MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering (Industry) at Newcastle University

Programme overview

This professionally accredited MEng Honours degree includes a 9-12-month paid work placement, boosting your practical skills and preparing you for a rewarding career at the cutting edge of science and technology. You'll study a broad curriculum covering the theory and practical application of chemical engineering, including how to use industrial apparatus in our very own pilot plant. In your third year, you'll spend a paid year in industry, gaining invaluable work experience and building industry contacts.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Engineering | Duration: Full time: 4 years | Study mode: full-time, integrated master's | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In Stage 1 you'll cover the core principles of engineering, mathematics and science. These include chemistry, thermodynamics, the principles of chemical engineering, and engineering mathematics. Compulsory modules include: Thermodynamics, Transfer Processes, Computing and Numerical Methods, Data Analysis in Process Industries, Chemical Engineering Laboratory, Chemistry for Chemical Engineers, Principles of Chemical Engineering, Engineering Mathematics I, Separation Processes 1, Transfer Processes 2, Reactor Engineering, Introduction to Bioprocessing and Chemical Process Development, Thermodynamics 2, Process Measurement, Dynamics & Control.

Career pathways

Chemical Engineering is a truly global profession with worldwide opportunities leading to well-paid and rewarding careers. As a chemical engineering graduate with industry experience, you'll be highly employable and possess valuable transferable skills, such as problem solving and innovation. Graduate roles and employers include: biotechnology; chemicals; energy; environment; green technology; oil and gas; pharmaceuticals; water; chemical engineer; energy marketing & trading analyst.

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Entry requirements

A levels: ABB including Chemistry and Mathematics or Further Mathematics. IB: 32 points with Mathematics and Chemistry at Higher Level grade 6. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level including Mathematics and Chemistry at Grade 6 and completion of a national high school diploma. BTEC: Candidates will be considered for Foundation Year entry. Please see Engineering Foundation Year for specific entrance requirements. Candidates who also have A Level Mathematics will be considered on an individual basis. Scottish Highers: AAB at Advanced Higher including Chemistry and Mathematics or Further Mathematics. Two Highers at the required grade (in different subjects to those offered at Advanced Higher) may replace a third Advanced Higher. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent including 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 30,700 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/h815/#how-to-apply

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