Chemical and Biological Engineering

Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

At Monash we see potential in everything. We thrive in that pivotal space where engineering, chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics intersect.

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Our undergraduate courses

Explore our courses, single degrees, double degrees, specialisations and minors.

Our postgraduate courses

Discover the range of postgraduate coursework options we have on offer.

Our research degrees

Step into a future of discovery and impact with our leading research degrees in CBE.

Welcome from the Head

A message from Professor Sankar Bhattacharya, Head of the Department of CBE.

Our research

Our researchers are leading the way in pollution control, energy management, and transformation of waste into useful products.

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Latest news

Academy honours Australia's eminent scientists

Today, the The Australian Academy of Science (AAS) has welcomed 26 Fellows and two Corresponding Members to its Fellowship, recognising distinguished scientists whose work spans fields from fundamental physics to biomedical research.

Packaging research leader named PIDA finalist

Monash Engineering acknowledges Professor Gil Garnier of Monash Chemical and Biological Engineering who has been named a finalist in the 2026 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards.

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