Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) at Brunel University of London

Programme overview

Our Chemical Engineering BEng degree is an innovative course that has been developed to equip you with a broad range of knowledge and skills to meet the needs of the chemical and biochemical industry. The course is internationally accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers. Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to a new, modern laboratory with equipment and rigs for your experimental work.

Faculty: College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences | Department: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement | Study mode: full-time; placement year option | Intake: September | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Course delivery is a well-balanced mix of theory and practical sessions. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Engineering Mathematics and Programming I, Engineering Mathematics and Programming II, Engineering Practice, Engineering Systems and Energy I, Engineering Systems and Energy 2, Engineering Mechanics - Statics, Engineering Mechanics and Materials and others; Year 2: Chemical Engineer’s Toolbox, Engineering Computing and Statistics, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Chemical Reaction Engineering, Fluids Mechanics, Engineering Chemistry, Heat and Mass Transfer and others; Year 3: Process Design and Safety, Chemical Engineering Design Project, Separation Processes II, Process Design and Safety II, Biochemical Engineering, Process Control, Big Data Analytics.

Career pathways

Brunel’s pioneering chemical engineering courses have been designed in close collaboration with the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) accreditation body to prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career in one of the fastest growing engineering disciplines.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: ABB - BBB (see specific subjects) (A-level), DDD - DDM (see specific subjects) (BTEC), 31 - 30 (IB). A-level standard offer: GCE A-level ABB including Maths and one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths, Mathematical Studies, Critical Thinking and General Studies not accepted). BTEC National Extended Diploma: DDD in Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering with Distinctions in Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems. IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma 31 points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths (Analysis and Approaches) and Higher Level 5 in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography or Design Technology. A minimum of five GCSEs are required, including GCSE Mathematics grade C or grade 4 and GCSE English Language grade C or grade 4 or GCSE English Literature grade B or grade 5. English language: IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 21,795 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/search/courses?query=&refinementList%5Bscheme%5D%5B0%5D=Undergraduate&refinementList%5BacademicYear%5D%5B0%5D=2026&refinementList%5Buniversity%5D%5B0%5D=Brunel%20University%20of%20London

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