Sathyabama University was established under section (3) of the UGC Act, 1956 (A Christian Minority Institution) which was formerly known as Sathyabama Engineering College established by JEPPIAAR EDUCATIONAL TRUST in 1987. It is a pioneer institute imparting knowledge in the areas of engineering, science, technology and education. The institution's progress and contribution in the field of technical education for over two decades made the Ministry of Human Resources Development, Govt. of India to grant Deemed University status on 16th July , 2001 and University status on 13th September , 2006 under section(3) of the UGC Act, 1956.

Sathyabama University under the dynamic leadership of Honorable Chancellor Dr. JEPPIAAR, Madam Chancellor Remibai Jeppiaar, has been strengthening university development activities to bring fruits of research for betterment of the society with the able support and valuable guidance of Dr.Marie Johnson and Mrs.Mariazeena Johnson, Directors,

The Department of Chemical Engineering was established in the year 1995 with introduction to Research programme in 2002. The department offers B.Tech in Chemical Engineering and M.Tech in Environmental Engineering. Doctoral programmes in Chemical and Environmental Engineering are also offered. The department has 19 well qualified and dedicated faculties with a blend of teaching and industrial experience. The Department has undertaken various sponsored and collaborative research and development projects funded by IGCAR, ISRO and MNRE .​