UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
Chemical Engineering BEng
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS H800
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€49k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 3 academic yearsDuration
- London, BloomsburyLocation
- H800UCAS Code
- September 2027Course Start
UCL's Chemical Engineering BEng program provides a comprehensive education combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. Students will develop skills to address global challenges in areas like sustainable energy and improving quality of life through advanced processes. The course is part of UCL's Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP), fostering interdisciplinary and team-based learning to solve real-world problems in sectors such as energy, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Students will gain technical expertise, teamwork skills, and decision-making abilities. The curriculum includes opportunities to explore complementary fields through IEP Minor options and culminates in a Year 3 team project to design a complete chemical process plant, covering aspects like unit design, safety, sustainability, and costing. Graduates are prepared for impactful careers in research, development, consulting, and management.
Curriculum
The BEng and MEng courses share a common curriculum during Years 1 to 3, allowing students to explore fundamental concepts before specializing. Suitably qualified BEng students may have the opportunity to transfer to the MEng course at the end of Year 3. The course is part of the Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP), which involves interdisciplinary and team-based activities. Students can also choose IEP Minor options to explore related fields like programming, business, or sustainability. A significant part of the third year involves a team project to design a complete chemical process plant.
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Chemical Process Plant Design Project
Careers
Graduates are prepared to drive change and lead in fields such as research, development, consulting, and management within the chemical engineering sector.
- Research
- Development
- Consulting
- Management
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Chemical Engineering BEng programme last?
- The Chemical Engineering BEng programme lasts for 3 academic years.
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- The tuition fees for international students are £42,700 per year for the 2026/27 academic year.
- What are the academic entry requirements for the Chemical Engineering BEng programme?
- For A Levels, the requirement is grades AAA, with Mathematics and Chemistry being compulsory. For the IB Diploma, you need 38 points overall, with 6,6 in Higher Level Mathematics and Chemistry.
- How do I apply for this programme as an international student?
- International students apply to UCL through UCAS. You will need to submit your application by the specified deadline, which is 13 January 2027 (6pm UK time).
- What are the career prospects after graduating from this programme?
- Graduates are prepared for impactful careers in research, development, consulting, and management within the chemical engineering sector.
- What is the language of instruction for this programme?
- The programme is taught in English. Specific English language test score requirements are not specified in the provided data.
Entry requirements
A LevelsGrades AAA. Mathematics and Chemistry are required. Biology, Economics, Further Mathematics, Geography, Physics and Psychology are preferred. Contextual offer: ABB, with Mathematics at grade A and Chemistry at grade B.
IB Diploma38 points overall, with 6,6 in Higher Level Mathematics and Chemistry. No score below 5 in any Higher Level subject. Another science at Higher Level is preferred. Contextual offer: 34 points overall, with grade 6 in Mathematics and Chemistry. No score below 5 in any Higher Level subject.
Cambridge Pre-U Principal SubjectsD3,D3,D3. Mathematics and Chemistry required. Another science preferred as the third subject.
Scottish Advanced HighersAAA (or AA at Advanced Higher and AAA at Higher). Mathematics and Chemistry required. Another science at Advanced Higher is preferred.
Level 1Not specified
For the 'Year in Industry' option, students must have satisfactory academic progress, typically an accumulated average above 60%, and meet progression requirements to the final year. Students are responsible for securing their own placement.
Fees
Tuition (international)£42,700 per year
Tuition (home)£9,790 per year
Living—
Fees are for the 2026/27 academic year.
How to apply
1. Submit Application via UCASComplete and submit your application through UCAS by the specified deadline.
2. Meet Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic and English language requirements for the Chemical Engineering BEng program.
3. Await DecisionUCL will review your application and provide a decision.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Chemical Engineering BEng programme last?
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The Chemical Engineering BEng programme lasts for 3 academic years.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
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The tuition fees for international students are £42,700 per year for the 2026/27 academic year.
What are the academic entry requirements for the Chemical Engineering BEng programme?
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For A Levels, the requirement is grades AAA, with Mathematics and Chemistry being compulsory. For the IB Diploma, you need 38 points overall, with 6,6 in Higher Level Mathematics and Chemistry.
How do I apply for this programme as an international student?
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International students apply to UCL through UCAS. You will need to submit your application by the specified deadline, which is 13 January 2027 (6pm UK time).
What are the career prospects after graduating from this programme?
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Graduates are prepared for impactful careers in research, development, consulting, and management within the chemical engineering sector.
What is the language of instruction for this programme?
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The programme is taught in English. Specific English language test score requirements are not specified in the provided data.