Program Overview

MEng Chemical Engineering - 2026 entry

Overview

Explore one of the most diverse fields in engineering, where you'll learn to sustainably convert raw materials into useful products, from bench-top experiments to industrial-scale processes. Learn from industry experts about cutting-edge topics like clean energy generation and storage, waste reduction and water treatment, and smart coatings and nanotechnology. Enhance your technical expertise and develop valuable transferable skills through engaging, hands-on group and individual projects with our strong focus on project-based learning. The MEng course allows you to specialise further into chemical engineering through an integrated Masters. In the fourth year, you’ll tackle more advanced topics and apply your skills in a comprehensive investigative project.

Entry Requirements

• Typical offer: A-Level: AAA, IB: 36/666, BTEC: DDD
• Contextual offers: A-Level: AAC, IB: 32/655, BTEC: DDM
• Specific subject requirements: GCE A-Level Maths grade A and another science subject at grade A. Candidates may offer GCE A-Level Maths, Pure Maths or Further Maths.
• GCSE: Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language
• Access to HE: 30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade. 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in an acceptable Mathematics subject area and 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in another science subject area.
• T-Level: Distinction in T-Level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing, or T-Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction. GCE A-Level Maths is still required.

Course Content

• Year 1: 120 credits of compulsory modules, including Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing, Multi-Disciplinary Group Challenge Project, Fundamentals of Engineering, Fundamentals of Mechanics, Fundamentals of Materials, and Fundamentals of Electronics.
• Year 2: 120 credits of compulsory modules, including Industry 4.0, Introduction to Fluid Dynamics, Modelling of Engineering Systems, Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, Chemical Engineering Experimental Design Challenge, Principles of Chemical Engineering, and Chemistry for Engineers.
• Year 3: 105 credits of compulsory modules, including Environmental Processes, Chemical Reaction Engineering and Reactor Technology, Electrochemistry and Energy Storage, Separation Process and Particle Technology, Chemical Engineering Design: 1 - Research, and Chemical Engineering Design: 2 - Development. 15 credits of optional modules, including Materials, Fluid Dynamics and CFD, and Finite Element Analysis for High Value Manufacturing.
• Final year: 90 credits of compulsory modules, including Additive Manufacturing, MEng Individual Investigative Project, Metamaterials, and Advanced Topics in Chemical Engineering. 30 credits of optional modules, including Advanced CFD, Water Management in Developing Countries, Sustainable Engineering, Composite Materials, Finance for Engineers, Advanced Topics in Natural Sciences Chemistry I, and Advanced Topics in Natural Sciences Chemistry II.

Fees

• Tuition fees for 2025 entry: UK students: £9,535 per year, International students: £30,900 per year
• Scholarships: The University of Exeter has many different scholarships available to support your education, including £5 million in scholarships for international students applying to study with us in the 2025/26 academic year.

Learning and Teaching

• Contact time: Typically 15-32 hours of direct contact time per week with academics
• Workload: Expected to average about 40 hours per week during term time
• Assessment: Modules are assessed by a combination of continuous assessment through small practical exercises, project work, essay writing, presentations and exams.

Your Future

• Career support: As a University of Exeter student, you will also have access to the Career Zone, providing invaluable support and tailored guidance to help you prepare for your career after university.
• Career opportunities: Chemical engineers are in high demand, and our course is designed to equip you with a versatile skill set that is highly sought after by employers. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for a diverse range of careers in industries such as food and drink, energy, pharmaceuticals and consumer products.