Program Overview

Overview of the Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) Course

The Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed for a career in chemical engineering. This course is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and covers a range of topics, including chemistry, mathematics, and process safety.

Why Study Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons)

This course is strong on the subject of chemistry in the context of chemical engineering, as well as on the following skills: systems thinking, mathematics, and process safety. Students will gain relevant real-world experience throughout this course, with the opportunity to participate in an optional supervised work placement.

Course Structure

The course is divided into four years, with the option to take a placement year in the third year. The course includes a range of core and optional modules, including:

• The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
• States of Matter, Kinetics and Thermodynamics
• Chemical Engineering Design 1
• Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow
• Chemical Engineering Labs and Sustainability
• Mathematics
• Physical Chemistry: Principles of Chemical Change
• Transport Processes and Unit Operations
• Chemical and Biochemical Reaction Engineering
• Chemical Engineering Design 2
• Multiphase Systems
• Methods and Strategies in Organic Synthesis
• Applied Data Science
• Supervised Work Experience
• Design Project 1
• Design Project 2
• Safety Engineering and Process Control
• Advanced Mass Transfer & Reaction Engineering
• Sustainable Industrial Systems
• Advanced Analytics
• Project Quality and Production Management

Teaching and Assessment

Students will be taught through a series of lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, problem-solving sessions, practicals, and directed reading. Assessment will include written exams and coursework, including problem-solving assignments, practical work, laboratory reports, short tests, and oral and poster presentations.

Career Opportunities

The chemical industry is an important industrial sector employing many chemical and process engineers. Chemical engineers can work in a range of fields, including oil and gas, materials, pharmaceuticals, and more. Previous graduates from this course have gone on to work in roles such as Process Engineer, Safety Engineer, and Supply Chain Manager.

Fees and Finance

The maximum fees for UK-based students on undergraduate courses in 2025/26 will be £9,535 per year for full-time students. Tuition fees will cover the cost of study at the University, as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision, and examinations.

Accreditations and Professional Links

The course is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and partially meets the academic requirements for becoming a Chartered Chemical Engineer following suitable industrial experience. Students can become student members of the Institution of Chemical Engineers for free during their studies.

Student Support

The University of Huddersfield offers a range of support services to help students succeed, including careers and employability support, student finance, and academic support. The University also has a range of facilities, including laboratories, libraries, and computer suites.

Research Excellence

The University of Huddersfield is committed to research excellence and has a strong reputation for innovation and enterprise. The University's research is focused on making a positive impact on society and the economy, and students have the opportunity to work with experienced researchers on a range of projects.

Further Study

Students who complete the Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) course may be eligible to progress to a postgraduate course, such as a Master's or PhD. The University of Huddersfield offers a range of postgraduate courses in chemical engineering and related fields, and students can also pursue further study at other institutions.