University of Surrey

BEng Chemical Engineering with foundation year and placement

University of Surrey

Course overview

The BEng Chemical Engineering with Placement Year at the University of Surrey will introduce students to a range of common material properties and outline major classes of material. The Sustainability element provides an introduction to the fundamentals of sustainability and its engineering applications.  

 

On placement, students will gain invaluable first-hand experience of how the industry operates and apply their theoretical knowledge in practice. Many of our students take the Professional Training placement, which can give them a head start in their future careers. 

 

Students are assessed individually and awarded credits for the successful completion of each one. Assessment is based on a combination of coursework, essays, examinations, presentations, and reports.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying to the BEng Chemical Engineering with placement course and provide other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Applicants are also expected to have qualifications equivalent to A-levels at  ABB-BBB in a science subject. Other qualifications include International Baccalaureate and GCSE or equivalent.  

English Proficiency: 

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent recognised English language test score, such as TOEFL or PTE.

Scholarships

  • Discounts for Surrey Graduates

    As graduate of Surrey you may be eligible for a 20 per cent discount on our taught masters programme fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Early Payment Discount

    The discount is awarded as a £2,000 fee waiver for eligible students in the first year of their studies.

    Up to £2,000

  • ICAEW Foundation Bursary

    The ICAEW Foundation Bursary will be given as a one-off payment of £5,000 for one year of postgraduate study.

    Up to £5,000

  • International Alumni Discount for Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS

    The discount of 20% only applies to the first year of the Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS programme.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • International Excellence Award (Postgraduate)

    This prestigious £5,000 award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to selected students starting a masters degree at Surrey.

    Up to £5,000

  • International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)

    The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 fee waiver.

    Up to £5,000

  • ISTAT Foundation Scholarship Program

    Contributing to the development of future aviation professionals by providing funds and avenues for students with a keen interest in commercial aviation.

  • Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Eastern Europe Bridge Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Employer Partnership Scholarship

    This scholarship allows the Surrey MBA to match employer contributions towards the tuition fee up to 40%.

  • Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10–50% of tuition fees, depending on the applicant’s profile and interview performance.

  • Surrey MBA Women in Leadership

    This is a partial scholarship that covers 10 – 50% of the tuition fee.

  • The Professor GQ Max Lu Global Scholarship

    The total value of the award is £30,000 (£10,000 x 3 years).

    Up to £30,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng Chemical Engineering with Placement from the University of Surrey work as:

  • Chemical Engineer

  • Energy Analyst 

  • Environmental Engineer 

  • Manufacturing Engineer

  • Mining Engineer

Cost of study

For international students, the tuition fee for the BEng Chemical Engineering with Placement in the University of Surrey is £27,000 and an extra £1,900 for the placement year.

Admission

Applicants can apply for this course through UCAS or the university's website. Applicants can speak to one of our trained advisors to get more details about the application process and receive help in making their application suitable for the course requirements.

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