Sheffield Hallam University

MEng Chemical Engineering

Sheffield Hallam University

Course overview

The MEng Chemical Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University is a four-year integrated master’s-level degree. Students learn to design safe and efficient industrial plants. The course focuses on making processes that use energy, manage waste, and support sustainability. It helps students become professional engineers from the start.

In the first year, students cover the basics of chemical engineering fundamentals, engineering maths, chemistry, and materials, with hands-on practical skills. By the second year, they explore process modelling, reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and sustainable engineering. Students can choose a placement year in the third year.

The last year emphasises advanced process design, safety, fluid dynamics, and a significant research or design project. Lectures are through lab work, tutorials, and project activities. Students also use simulations and modelling tools to test concepts, while coursework, reports, presentations, examinations, and a final project are used for evaluation. These methods help students build strong technical knowledge and teamwork skills.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

Applicants typically require 72 UCAS points, which can be achieved through A-levels, BTEC qualifications, or an equivalent qualification.

English Proficiency:

For applicants who do not speak English as their first language, it is necessary to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 with no skill section below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Payment of tuition fees.

  • Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship

    Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000

  • Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund

    Successful applicants will be awarded between £50 and £250.

    Up to £50

  • Online Masters Scholarship

    A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Performance Athlete Support Programme

    Successful applicants will receive support from our multi-disciplinary team of sport practitioners, free Team Hallam Ultimate Membership, and access to our facilities. Some students may also receive a bursary and support.

  • Postgraduate Research Scholarship

    A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Postgraduate Study Discounts

    £2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.

    Up to £2,000

  • Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    £1,000 Postgraduate Taught

    Up to £1,000

  • Transform Together Scholarships

    A half fee waiver (50% discount) is available for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses for the first year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Vice-Chancellor's Award

    South Asia - £2,000; Nigeria - £3,000; South East Asia - £3,000; Ghana- £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MEng Chemical Engineering from Sheffield Hallam University can get job roles such as:

  • Safety Systems Engineer
  • Energy Systems Engineer
  • Environmental Consultant
  • R&D Engineer
  • Plant Operator

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the Sheffield Hallam University MEng Chemical Engineering programme for the academic year 2025/26 is £17,155 per year.

Admission

Applicants for the Sheffield Hallam University MEng Chemical Engineering can submit an application through UCAS. Those who have questions or need support can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.

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