Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
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.
The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with courses in this subject area are Process Engineers, Safety Engineers, Plant Engineers, Product Safety Engineers and Chemical Process Engineers.* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduates. 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.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
- Prepares you to work towards Chartered Chemical Engineer status
- Covers chemical engineering from fundamentals through to process design
- Strong focus on chemistry within a chemical engineering context
- Develops systems thinking, mathematics and process safety skills
- Optional placement year available as a four-year route
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BBC — to include including Maths and either Chemistry or Physics
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — …Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including A Levels in Maths and either Chemistry or Physics.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level including grade B in A Level Maths.
- Access to HE Diploma — Engineering) with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Process Engineer
- Chemical Process Engineer
- Safety Engineer
- Plant Engineer
- Product Safety Engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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