BEng Chemical Engineering

The Heriot-Watt University BEng Chemical Engineering programme focuses on understanding how to safely and sustainably transform raw materials into useful products and energy sources. Students will gain knowledge in core chemical engineering principles, including process design, sustainable development, and advanced energy systems. This course prepares graduates to address global challenges related to resources and the environment.

Learning methods combine lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and engineering design projects, fostering problem-solving abilities and critical thinking. The curriculum is professionally accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), ensuring it meets industry standards and prepares students for a successful career in the field. Students will develop skills essential for careers in various industries, from pharmaceuticals to sustainable energy.

Heriot-Watt University is a respected public university with its main campus in Edinburgh. It is known for its strengths in subjects like business, science, technology, engineering, design, and textiles. The university ranks highly worldwide and is noted for its significant investment in facilities, also achieving high rates of graduate employment, showing that many students find jobs or continue their studies after finishing.

The university provides over 217 different courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students across its campuses in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Dubai, and Malaysia. With many students joining from outside the UK, Heriot-Watt creates an international learning environment. The university aims to offer a helpful educational setting where students can learn from top academics and connect with others who share their academic interests.

Applicants must submit a personal statement explaining why they want to study the course and provide other details about their academic background. A letter of recommendation from an academic or an employer is also needed. Students can also include their CV with their application to show any work experience they have.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need A-Levels (BBC-ABB), International Baccalaureate, BTEC, HNC, and HND. A-level equivalent international qualifications are also considered. 

English Proficiency:

• If English is not your first language, you need an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5. 
• Heriot-Watt University also accepts other scores like PTE and TOEFL.

The tuition fee for international students for the BEng Chemical Engineering programme at Heriot-Watt University is £25,008.

Heriot-Watt University provides a range of scholarships for eligible international undergraduate students, with over £6 million disbursed annually in various forms of support. These include the Dean's Global Merit Scholarship, offering £1,500 - £3,000 for students from specific regions, and other regional merit scholarships covering Africa, Asia, the Middle East, North America, and South America. Specific country-based scholarships, such as the India Diwali Scholarship, may also be available. These scholarships typically offer a reduction in tuition fees.

Graduates of the BEng Chemical Engineering programme at Heriot-Watt University have strong career prospects across various sectors. The skills acquired prepare them for roles in industries that involve transforming materials and developing processes. Potential career opportunities include:

• Energy and Utilities
• Pharmaceuticals
• Food Processing
• Health and Safety
• Sustainable Development
• Environmental Protection

Applications for this course can be submitted through UCAS. Please speak to our trained counsellors for assistance.