Chemical Engineering, Beng (hons) in Swansea University, UK

Chemical Engineering, Beng (hons) in Swansea University

Studying a Chemical Engineering degree provides expert training in modern process engineering, developing analytical and problem-solving skills critical to the application of engineering to industry.

Chemical engineers work closely with processes that turn raw materials into valuable products for human use. Their skills ensure that natural resources are used sustainably, and the disposal of by-products is conducted in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner.

This professionally accredited degree course provides knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering topics, allowing you to keep your career options open.

WHY CHEMICAL ENGINEERING AT SWANSEA?

• Top 10 in the UK in The Times Good University Guide 2021
• 8th in the UK for Graduate Prospects in The Complete University Guide 2022
• Within six months of graduating, 96% of Chemical Engineering graduates are employed or in further study (16/17 DLHE)
• Top 200 in the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2021 (Shanghai Ranking)

This course offers you the opportunity to spend a YEAR IN INDUSTRY (UCAS H832), in the UK or overseas, giving valuable workplace experience as well as a salary that is currently over £15,000 on average. Support and guidance is provided to help secure your placement.

We also offer you the option to spend a YEAR ABROAD (UCAS H800) at a partner university which enriches the degree, giving you a valuable cultural experience which can broaden your horizons when seeking employment.

YOUR CHEMICAL ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE

We have a number of advanced chemical engineering facilities to enhance your studies. Our modern Pilot Chemical Laboratory contains 15 pilot-scale rigs which cover a wide range of unit operations. Other state-of-the-art facilities you may work with include atomic force microscopy, fermentation rigs, surface plasmon resonance and hydrodynamic shear adhesion assays.

You will also benefit from a dynamic research environment where pioneering Swansea academics are leading the way in areas such as advanced water treatment technologies.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Our Chemical Engineering graduates are set on course for a range of exciting employment opportunities including: 

• Chemical Engineer
• Energy Engineer
• Petroleum Engineer
• Product/Process Development Scientist 
• Mining Engineer
• Technical Plant Manager
• Applications Engineer
• Wellsite Drilling Engineer

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average)	MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK	£850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK	TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK	£348
Student Visa in UK	Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
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