Chemistry with Chemical Engineering
Entry requirements
A level
including Chemistry and Mathematics. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.
Access to HE Diploma
or above to include modules in Chemistry and Mathematics.
112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications, including a minimum of Higher Level Chemistry at grade 5 and Higher Level Mathematics at grade 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Applied Science combined with A Level Mathematics at grade C. Alternatively a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care/Medicinal Science is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level in Chemistry and Mathematics at minimum grade C.
UCAS Tariff
from a combination of Level 3 qualifications which must include a minimum of grade C in Chemistry and Mathematics at A Level.
About this course
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From fuel and clothing to pharmaceuticals and phones, chemistry is the central science that makes our modern everyday lives possible. Chemical engineering delves into how chemical reactions can be scaled up for industrial manufacturing. So, if you like the idea of a degree that has chemistry at its core while also giving you the chance to develop an industry-relevant specialism in chemical engineering, this course could be perfect for you.
* This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (http://www.rsc.org/Education/courses-and-careers/accredited-courses).
* Designed with a four-way split between organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry, our Chemistry with Chemical Engineering BSc(Hons) course also weaves problem-solving and logical reasoning through all the modules.
* We’ll show you how to take an imaginative approach to the subjects, so you’re not just learning the facts, but building the real-world knowledge and mastering the key skills that will help stand you in good stead for your future career.
* In our chemical sciences labs you’ll have the opportunity to learn using the kind of instruments used in industry, and with an optional work placement in the UK or abroad in Year 3, you’ll find everything in place to help you gear your study towards boosting your employability.
* Our academics are all educated to doctoral level in their subjects and involved in forward-thinking research. This ensures we keep our courses challenging, exciting and thought-provoking and helps prepare you well to start your own career.
Professional links and accreditation:
This course was last accredited in 2018 by the Royal Society of Chemistry and for six years thereafter - http://www.rsc.org/Education/courses-and-careers/accredited-courses
This accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis.
Modules
Year 1
Core modules:
Inorganic Chemistry 1
Organic Chemistry 1
Physical Chemistry 1
Analytical Science 1
Laboratory Skills for Chemical Engineering 1
Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow
Year 2
Core modules:
Organic Chemistry 2
Analytical Science 2
Inorganic Chemistry 2
Physical Chemistry 2
Laboratory Skills for Chemical Engineering 2
Chemical Engineering 1
Year 3 – optional placement year
Final year
Core modules:
Chemistry Project - Experimental Design
Sustainable Industrial Systems
Organic Chemistry 3
Physical Chemistry 3
Advanced Chemistry Practical
Chemical Engineering 2
Assessment methods
Assessment will include written exams and coursework including problem solving assignments, laboratory reports, short tests, and oral and poster presentations.
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Tuition fees
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Extra funding
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The Uni
University of Huddersfield
Department of Chemical Sciences (SCHEMSCI)
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Chemistry graduates are in demand from a wide range of industries, from the food, oil, chemicals and pharmaceuticals to consultancy, technical analysis and teaching. They're also prized by business and finance employers for their research and data handling skills — anywhere there is research and data to be explained, you can find chemistry grads. If you want a career in research, you need a doctorate, so start planning now if you fancy one of these exciting and challenging jobs - but good students can usually get grants to take a doctorate, so don't worry about the financing if you think you have what it takes. The recession wasn’t too kind to chemists, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry (one of the key employers for chemists), but things are getting back to normal for this flexible group and it's one of the few degrees that is bucking the current trend and increasing graduate numbers.
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