University of Hull

BEng Chemical Engineering With Foundation Year

University of Hull

Course overview

This programme is an integrated four-year full-time course consisting of a preparatory Foundation Year followed by the three-year BEng Chemical Engineering degree.

The Foundation Year is designed for students whose previous qualifications or experience do not allow direct entry into the undergraduate degree. It develops essential subject knowledge and academic skills, ensuring students are fully prepared for the demands of degree-level study.

Successful completion of the Foundation Year, including compulsory modules such as Mathematics for Engineers, guarantees automatic progression to the accredited BEng Chemical Engineering programme.

The BEng degree is fully accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), placing graduates on the professional pathway to becoming an Incorporated Engineer. Students also gain valuable practical experience through hands-on training at specialist facilities such as CATCH.

Entry requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement explaining their interest in Chemical Engineering and providing relevant academic or professional details.

A relevant academic and/or employer reference is required. Applicants are also encouraged to submit a CV to demonstrate work experience.

Grade Requirements

  • A minimum of 80 UCAS points from A levels, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications
  • International qualifications equivalent to A levels are also accepted

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS Academic overall score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component
  • Other accepted English language tests include PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000

  • Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship

  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

  • UG International Fee Waivers - South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    his award offers a £2,000 tuition fee discount for each year of study on a full-time undergraduate program.

    Up to £2,000

  • University of Hull Asia Studentship

    This award is given as a £2,000 tuition fee discount against the cost of a full-time.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng Chemical Engineering programme from the University of Hull can pursue careers in roles such as:

  • Process Engineer
  • Chemical Plant Manager
  • Design Consultant
  • Pharmaceutical Scientist
  • Food and Drink Technologist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BEng Chemical Engineering programme at the University of Hull is £20,000.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may be subject to change.

Admission

Applications should be submitted through the UCAS system.

For additional guidance and application support, candidates may contact AHZ’s trained counsellors.

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