Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons)

Chemical engineering is a specialised branch of engineering that’s constantly innovating ways to address the universal need for food, water, energy and materials. Tap into this vital field within our Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) course, which prepares you with the skills and knowledge needed for potentially exciting career opportunities, allowing you to make an impact on the world. Chemical engineers are more in-demand than ever in the 21st century, thanks to global challenges like climate change and fossil fuel depletion.

 

Why study Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons)

This Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) course is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), meaning it will provide you in-depth coverage of modern, industry-relevant chemical engineering material, from the fundamentals all the way to process design. You’ll be prepared to start your journey towards achieving Chartered Chemical Engineer status after completion.

 

This course is strong on the subject of chemistry in the context of chemical engineering, as well as on the following skills: systems thinking, mathematics, and process safety.

 

You’ll gain relevant real-world experience throughout this course. You’ll be taught by leading academics through lectures, seminars and sessions, which will be supplemented by modern industry instruments in our specialist chemical sciences and chemical engineering labs, which feature pilot-scale rigs. Following your first two years in the course, you’ll put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional supervised work placement. During this placement year, you’ll:

  • Experience working in a real-world environment within the industry, in the UK or internationally.
  • Explore employment opportunities within organisations related to your studies and chosen pathway.
  • Network with potential employers and construct work experience profiles to prepare for a future Chemical Engineering career.