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Ranked 3rd in the UK for Chemical Engineering (Guardian University Guide 2024), this accredited world-class degree will prepare you for a diverse career in an in-demand sector.
Vital to modern society, developing solutions to our planets most pressing challenges such as sustainability and clean energy - chemical engineers change the world. This unique course combines modules in fundamental chemical engineering with those in chemistry, physical chemistry and mathematics, allowing you to gain the in-depth knowledge needed to ensure the safe and profitable pro...
**Overview**<br/>Ranked 3rd in the UK for Chemical Engineering (Guardian University Guide 2024), this accredited world-class degree will prepare you for a diverse career in an in-demand sector.<br/><br/>Vital to modern society, developing solutions to our planets most pressing challenges such as sustainability and clean energy - chemical engineers change the world. This unique course combines modules in fundamental chemical engineering with those in chemistry, physical chemistry and mathematics, allowing you to gain the in-depth knowledge needed to ensure the safe and profitable production of the chemicals and materials that make the world go round. At the same time, you will be learning a robust selection of practical skills, such as problem-solving, engineering-relevant IT and engineering design skills.<br/><br/>**Assessment** <br/><br/>Your learning process will be monitored continuously by a variety of assessments, which include a combination of written examinations or class tests, online class tests, coursework, design and research project reports, technical reports and oral presentations.<br/><br/>**Key course benefits**<br/><br/><br/>- Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers for the purposes of meeting the educational requirements for Chartered Chemical Engineer<br/><br/><br/>- Ranked 3rd in the UK (Guardian University Guide, 2024)<br/><br/><br/>- Ranked 2nd in the UK for teaching quality (Sunday Times University Guide, 2024)<br/><br/><br/>- Internationally recognised for research<br/><br/><br/>- Our optional placement year offers you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and set your studies in the context of a working environment, designed to boost your future employment prospects.<br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H803
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
D:15,M:30,P:0
15 Distinctions and 30 Merits at Level 3 including at least 15 credits at Level 3 in Mathematics and 15 credits at Level 3 in STEM (a) subject units. STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
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achieving 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level including Mathematics another listed STEM (a) subject. STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
DDM
Any subject: DDM + grade B in A Level Maths QCF BTEC Engineering: DDM + Distinction grades in the following units: Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians RQF BTEC Engineering: DDM + Distinction grades in the following units: Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics. For other BTEC combinations please check the Aston website.
English Language or Literature Grade C/4 and Mathematics Grade C/4.
B,B,C
C,C,C
BBC: including grade B in Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject - Standard offer BCC: including Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject & if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B CCC: including Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject - Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer) STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.
D
The following T levels are accepted qualifications for this course: - Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - Building Services Engineering for Construction - Onsite Construction - Design and Development for Engineering Manufacturing - Engineering Manufacturing Processing and Control - Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering Manufacturing
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