Chemical Engineering Program
The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering is one of the oldest engineering programs in the country. De La Salle University has been offering this program continuously since 1947, alongside three other traditional fields: Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. Its introduction aligned with the government’s efforts to drive economic and industrial development in the Philippines. The program received official government recognition in 1951, the same year DLSU produced its first batch of graduates.
In 1973, Chemical Engineering was briefly offered as a minor under the Industrial Engineering program. It was later offered as a double degree with Industrial Engineering in 1980. Graduate studies followed: the Master of Science (MS) in Chemical Engineering in 1992, the Master of Engineering (MEng) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in 1995, and the BS/MS Honors Program in 2002.
The program has earned national recognition. It was granted Level IV re-accredited status by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU), valid until 2021. In December 2009, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) named it a Center of Development, and in May 2016, a Center of Excellence, valid until the end of 2018.
Vision Statement
De La Salle University’s Department of Chemical Engineering will be a prominent center of learning and research, to be recognized internationally for its endeavors toward sustainable development.
Mission Statement
To contribute to the roster of professional chemical engineers who are competent and committed to technology advancement and public welfare.
Program History
1947 B.S. in Chemical Engineering Program was first offered
1973 Chemical Engineering was offered as a minor in Industrial Engineering
1980 Chemical Engineering was offered as a double degree with Industrial Engineering
1992 M.S. in Chemical Engineering Program was first offered
1995 Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering Program was first offered
1995 M.Eng. in Chemical Engineering Program was first offered
2001 M.Eng. in Environmental Engineering and Management Program was first offered
2002 M.S. in Environmental Engineering and Management Program was first offered
2002 B.S. in Chemical Engineering Honors and M.S. in Chemical Engineering Program was offered
Recognitions, Accreditations, and Assessments for the B.S. Chemical Engineering Program
These accreditations safeguard the interests of students, parents, De La Salle University, and prospective employers by ensuring that the graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering Program meet or exceed the standards established by leading experts in the field.
The De La Salle University Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering Program is recognized, accredited, or assessed by the following organizations:
The DLSU Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering.