Program Overview

Environmental Engineering BEng

Overview

As our populations grow, we need to produce new things smarter, safer and cleaner whilst protecting our natural resources. Through your commitment to a more sustainable future, you will work towards managing and reducing waste to minimise pollution. As an environmental engineer, you will be passionate about protecting, restoring and preserving the planet.

Environmental engineers design processes and products that minimise impacts on air, land and water, whilst making the most of finite natural resources.

Why Choose This Course?

• Top 10 for Chemical Engineering in all three UK university guides (5th in The Guardian University Guide 2024, 6th in The Times Good University Guide 2024 and 8th in The Complete University Guide 2024)
• Accredited - by the IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers)
• Accredited - by the IOM3 (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining)
• Expert Teaching - Learn from research, industrial and teaching experts
• Year in industry - Get paid experience with opportunities for a year out in industry

Course Details

Qualification

• BEng Hons

Entry Requirements

• AAA
• IB score: 34 Points overall or 666 in 3 Higher Level Certificates
• IELTS: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)

UCAS Code

• H806

Duration

• 3 years full-time

Start Date

• September 2025

Fees

• £9,535 per year (UK undergraduate students)
• £30,750 per year (International students)

Additional Costs

• Books: £40-90 per book
• Printing: 4p per side
• Trips: The department covers the travel cost of compulsory field trips
• PPE: The department shall provide; boots, lab coat and hardhat. If you lose these, you are responsible for the cost of replacing them. A standard PPE set (coat, boots, specs and hardhat) costs in the region of £45
• Year in Industry: If you do a work placement, any costs associated with travel or accommodation will need to be factored in
• Year abroad: If you study abroad, you will need to consider the travel and living costs for the country you choose. This could include visa costs and medical insurance
• Laptops: Although there are PCs available for your use in our computer labs, you may wish to purchase your own laptop. Read more about our recommended specifications
• Calculator: While the calculator you used for your former study is usually sufficient some students will choose to purchase a new calculator which will cost around £10

Modules

Year One

• Fundamentals of Engineering Design
• Fluid Mechanics
• Chemistry for Engineers
• Process Engineering Principles
• Mathematical Methods for Chemical and Environmental Engineering
• Introductory Geology
• Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

Year Two

• Hydrology and Hydrogeology
• Analytical Measurement
• Environmental Assessment
• Separation and Particle Technology
• Advanced Mathematical Modelling for Process Engineers
• Materials and Sustainable Processes
• Process Design and Control

Year Three

• Water Treatment
• Air Pollution
• Reactor Design and Process Control
• Design Project
• Process Engineering Laboratories
• Multicomponent Separations
• Advanced Transport Phenomena
• Hazardous Waste Management

How You Will Learn

• Teaching methods: Group study, Independent study, Lab sessions, Lectures, Practical classes, Tutorials, Workshops
• Assessment methods: Coursework, Dissertation, Examinations, Group coursework, Presentation, Research project, Practical assessment

Careers Overview

• Our graduates are well-regarded and find career opportunities in a range of industries, including:
  • Energy
  • Chemical manufacturing
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Food and drink
  • Oil and gas
  • Government agencies worldwide

Job Prospects

• Average starting salary and career progression: 88.7% of undergraduates from the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual starting salary for these graduates was £30,412.

Your Campus - University Park

• University Park Campus covers 300 acres, with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and modern facilities. It is one of the UK's most beautiful and sustainable campuses, winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003.