London South Bank University

Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Choose our BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering course if you are looking for a fascinating career working on the industrial processes that make the world work. Chemical Engineering focuses on developing safe and sustainable ways to turn raw materials into everyday products. We run a hands-on course, that includes computer simulation, laboratory practice, industrial days and visits, and a community that is diverse, friendly, and supportive.

You also have the opportunity to work in industry on placement for a year. It is this environment that enables our graduates to be well-equipped to work in industries including energy, water, food, drink, chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers, the course offers progression to Chartered Engineer status.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers
  • Offers progression towards Chartered Engineer status
  • Optional year-long industry placement
  • Hands-on learning through computer simulation and laboratory practice
  • Industrial days and site visits built into the course
  • Focus on safe, sustainable processes turning raw materials into products

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — 112 UCAS points , with subjects including Maths and Physical Sciences (Chemistry preferred).
  • GCSE: C or above — to include Mathematics

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Chemical Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Water Treatment Engineer
  • Pharmaceutical Process Engineer
  • Energy Engineer
  • Food and Drink Process Engineer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,250 per year | International: £15,900 per year

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 London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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