Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Prepare for a career as a highly skilled, in-demand chemical engineer with our BEng Chemical Engineering programme and drive progress across industries like food, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and renewable energy.

We’re proud to offer some of the UK’s strongest graduate outcomes, with excellent employment rates and competitive starting salaries. Fully accredited by [IChemE](https://www.icheme.org/) (Institution of Chemical Engineers) and [IOM3](https://www.iom3.org/) (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining), our course is built around real-world relevance and industry needs. Gain the knowledge, experience and confidence to hit the ground running.

From the outset, you’ll build a strong foundation in chemical and environmental engineering, gaining an understanding of what it means to be a professional engineer. As you progress through your course, you’ll undertake several design projects, followed by extensive project work in your final year. These projects are deeply rooted in real-world applications, with options that align with the department's research strengths in energy, process engineering, water, waste management and biotechnology.

You’ll learn in large, modern, and well-equipped laboratories and design studios, with an emphasis on practical, group-based learning. You’ll develop a thorough understanding of chemical engineering theory, method and practice, as well as transferable skills such as project management, analytical thinking, leadership and teamwork.

This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue professional registration as a Chartered Engineer, following the relevant industrial training and experience.

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Why choose this course?

Course highlights

* Accredited by the [IChemE](https://www.icheme.org/) and [IOM3](https://www.iom3.org/).

* Engage with practical labs, real-world design projects and industry-focused experiences, under the guidance of research, industrial and teaching experts.

* Get industry experience with opportunities for a year out in industry and dedicated careers and placement support within the Faculty of Engineering. Graduate destinations include Coca Cola, GSK, KPMG, Shell and Unilever.

Proven results

* We’re ranked 9th in the UK for chemical engineering in the [Complete University Guide 2026](https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/rankings "Complete university guide rankings"), [The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026](https://www.thetimes.com/uk-university-rankings/league-table) and [The Guardian University Guide 2026](https://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2025/sep/13/best-uk-universities-for-chemical-engineering-league-table).

* The average starting salary for chemical and environmental undergraduates within 15 months of graduation was £35,980 (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23).