BEng Chemical Engineering
Course overview
The BEng Chemical Engineering at Swansea University is a three-year full-time professionally accredited course that focuses on developing analytical and problem-solving skills to transform raw materials into valuable products in an efficient and environmentally sound manner. The programme also ensures graduates understand how to use natural resources sustainably and manage the safe disposal of by-products.
Learning methods include lectures, tutorials, and practical work within advanced chemical engineering facilities, such as the modern Pilot Chemical Laboratory, while assessment involves examinations, coursework, and major individual or group design project work.
Entry requirements
Candidates should submit a personal statement that includes their reasons for applying and other relevant details about their academic background. A reference from an academic source or employer is also necessary. They can also submit a CV to showcase any relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Candidates typically require 120 UCAS tariff points from A Levels at ABB or BCC, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DDD, a merit in T Levels, or an International Baccalaureate.
English Proficiency:
- Candidates from non-English-speaking countries must demonstrate their English language skills by achieving an overall score of 6.0 on the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in speaking, listening, and writing.
- Other English language qualifications, like TOEFL, are also accepted.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng Chemical Engineering from Swansea University can work as:
- Chemical Engineers
- Energy Engineers
- Petroleum Engineers
- Mining Engineers
- Technical Plant Managers
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students who want to study the BEng Aerospace Engineering with a Foundation Year at Swansea University is £25,950.
Admission
Candidates can apply for this course using the university’s online application process or UCAS. You can also speak with our trained counsellors for assistance.
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