Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year Beng (Hon)

Chemical engineers design, optimise, and manage the processes that turn raw materials into products society relies on. Their expertise helps ensure natural resources are used sustainably and that by‑products are handled safely and responsibly.

Our BEng (Hons)/ MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering provides expert training in modern process engineering, helping you develop analytical and problem-solving skills essential for applying engineering principles in real‑world industries.

Throughout the programme, you will combine theory with hands-on experience, progressing from from laboratory work to pilot-plant operations, process simulation, and design projects. With access to our chemical engineering pilot plant, you will gain valuable experience to operate pilot-scale process units, bridging laboratory studies with industrial site visits that are embedded within the curriculum.

Graduates develop the skills needed for careers across sectors including chemicals, energy, water and wastewater, pharmaceuticals, food and drink, advanced materials, and consultancy, as well as emerging fields such clean energy and biotechnology.

If you’re concerned about meeting the entry requirements, the BEng Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year offers an ideal route into the degree. It provides an introduction to higher‑level study and builds your confidence, knowledge, and academic skills before progressing to Year 1 of the BEng.

Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.

With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn’t the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she’s got a big personality with a cost of living that’s refreshingly affordable compared to most other UK cities. Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.

As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include a mock court room, indoor athletics centre & virtual reality lab, you'll learn from leading academics, in a supportive and nurturing environment.

With 120 societies, 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures.

Whoever you are and whoever you want to be, you'll find yourself right at home in Swansea.