Welcome to IChemE

We are the leading professional qualifying body for chemical, biochemical and process engineers.

IChemE advances chemical engineering's contribution worldwide for the benefit of society. We support the development of chemical engineering professionals and provide connections to a powerful network of over 37,000 members in more than 100 countries.

We support our members in applying their expertise and experience to make an influential contribution to solving major global challenges. If you're a chemical engineer, student or experienced leader, and want to be part of our vibrant community, join us today.

News

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Chemical engineering provides a vehicle for upward social mobility, says new report

A new report by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) suggests that a career in chemical engineering provides significant opportunity for upward social mobility.

Upskill engineers and support apprenticeships, urges new report into engineering skills

A shake-up in UK engineering education is needed to address the current skills gap and shortage of engineers, a new report revealed today.

Chemical engineer Judy Raper awarded Australia Day honour

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of Wollongong, Professor Judy Raper, has been awarded Member (AM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia. The appointments are made each year on Australia Day (26 January), and recognise Australian citizens for their outstanding service.

IChemE announces call for candidates to become next President

IChemE launches BioFutures report

Learning

Develop your chemical engineering skills and knowledge through training, events, and publications.

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Courses

We offer a range of training courses in process safety, personal development and leadership, process operations, process plant, contract and project management, and sustainability.

Journals

Original, peer-reviewed chemical, process and related engineering research.

Chemical Engineering Matters

This is IChemE's technical roadmap, laying out how chemical engineers will help address the major global challenges of water, energy, food and nutrition, and health and wellbeing.

Loss Prevention Bulletin

In-company training

Partnerships

We partner with higher education bodies and organisations within the process industry, to support the development of chemical engineers and chemical engineering around the world.

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Universities: accredit your degree

Information for universities on benchmarking, accreditation and re-accreditation of their degree programmes.

Accredited company training schemes (ACTS)

Information for graduates looking for companies with an ACTS, and information for companies looking to accredit their scheme.

IChemE Safety Centre

IChemE Safety Centre (ISC) is focused on improving process safety.