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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Chemical Engineering
University of Nottingham
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Chemical Engineering course at University of Nottingham.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,A
including Mathematics and including one of Chemistry or Physics. Excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Citizenship Studies.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Chemical Engineering or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | A |
| Mathematics | A |
| Biology | A |
| Physics | A |
| Further Mathematics | A* |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: H810
Here's what University of Nottingham says about its Chemical Engineering course.
Launch your career as a highly sought-after chemical engineer with our BEng Chemical Engineering programme. After all, chemical engineers have a crucial role to play in addressing the world’s challenges - and are integral in key industries such as food and drink, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and renewable energy.
Our course is characterised by its focus on industrial relevance. You'll engage in practical laboratory experiences, design and problem-based learning, independent and peer learning, and research and industrial contextualisation. You’ll gain a deep understanding of fundamental engineering and design processes from the very beginning; build your knowledge through practical application; and graduate with the skills you need to make an immediate impact in industry.
In your first year, you’ll cover the fundamentals of chemical and environmental engineering and build a solid foundation in what it means to be a professional engineer.
As you progress through your course, you’ll undertake a number of design projects, followed by extensive project work in your final year. These projects are deeply rooted in real-world applications, with options that align with the department's research strengths in energy, process engineering, water, waste management and biotechnology.
You’ll develop a thorough understanding of chemical engineering theory, method and practice - as well as transferable skills such as project management, analytical thinking, leadership and teamwork. This will ensure you graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to professionally register as a Chartered Engineer, following the relevant industrial training and experience.
Why choose this course?
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Top 5 for Chemical Engineering in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and The Guardian University Guide 2025
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World Top 100 for Chemical Engineering (QS Top World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
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Expert teaching - Learn from research, industrial and teaching experts
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Accredited by the IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers)
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Accredited by the IOM3 (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining)
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Industry experience - Get paid experience with opportunities for a year out in industry
Source: University of Nottingham
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Department
Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering
Location
University Park Campus | Nottingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Chemical engineering
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £33,000 per year (provisional) |
| International | £33,000 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Chemical-Engineering-BEng-Hons-U6UCHEME.html
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Nottingham
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Nottingham students who took the Chemical Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
89%
med
Teaching on my course
89%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
88%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
79%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
96%
med
Learning opportunities
87%
med
Learning opportunities
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
87%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
92%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
85%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
78%
low
Assessment and feedback
75%
med
Assessment and feedback
75%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
74%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
71%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
72%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
81%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
77%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
83%
low
Organisation and management
79%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
81%
med
How well organised is your course?
77%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
93%
med
Student voice
82%
med
Student voice
82%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
75%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
84%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
96%
high
Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Nottingham graduates who took Chemical Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£30.3k
First year after graduation
£36.5k
Third year after graduation
£44.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Chemical Engineering.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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