Chemical Engineering with a Year in Industry

Swansea University
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree MEng (Hon) Full-time 5 Years Chemical engineering

A-Level Entry

AAB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£30,000

About this course

Chemical engineers design, operate and optimise chemical and physical processes that turn raw materials into valuable products for human use. They also use their skills to dispose of the by-products generated by these processes in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner.

Chemical engineers work closely with processes that turn raw materials into valuable products for human use. Their skills ensure that natural resources are used sustainably, and the disposal of by-products is conducted in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner.

This professionally accredited degree course provides knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering topics, allowing you to keep your career options open.

As you progress, your growing analytical abilities will combine with hands-on experience, establishing skills which are vital to securing employment in the chemical engineering industry.

The fourth year of this 5-year course with a Year in Industry will be spent on placement. You will have the opportunity to gain real-world industry experience and develop your employability skill set. We have a strong network of industry contacts, and you will receive dedicated support from our employability team, ranging from CV advice through to mock interviews.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades AAB
BTEC D*D*D*

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2111 Chemical scientists
2129 Engineering professionals
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
1123 Production managers and directors in mining and energy
3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
3115 Quality assurance technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Swansea
Scheme
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
Subjects
Chemical engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£30,000