The Master of Science in Chemical Engineering at USC Viterbi School of Engineering provides advanced education in chemical engineering with a curriculum covering core topics such as transport phenomena, applied mathematics, thermodynamics, kinetics, and reaction engineering. Students tailor their studies further with elective coursework in specialized fields. The degree is designed to prepare graduates for technical roles in manufacturing industries including chemicals, materials, energy, pharmaceuticals, microelectronics, consumer products, and more. The program is available both on-campus and online (DEN@Viterbi), and is eligible for the STEM OPT extension for international students. After the first semester, students may request to pursue a thesis or research option, subject to approval. Career prospects include pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, consulting, project management, process control, and other fields related to chemical engineering. 来源： https://chems.usc.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/bs-chemical-engineering/