BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Launch your chemical engineering career with this accredited course shaped by world-leading research. Chemical Engineering is a highly versatile and interdisciplinary subject. It applies the principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology, and economics to transform energy and materials into useful and affordable products.

Faculty: School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering | Department: Chemical Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) degree is designed to provide you with a 'Chemical Engineering Toolbox' that can be applied in all industries that employ chemical engineers. Year 1 compulsory modules: Chemical Engineering Science, Engineering Principles and Design, Process Balances, Thermofluids, Transfer Processes, Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering.

Career pathways

A degree in Chemical Engineering from Loughborough University will give you the specialist knowledge that is necessary to meet the needs of industry. You will also gain a diverse skill set that includes project management, teamwork, leadership, business acumen and people management.

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Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: AAB including Maths and at least one from Chemistry or Physics. Typical IB offer: 35 (6 6 5 HL) including Maths and at least one from Chemistry or Physics at HL. Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering: DDD plus A level Maths at Grade B; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering: DD plus A level Maths at Grade B. GCSE: GCSE English Language grade 4/C. Selection: Applicants are usually selected based on their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

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

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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