Chemical engineering is a fairly universal degree and can be studied anywhere in the world. Most well-known universities offer a degree in chemical engineering, though where you do your degree might play a role in what specific industry you plan on getting into. Here are the best countries to get a chemical engineering degree.

In Europe, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, and Denmark emphasize practical training and are a great choice for anyone that wants hands-on training in state-of-the-arts laboratories. Germany has the largest chemical industry in Europe and its universities offer many technical courses. As an extra bonus, recent educational reforms make Deutschland a particularly affordable place to learn (and live!). The UK and Ireland both have have leading universities concentrating on organic and inorganic chemistries while also providing ample research options (and teach all classes in English).

Various universities in Australia offer degrees in chemical engineering, with emphasis on courses such as organic chemistry, engineering analysis, chemical process analysis, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and reactor engineering. If getting a tan between classes and chilling with some of the world's craziest animals on the weekend sounds like your flavor of vegemite, hop on down under.

China has become increasingly notable in the chemical industry, with booming advances in both engineering and technology. There is also an important crossover with computer sciences, which is good for learning about subjects such as data structure and algorithms. If biochemical and some fine chemicals are more your cup of tea, then Japan is a good option to consider. Keep in mind that learning styles in these countries do tend to be more conservative, but the degree will be worth its weight in gold!