Faculty of Chemical Engineering

Introduction

The Faculty of Chemical Engineering (formerly the Department of Chemical Engineering) is a key academic unit within the College of Technology at Can Tho University (CTU). Originally established on March 5, 2004, under Decision No. 147/QD-DHCT.TCCB, the unit was officially upgraded from a Department to a Faculty in October 2022.

The Faculty offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs covering Organic and Inorganic Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, and Material Science. Our curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between academic rigor and industry needs, emphasizing both theoretical foundations and practical applications to solve complex engineering problems.

Mission

The mission of the Chemical Engineering Department is:

• Training Excellence: To provide high-quality human resources in chemical and material engineering.
• Innovation: To carry out scientific research and develop technologies in chemical engineering and materials science.
• Impact: To transfer technological advancements that serve the sustainable development of the Mekong Delta and the nation.

Education

The Faculty of Chemical Engineering provides comprehensive training focused on three core fields: (i) Chemistry, (ii) Unit Operations, and (iii) Materials.

• Undergraduate Programs
• Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Established 2000)
• Bachelor of Materials Science and Engineering (Established 2017)
• Chemical Engineering – High Quality Program (Established 2017)
• Graduate Programs
• Master of Chemical Engineering (Established 2015)
• PhD in Chemical Engineering (Established 2026)

Research

The Faculty of Chemical Engineering emphasizes both basic and applied scientific research, aiming to solve practical problems and advance technological boundaries. We are recognized as one of the top-performing research units within Can Tho University, maintaining an impressive publication record of approximately 3 WoS/Scopus articles per faculty member annually.

 Key Research Directions: Our research portfolio is diverse, focusing on nine core areas:

Natural Products & Fine Chemicals:

• Extraction and application of natural bioactive compounds.
• Flavors, fragrances, and cosmetics technology.

Advanced Materials:

• Polymer and composite materials.
• Ceramic materials and glazes.
• Synthesis and application of nanomaterials.
• Biomedical materials and drug delivery systems.

Process Engineering & Sustainability:

• Chemical engineering processes and equipment (Unit Operations).
• Environmental engineering and treatment technology.
• New and renewable energy (Biofuels, Catalysis).

Staff

The Faculty of Chemical Engineering is powered by a team of 17 dedicated staff members. Our faculty is internationally recognized, with most lecturers holding advanced degrees from top-tier universities across the globe (including the USA, Europe, and East Asia).

The team currently comprises 8 Associate Professors, 5 PhDs, and several dedicated researchers and support engineers.

Management: The Faculty is led by a Dean and two Vice Deans, ensuring efficient management across all academic sectors, supported by an administrative secretary.

Faculty Leadership Board

1. Dean: Prof. Doan Van Hong Thien
2. Vice Dean: Prof. Ho Quoc Phong
3. Vice Dean: Dr. Nguyen Thi Bich Thuyen

       Secretary: Assoc. Prof. Huynh Lien Huong