Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)

Program Overview

Through hands-on labs, simulations, and industry collaborations, students develop essential skills in design, analysis, and communication, equipping them for successful careers in diverse sectors such as energy, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products.

Program Outline

• Bench and pilot-scale laboratories, VR simulation, computer classes, and project work will help students understand and apply learnt principles.
• Students gain key laboratory, teamwork, and IT skills, which set them apart in the industry.
• These modules include:
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory
• Process Balances
• Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering
• Fluid Mechanics I
• Introduction to Chemical, Biochemical Processes and Sustainability
• Thermodynamics I
• Year 2:
• Semester 1 & 2:
Modules focusing on refining the student's understanding of the subject, and introducing them to more specialized topics.
• These modules include:
• Stagewise Processes
• Heat Transfer
• Mass Transfer and Separations
• Plant Engineering
• Particle Technology
• Semester 1:
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory
• Semester 2:
Optional modules are introduced, such as those focusing on:
• Food Engineering
• The module contains 3 assessments:
• 2x coursework (each 25%)
• 1x exam (50%)

Teaching:

• Loughborough University employs a team of passionate academics and complements their teaching with invited engineers from the industry to provide real-world examples.
• Oral and written presentations are encouraged, helping students develop their communication skills.

Careers:

• Loughborough University's program has a strong alumni network and provides graduates with the skills and experience to embark on successful careers in:
• energy and water
• food and drink
• pharmaceuticals
• plastics
• consumer products

Other:

• Loughborough University offers many student support services to ensure students can focus on their learning without additional stress:
• Disability support services
• Career Network team
• Mental health and well-being services

Conclusion:

This program from Loughborough University combines comprehensive academic instruction with practical industry experience, equipping its graduates for a successful career in chemical engineering. The course also emphasizes the development of key skills, including leadership, communication, and problem-solving, making graduates attractive candidates to employers across different sectors.

University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment.

UK fees

Full-time course per annum £9,250 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee

International fees

Full-time course per annum £28,600 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee Additional costs While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.