BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering at Canterbury Christ Church University

Study for a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering at university to kickstart your career in a variety of sectors. Focusing on chemical engineering for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and the food industry, a Chemical Engineering degree from Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) offers a well-rounded, innovative, and practical course structure to ensure that you’re ready for the world of work upon graduation.

Faculty: School of Sciences, Psychology, Arts and Humanities, Computing, Engineering, and Sport  |  Department: Engineering and Computing  |  Duration: 3 years (Full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Master the MIT-developed CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate) approach to solve complex engineering issues through a hands-on, practical framework. Develop efficient and sustainable chemical processes tailored for the pharmaceutical and food sectors. Core modules include Year 1: Computer Aided Engineering, Chemistry for Chemical Engineers, Applied Mathematics and Programming, Introduction to Chemical Engineering, Integrated Electro-mechanical Systems and Practices Engineering; Year 2: Chemical Reaction Engineering, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics, Separation Processes, Control and Instrumentation; Year 3: Process Modelling, Safety and Sustainability, Future Engineering, Engineering Research Practice, Engineering Project, Energy Engineering Systems.

Career pathways

Chemical engineers are among the most versatile engineers, applying their skills across industries including pharmaceuticals, energy, water treatment, manufacturing, food production and sustainability. You'll graduate with the technical knowledge and problem-solving skills needed to tackle some of the world's biggest challenges, from developing low-carbon technologies to improving industrial processes, and creating innovative healthcare solutions.

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