Program Overview

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Program Overview

The BEng Hons Chemical Engineering (distance learning) program is designed for students with prior experience in chemical engineering-related industries and relevant third-level education. This seven-year part-time distance learning course allows eligible students to enter in Year 4 or 5, with advanced entry at Year 5 possible for applicants with HNC or HND level qualifications in chemical engineering or a degree in a related discipline.

Key Facts

• Accreditation: Institution of Chemical Engineers
• Part-time study: Course designed specifically for part-time distance learning
• Ranking: 5th in the UK (1st in Scotland) for Chemical Engineering (The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)

Study with Us

This course is ideal for those already working as technicians who want to become engineers or for engineers/scientists working in another discipline who want to move into chemical engineering. Eligible students can complete the course in three years.

Why this Course?

This course is the perfect way to progress your career into chemical engineering, allowing you to study to Honours level without leaving your job. You'll receive up to half of your credits in recognition of prior study and current industry experience, with the remaining credits earned through part-time study over three or four years via distance learning.

What You'll Study

You'll learn about the core fundamentals of chemical engineering, including:

• Thermodynamics
• Process analysis
• Fluid flow
• Heat transfer and reactors You'll then learn about advanced separations and process control, culminating in a chemical engineering design project that brings together everything you've learned.

Major Projects

Project work is core to your chemical engineering education, developing your ability to apply technical knowledge, manage your time, communicate, and negotiate within a team. The program incorporates a range of major design projects, enabling you to practice your skills in chemical engineering.

Facilities

You'll be based in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, with access to state-of-the-art research laboratories featuring a comprehensive suite of experimental facilities. As a distance learning student, you'll have access to the University library online, including online books, academic papers, and journals, as well as a postal service for borrowing materials.

Postgraduate Study

Upon completing the course, you'll have the option to progress to postgraduate study, including the Chemical Engineering (MEng), Process Technology & Management (MSc), Advanced Chemical & Process Engineering (MSc), or postgraduate research degree programs in Chemical & Process Engineering.

Course Awards

The staff have been nominated in the annual University of Strathclyde Teaching Excellence Awards and have received external awards from organizations like the IChemE and the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Student Competitions

There's a certificate and prize for the top-performing distance learning student on the BEng Honours course.

Learning & Teaching

The course is delivered from the Virtual Learning Environment, MyPlace, with classes taught by academic staff. Support is provided through online tutorials, webinars, forums, email, and telephone. You're also welcome to attend full-time lectures and tutorials and use the facilities on campus.

Assessment

You'll be assessed using online tests and assignments, with your major project assessed by a written project report. You will also be required to attend written exams, either on campus or at an approved international centre if you're from outside the UK.

Course Content

This is a seven-year part-time distance learning course, with eligible students entering in Year 4 or 5. The course content includes modules such as:

• Chemistry for Chemical Engineering
• Mathematics for Chemical Engineering
• Basic Principles of Chemical Engineering
• Professional Engineering and Project Management
• Process Analysis and Statistics
• Chemical Principles and Thermodynamics
• Chemical Engineering Safety
• Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer
• Reactors
• Mass Transfer and Separation Processes
• Biochemical Engineering
• Process Design and Simulation
• Numerical Methods and Programming
• Process Control and Environmental Technology
• Advanced Separations and Problem Solving
• Chemical Engineering Design

Entry Requirements

All applicants must have prior experience in chemical engineering-related industries and some relevant third-level education. Students who wish to apply for Year 5 will normally have HNC or HND level qualifications in chemical engineering or a degree in a related discipline.

Fees & Funding

Fees are subject to change and are quoted per academic year. The program is designed for students with relevant prior education and experience, with two possible entry points for part-time, distance learning students. Students joining the program in Year 4 receive 180 academic credits in recognition of their prior learning and relevant industry experience, while those joining in Year 5 receive 240 academic credits.

Careers

Chemical engineers are among the best rewarded engineers globally, working across all sectors of industry. The department works closely with the University Careers Service to support students in building excellent employability skills and portfolios of experience. Many graduates go on to roles such as Facilities Engineer, Lecturer, Operations Specialist, Process Chemical Engineer, and Site Technical Manager.

Location

The University of Strathclyde is located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland's biggest and most cosmopolitan city, providing an excellent location for sightseeing, shopping, and socializing alongside your studies.