
Chemical Engineering with Environmental Engineering including an Industrial Year Beng (Hon)
Course Overview - Chemical Engineering with Environmental Engineering including an Industrial Year Beng (Hon)
By combining chemical and environmental engineering, you’ll design processes and products that minimise environmental impacts on air, land and water – addressing key issues such as waste disposal, environmental compliance, pollutant management and water supply.
Our programme is characterised by its focus on industrial relevance. As well as spending a year in industry – gaining first-hand experience of the exciting challenges faced by engineers – you’ll engage in practical laboratory work, design and problem-based projects, independent and peer-led learning, and research gr...
By combining chemical and environmental engineering, you’ll design processes and products that minimise environmental impacts on air, land and water – addressing key issues such as waste disposal, environmental compliance, pollutant management and water supply. <br/><br/>Our programme is characterised by its focus on industrial relevance. As well as spending a year in industry – gaining first-hand experience of the exciting challenges faced by engineers – you’ll engage in practical laboratory work, design and problem-based projects, independent and peer-led learning, and research grounded in real industrial challenges. You’ll graduate ready to make an impact in a variety of industries, including food and drink, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and renewable energy.<br/><br/>In your first year, you’ll cover the fundamentals of chemical and environmental engineering and build a solid foundation in what it means to be a professional engineer.<br/><br/>As you progress through your course, you’ll develop a thorough understanding of chemical and environmental engineering theory, method and practice, as well as transferable skills such as project management, analytical thinking, leadership and teamwork.<br/><br/>In your third year, your industrial placement will help refine your skills and allow you to see first-hand the challenges and innovations driving the profession forward. <br/><br/>By the time you graduate, you’ll have the skills, knowledge and passion to make a real difference, ready to lead the way toward a more sustainable future where engineering serves both people and the planet. You’ll also be on track to register as a professionally qualified engineer, following the relevant industrial training and experience. <br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>- <strong>Top 5</strong> for Chemical Engineering in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and The Guardian University Guide 2025<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>World top 100</strong> for Chemical Engineering (QS Top World University Rankings by Subject 2025)<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Expert teaching</strong> – Learn from research, industrial and teaching experts with decades of industrial experience<br/><br/><br/>• Accredited by the <strong>IChemE</strong> (Institution of Chemical Engineers)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Accredited by the <strong>IOM3</strong> (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining]<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry experience – Get invaluable, paid work experience with an integrated placement year in industry <br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
HVH2
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B,B
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA including Mathematics and one of Chemistry or Physics.
Access to HE Diploma
D:36,M:9,P:0
To include Distinctions in 15 Mathematics credits and 15 Distinctions in Engineering/Science credits. Applications are assessed on an individual basis.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
or 666 in Higher Level Certificates including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, 6 Higher Level Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or Standard Level 7 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches plus Higher Level 6 in one of Physics or Chemistry.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in an Engineering subject grades D*DD including Distinctions in Engineering Principles, Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade 4 (alpha grade C)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
and A Level Mathematic grade A.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
including Mathematics and one of Chemistry or Physics. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Higher grades AAABB.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M1,M1
including Mathematics and one of Chemistry or Physics
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
and A Level grades AA including Mathematics and one from Physics or Chemistry.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths qualification. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your Core Maths qualification will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your Core Maths qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
A level
A,A,A
including Mathematics and including one of Chemistry or Physics. Excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Citizenship Studies.
T Level
A level mathematics also required. For applicants with T Level qualifications without A level mathematics the Foundation Year (H100) is recommended.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with A Level grades AA in Mathematics and one of Chemistry or Physics.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £30,750 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |