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.
You will be trained you to meet the needs of modern process engineering and gain the ability to use analytical skills and tools to formulate and solve problems relevant to the application of engineering to industry. The course will also provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status.
The course involves industrial visits to various companies such as Valero, Avalon (AstraZeneca), Aberthaw Power Plant, First Milk, Tata Steel and Vale INCO Ltd. Modules build on established Chemical Engineering areas with application to energy, health, food, water and the environment.
As you progress, your developing analytical abilities will combine with hands-on experience of state-of-the-art equipment, establishing skills which are vital to securing employment in the wider aerospace industry.
**Why Swansea?**
- **Chemical Engineering is ranked 7th in the UK** (The Times Good University Guide 2020)
- We are **4th in the UK for Graduate Prospects** (The Complete University Guide 2020)
- **94% of our graduates are in employment** or further study within 6 months of graduating (DLHE 16/17 Graduates)
- **Average salary is £22,000** for a Swansea University Aerospace Engineering graduate
**Chemical Engineering Facilities include:**
- Atomic Force Microscopy
- Fermentation Rigs
- Particle Characterisation
- Surface Plasmon Resonance
- Hydrodynamic Shear Adhesion Assays
- Membrane Separation Rigs and Rheometers
**Accreditation**
This Chemical Engineering course at Swansea University is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
There is a close and extensive involvement with local, national and international engineering companies at Swansea University.
**Did you know all of our courses are available with a Year in Industry or Year Abroad?**
These placement years increase our students confidence and communication skills as well as help them to gain valuable experiences that will ultimately enhance their employability. To find out more go to www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering/undergraduate
**We guarantee that you will be made a conditional offer for 2020 for a course at Swansea University. Subject requirements will apply. Please come along to our next Open Day or get in touch for further information.**
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Areas studied typically include:
- Chemical Engineering Science
- Chemical Process Principles
- Engineering Analysis
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer
- Instrumental and Analytical Chemistry
- Introductory Organic Chemistry
Year 2
Areas studied typically include:
- Biochemical Engineering Principles
- Fluid Flow
- Instrumentation Measurement and Control
- Process and Pilot Plant Operations
- Process Design and Simulation
- Process Modelling
- Reactor Design
- Separation Processes
- Thermodynamics of Process Design
Year 3
Areas studied typically include:
- Applied Process Engineering
- Chemical Engineering Design Project
- Energy and Low Carbon Technologies
- Environmental Engineering Practice
- Particulate Systems
- Reactor Design
- Safety and Loss Prevention
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
H832
Institution code:
S93
Campus Name:
Bay Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Including Mathematics.
Considered on an individual basis.
We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success.
If you are predicted a Grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one
grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.
To include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Mathematics or, if following the new Maths Curriculum, 5 at HL (or 6 at SL) “Mathematics: analysis and approaches”, or 5 at HL (or 7 at SL) “Mathematics: applications and interpretation”.
Plus 4 at Higher Level or 5 at Standard Level English Language.
To include B at A Level Mathematics. Must be in relevant subject. If student is not taking A Level Mathematics, they must achieve a minimum D in ‘Mathematics for Technicians’ and D in ‘Further Mathematics for Technicians’ modules of the BTEC. Students are also required to have minimum two A grades at GCSE, to include a minimum grade B in Mathematics and two other Science subjects.
Accepted in lieu of one non-subject specific grade at A Level.
GCSEs: Mathematics C, English Language C.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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AdditionalDetails
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
73%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
60%
Go onto work and study:
95%
Fees and funding
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
International
21350.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
Singleton Park
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Swansea
SA2 8PP
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