BEng Chemical Engineering with Foundation Year

Program Overview

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The Chemical Engineering with Foundation Year program at Canterbury Christ Church University prepares students for a career in chemical engineering through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The program emphasizes the use of the CDIO approach for hands-on learning and an industry-focused curriculum. Graduates are well-positioned for a variety of roles in the chemical engineering industry and beyond.

Program Outline

• Develop financial and environmental considerations in engineering processes.
• Gain hands-on experience using the CDIO approach (conceive, design, implement, operate) developed by MIT.
• Unlock and develop creative potential and build technical expertise through industry-focused curriculum.
• Become a self-assured, competent, and employable graduate.

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Program Description:

• The program prepares students for a career in chemical engineering through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
• The foundation year enables students without formal qualifications to meet entry requirements.
• The program emphasizes the use of the CDIO approach for hands-on learning.
• Industry-focused curriculum equips students with the latest skills and knowledge relevant to the field.
• The program aims to produce confident and competent graduates ready for the workforce.

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Outline:

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Program Content:

• Core modules cover fundamentals of engineering, mathematics, chemistry, and engineering science skills.
• Optional modules in later years allow students to specialize in specific areas of interest.
• The program includes a year-long foundation year for students without formal qualifications.

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Structure:

• The program is a full-time, four-year course.
• The first year serves as a foundation year for students requiring additional preparation.
• Years 2 and 3 focus on core modules and developing technical skills.
• Year 4 includes a substantial group CDIO project and individual research and development project.

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Course Schedule:

• Each year consists of lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, and laboratory work.
• Contact hours vary depending on the year and module, ranging from 40 to 60 hours per 20-credit module.

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Individual Modules:

• Year 0 (Foundation Year): Fundamentals of Engineering, General Engineering Science Skills, Mathematics for Engineers, Advancing Chemistry.
• Year 2: Process Design, Process Control, Heat Transfer, Separation Processes, Chemical Engineering Design.
• Year 3: Safety in the Chemical Industry, Sustainable Engineering, Process Optimization, Advanced Chemical Engineering Design, Chemical Engineering Research Project.

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Assessment:

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Assessment Methods:

• Coursework assignments (case studies, group projects, laboratory reports, online tests, presentations).
• Individual and group presentations.
• Examinations.
• Completion of a laboratory book.
• Viva voce exams.
• Group CDIO projects.
• Work-related/based activities.

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Assessment Criteria:

• Understanding of key concepts and principles.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.

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Teaching:

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Teaching Methods:

• Lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, laboratory work.
• Drop-in academic and peer learning mentoring sessions.
• Group CDIO projects.

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Faculty:

• Lecturers, senior lecturers, principal lecturers, and readers.
• Senior and junior technicians and postgraduate demonstrators support laboratory learning.

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Unique Approaches:

• CDIO approach for hands-on learning and problem-solving.
• Industry-focused curriculum and project work.
• Group CDIO projects providing real-world experience.
• Academic and peer learning mentoring sessions.

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Careers:

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Potential Career Paths:

• Chemical engineer
• Process engineer
• Consultant
• Business developer
• Manufacturer
• Process safety engineer
• Quality control engineer
• Environmental engineer
• Sales and marketing engineer
• Technical service engineer

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Career Opportunities:

• Manufacturing
• Pharmaceuticals
• Healthcare
• Design and construction
• Pulp and paper
• Petrochemicals
• Food processing
• Speciality chemicals
• Microelectronics
• Electronic and advanced materials
• Polymers
• Business services
• Biotechnology
• Environmental health and safety

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Career Outcomes:

• Graduates are well-positioned for a variety of roles in the chemical engineering industry and beyond.
• The program prepares students for further studies or professional accreditation.

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Other:

• The program is accredited by IChemE.
• The program is informed by the University’s Learning and Teaching Strategy 2015-2022.
• The program aims to equip students with technical, professional, and employability skills.
• The program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of career opportunities.
• The program provides a strong foundation for further studies or professional accreditation.

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The 2024/25 annual tuition fees for this course are:

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UK

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Overseas

Full-time - Foundation Year 0 £9,250 £15,500 Full-time - years 1-3 £9,250 £15,500

• The tuition fees of £9,250 / £15,500 relate to 2024/25 only.

The fees above are for the 2024/25 academic year but may be subject to change following any announcements by the UK Government (approved by Parliament) regarding maximum Undergraduate tuition fee caps for 2024/25. In addition, the University reserves the right to increase all full-time and part-time Undergraduate tuition fees mid-course, in line with any further inflationary increase in the Government tuition fee cap which is approved by Parliament. Students with an Overseas fee status will be eligible for an International student Scholarship fee discount of £1,500, which will be applied to all Full-time Undergraduate courses with a tuition fee of £15,500.