Chemical engineering involves developing more sustainable ways of manufacturing the products we use every day while addressing the global challenges of climate change, energy, sustainability, and human health.
Chemical engineers design processes to transform raw materials into products such as chemicals, fuels, foods and pharmaceuticals at an industrial scale safely, sustainably and cost-effectively. Chemical engineers also contribute enormously to wider society, for example, by manufacturing new drugs at affordable costs and by tackling environmental problems such as pollu...
Chemical engineering involves developing more sustainable ways of manufacturing the products we use every day while addressing the global challenges of climate change, energy, sustainability, and human health.<br/><br/>Chemical engineers design processes to transform raw materials into products such as chemicals, fuels, foods and pharmaceuticals at an industrial scale safely, sustainably and cost-effectively. Chemical engineers also contribute enormously to wider society, for example, by manufacturing new drugs at affordable costs and by tackling environmental problems such as pollution and global warming.<br/><br/>You will develop a wide understanding of chemical and process engineering and learn how chemical engineers play a critical role in making key decisions including:<br/>- selecting the best reaction pathway to the desired product in order to minimize formation of unwanted by-products<br/><br/><br/>- determining how to purify the product<br/><br/><br/>- designing the best control system to ensure the process is safe<br/><br/><br/>- developing the most cost-effective process<br/><br/><br/>- how to deal with unreacted raw materials<br/><br/><br/>- optimising the process to maximise yield and recycle energy to maximise efficiency.<br/><br/><br/>Our interdisciplinary approach means that you study the fundamentals of each engineering discipline before specialising in your third year. You can therefore keep your options open while gaining a wide range of perspectives and skills - something that makes Aberdeen graduates better equipped to collaborate, innovate and lead in the workplace.<br/><br/>Our location in Aberdeen, the energy capital of Europe, and our strong industry links means that you will have the opportunity to engage with both the local upstream oil and gas industry and with the latest developments in the energy transition through the School of Engineering’s work in energy from biomass, energy conversion and storage, biorefinery and the production of chemicals from biomass.<br/><br/>If you are interested in chemical reactions and understanding how the physical properties of matter can be harnessed to create world-changing technologies, then you should consider Chemical Engineering at Aberdeen.<br/><br/>**Chemical Engineering at Aberdeen is ranked 3rd in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2023.**
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
H813
Institution Code
A20
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherB,B,B,B BBBB required to include Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics or Engineering Science (previously known as Technological Studies). Also required: English at Standard Grade 1, 2 or 3 or National 5 at grades A, B or C. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 32 Points including Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics at HL (5 or above) and English at Standard Level. Entry to Year 2: 34 points with 6 at HL required for Maths, Chemisry and Physics and 5 in English at Standard Level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DDM in Mathematics and Physics required. GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Physics or Dual Award Science. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 5 subjects at Higher, with 3 at H2 and 2 at H3 H2 or above in Mathematics and H3 or above in Physics and Chemistry required. Scottish Advanced HigherA,A,B Entry to Year 2: Three Advanced Highers with AAB, A in Maths and AB in Physics and Chemistry. Also required: English at Standard Grade 1, 2 or 3 or National 5 at grades A, B or C. Scottish HNCFor entry to Year 2: Satisfactory completion of HNC Chemical Process Technology (120 SCQF credit points) - A in all Graded Units - Curriculum to include: Engineering Maths 1, 2 and 3 (or equivalent), Physics Principles Mechanics (H93H 34). For entry to Year 2: Satisfactory completion of HNC Engineering Systems (120 SCQF credit points) - A in all Graded Units - Curriculum to include: Engineering Maths 1, 2 and 3 (or equivalent). Contact Selector to discuss exact unit requirements. For entry to Year 2: Satisfactory completion of HNC Petroleum Engineering (120 SCQF credit points) - A in all Graded Units - Curriculum to include: Engineering Maths 1, 2 and 3 (or equivalent), Fundamental Chemistry: An Introduction (DX2933), and Fundamental Concepts of Organic Chemistry (DP2P33). Scottish HNDFor entry to Year 3: Satisfactory completion of HND Chemical Process Technology (240 SCQF credit points) - BA in Graded Units - Curriculum to include: Engineering Maths 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 (or equivalent). For entry to Year 3: Satisfactory completion of HND Engineering Systems (240 SCQF credit points) - A in all Graded Units - Curriculum to include: Engineering Maths 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (or equivalent). Contact Selector to discuss exact unit requirements. Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects. A levelB,B,C Three A Levels at BBC to include Chemistry, Maths and Physics or Design & Technology or Engineering. Mathematics and Physics or Design & Technology or Engineering should be at Grade B. GCSE English at a Grade C also required. Entry to Year 2: Three A Levels with A in Maths and AB in Physics and Chemistry. GCSE English at a Grade C also required. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £24,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |