BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering (distance learning) at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A part-time distance-learning BEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering for people working in industry, run by Strathclyde's Department of Chemical and Process Engineering. It is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers for Incorporated Engineer registration and as partly meeting the academic requirement for Chartered Engineer registration.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: Chemical & Process Engineering | Duration: 7-year part-time distance-learning curriculum; entry at Year 4 or Year 5 with credit for prior study and experience, so eligible students can complete in 3 to 4 years part-time | Study mode: online | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core fundamentals include thermodynamics, process analysis, fluid flow, heat transfer and reactors, followed by advanced separations and process control; the final semester is a chemical engineering design project. Applicants are credited with up to half of the credits for prior study and industry experience.

Career pathways

Graduates go into roles such as facilities engineer, lecturer, operations specialist, process chemical engineer and site technical manager.

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Entry requirements

All applicants must have prior experience in chemical-engineering-related industries and some relevant third-level education. Year 4 entry is recommended for most applicants; Year 5 entry normally requires an HNC or HND in chemical engineering or a degree in a related discipline, or closely related qualifications at a similar level. There are no entry options at Years 1 to 3.

GBP 5,100 a year (2026/27). Year 4 of the part-time distance-learning degree for a graduating student (60 credits), tuition only. Source

Duration: 7-year part-time distance-learning curriculum; entry at Year 4 or Year 5 with credit for prior study

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