goal of developing hybrid human–AI systems and streamlining the synthesis of biomedical information.
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The BSChE in Chemical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Engineering.
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