Chemical Engineering Integrated with AI, Business, and Sustainability (International Program) (IChEˣ)

Preparing next-gen chemical engineers for data-driven innovation in chemical, food, pharmaceutical, and energy industries.

AI-Integrated Chemical Engineering

Chemical Engineering Integrated with AI, Business, and Sustainability: IChEˣ is a future-oriented program jointly developed by the Department of Chemical Engineering and the Department of Computer Engineering, Kasetsart University.

The IChEˣ program aims to develop a “new generation of chemical engineers” who are not only experts in process engineering but also excel in digital skills, artificial intelligence (AI), business management, and sustainable design. Students will gain up-to-date interdisciplinary knowledge, ready to advance into real-world work in Smart Industry, Tech Startups, or develop their own innovations. The program responds to the rapidly changing industrial world with young professionals who are “skilled, critical thinkers, adaptable, and capable of applying technology in practice.” The curriculum offers an extension through the 4+1 program leading to a Master of Engineering (AI-Integrated Engineering) to develop deep AI expertise and understand the full integration of AI with IT and automation systems in industry.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering integrated with Artificial Intelligence, Business, and Sustainability (International Program) IChEˣ IUP of the Department of Chemical Engineering normally admits students through TCAS Round 1 (portfolio) and Admission Round 3, with a combined total of 40 students.

The AI-Integrated Engineering Program (AIEP) is offered in a 4+1 integrated format between the IChEˣ program of the Department of Chemical Engineering and the Master of Engineering in AI-Integrated Engineering of the Department of Computer Engineering.

  • Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering integrated with AI, Business, and Sustainability – International Program)
  • Master’s Degree: Master of Engineering in AI-Integrated Engineering (Regular Thai curriculum)
  • First Intake: Academic Year 2027
  • Number of Students: 15
  • Admission Channel: TCAS Round 1 (Portfolio) IUP
  • Not offered in the regular special program

Program Highlights

  • Focus on digital transformation in chemical, food, and energy engineering processes
  • Courses co-taught by experts in chemical process systems and AI-based simulation
  • Strong collaboration with research institutes both in Thailand and abroad, e.g., Nara Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Japan
  • Cross-disciplinary learning with students from other AI x Engineering fields

What You’ll Learn

Students will develop core knowledge in chemical reactions, separations, thermodynamics, mass and energy transfer, process simulation, entrepreneurship, life cycle assessment, and sustainable process design. This comprehensive foundation covers the essential principles of chemical engineering while integrating business and sustainability perspectives.

The program teaches students to apply AI in predicting product properties, chemical reactions, process optimization, predictive maintenance, and smart supply chains. This integration enables students to leverage artificial intelligence for solving complex chemical engineering challenges and optimizing industrial processes.

Students will gain hands-on practice in laboratories and workshops focused on smart sensors, process simulation software, and data platforms. This practical experience ensures graduates are proficient with modern tools and technologies used in contemporary chemical engineering practice.

Example Research Topics

  • Design of materials and chemical processes using AI
  • Machine learning for predictive maintenance in chemical plants
  • AI-based quality control in manufacturing processes
  • Development of intelligent process control systems
  • Data analytics for sustainable energy use and waste reduction
  • Time and logistics management for chemical product delivery

Industry and Research Partners

  • Nara Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Japan)
  • National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
  • UBE Chemicals (Asia) PLC
  • SCG Chemicals
  • AI Research Group, Kasetsart University

4+1 Pathway

The detailed study plan will be available soon. Read more about the undergraduate AI core courses and the Master program.

Career Opportunities

  • AI-driven process engineer
  • Production and quality engineer in food and pharmaceutical industries
  • Process integration engineer in petrochemical and green technology industries
  • Data scientist in energy, materials, and smart logistics
  • Computational chemical engineering researcher
  • Digital carbon reduction solutions specialist
  • Innovator in chemical/sustainability/carbon technology

Competitive Advantages

  • Dual degree (B.Eng. + M.Eng.) in high-impact engineering fields
  • Deep interdisciplinary collaboration between chemical and computer engineering
  • First chemical engineering program in Thailand to systematically integrate AI, Business, and Sustainability, bridging process engineering with digital technology and modern business strategies – ideal for students seeking more than a traditional chemical engineering education
  • Strong connections with industry and real-world research
  • Cultivates a mindset of developers, innovators, and DeepTech entrepreneurs in sustainable chemical, food, and pharmaceutical industries

Enrichment Activities

  • Opportunities for undergraduate research (UROP)
  • Internships with partners in Thailand and abroad
  • AI camps and technical exchange programs
  • Ongoing mentorship from faculty and industry leaders
  • Activities to strengthen both technical (hard) skills and communication, teamwork, and leadership (soft) skills, preparing graduates for global careers

AI Foundation Courses (Undergraduate Level)

Students will take the following courses during their first 3 years as undergradute students.

  • Applied AI for Engineering (01204162)
  • Mathematical Foundations for AI Engineers (course under development)
  • Programming Concepts for Data Processing and Analysis (course under development)

See course descriptions.

Equivalent internal courses from Chemical Engineering may be submitted for equivalency review.Currently, two new courses are being developed for the IChEˣ program: one focusing on applying AI to solve chemical engineering problems, and one on Process Simulation. There is also a plan to propose one programming-related course for equivalency.

Distinctive Graduate Outcomes

Graduates of this program will:

  • Possess digital and AI skills alongside deep chemical engineering knowledge, enabling precise, fast, and sustainable problem-solving
  • Assess and select appropriate digital or AI technologies to meet sustainability goals and optimize processes in alignment with real industrial environments, reducing process waste
  • Understand both engineering and business perspectives, able to evaluate economic feasibility, investment, and operational strategies for production processes comprehensively
  • Adapt quickly to new technologies and apply them to improve efficiency and competitiveness
  • Lead innovation in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and energy industries