BEng Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year
Course overview
The BEng Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year at Swansea University is a four-year undergraduate programme designed for students who do not yet hold the necessary qualifications for direct entry to the first year of a full engineering degree.
The Foundation Year focuses on core engineering concepts, including the design, operation, and optimisation of chemical and physical processes that convert raw materials into usable products while strengthening students' mathematical and scientific knowledge.
Learning during the course involves lectures, practical laboratory work, and personal tutorials, while assessment is completed through coursework, formal examinations, and significant design or research projects.
Entry requirements
Applicants 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. Students can also submit a CV to showcase any relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically require 104 UCAS tariff points from A Levels at CCC or CDD, a BTEC Extended Diploma, a merit in T Levels, or an International Baccalaureate.
- International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are accepted too.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants 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.
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 with a Foundation Year from Swansea University can pursue roles in:
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Engineering
- Material Science
- Management Consultancy
- Food Engineering
- Occupational Health & Safety Management
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the BEng Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year at Swansea University is £25,950 per year.
Admission
International applicants have the option to apply either through UCAS or directly to the University. Speak to our trained counsellors for help with the application process.
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