Program Overview

Science Industry Process and Plant Engineer (Degree Apprenticeship)

Overview

As a science industry process and plant engineer, you will help design the manufacturing process for science-based technology and products.

Entry Requirements

• UK citizens and permanent residents: Apprentices will have to meet the entry requirements set by the university. They must also have achieved Level 2 English and mathematics prior to starting this apprenticeship.
• Available to overseas students: No
• Can I use Prior Learning: For entry: applicants with professional qualifications and/or four years of full-time work experience will be considered on an individual basis. For exemption: If you hold qualifications or courses from another higher education institution, these may exempt you from courses of this degree.

How You Will Learn

Teaching

• Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.
• Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups.
• Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.

Independent Learning

• Outside of timetabled sessions, you are also expected to dedicate time to study.
• Our facilities are designed to support you in these activities.
• You can use Stockwell Street Library and online resources to support further reading and research.

Assessment

• You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.
• Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• The course fees are shared between government and employers.
• Visit our degree apprenticeships pages to find out how the cost of your course is met.

Other Costs

• Apprenticeships are paid for by employers, not apprentices.
• Employers with a payroll of more than £3 million can use their apprenticeship levy contributions to pay for places on apprenticeship programmes.

Mode of Study

• Select from the dropdown below.
• UK September 2025/26 (Part-time)

Key Facts

• Course level: Undergraduate
• UCAS code:
• Duration: 4 years
• Location: Medway Campus

Admissions Policy

• You can also read our admissions policy.

Degree Outcomes Statement

• Documents available.

Additional Information

• Recognition of Prior Learning
• Student Harassment and Sexual Misconduct
• Student transfer arrangements
• Support for care leavers
• Terms & conditions
• Degree Outcomes Statement
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