BEng Chemical Engineering
About this course
BEng Hons in Chemical Engineering is an undergraduate chemical engineering degree focused on the design and operation of chemical processes and systems. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Control Systems, Mathematical Modelling, Engineering Design, and Entrepreneurship. The first year is shared with all engineering students to build foundational knowledge, and the final year features a major group plant design project. The first year covers general engineering foundations through modules such as Applied Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Science, and Engineering Systems. The second year introduces chemical specialisation with modules including Chemical Engineering Design, Chemical Reaction Engineering, and Fluid Mechanics and Mass Transfer. The third year advances into specialised topics supported by modules such as Applied Reaction Engineering, Engineering Management and Entrepreneurship, and Process Dynamics and Control. The final year centres on the Chemical Engineering Project, allowing students to tackle comprehensive process design challenges.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB. This should include Mathematics and a science subject from: Chemistry, Physics or Biology. IB: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects including either: 1. Mathematics HL grade 6 (either pathway) plus grade 6 in a HL Physical Science 2. Mathematics HL grade 6 (either pathway) plus grade 6 in two SL Physical Sciences 3. Mathematics SL grade 7 (analysis and approaches) plus grade 6 in a HL Physical Science Acceptable physical science subjects include Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. GCSE Chemistry at grade B or 6 required with a HL Physics or Biology.
What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 55%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 40%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 20%
- West Midlands: 10%
- London: 10%
- South East: 5%
- Wales: 5%
- Scotland: 5%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Foundation course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Engineering Skills
- Engineering Systems
- Engineering Thermofluids
- Fundamental Engineering Mathematics
- Chemical Engineering Design
- Chemical Engineering Practice
- Chemical Reaction Engineering
- Fluid Mechanics and Mass Transfer
- Particle Technology & Separation Processes
- Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
- Applied Reaction Engineering
- Chemical Engineering Project
- Engineering Management and Entrepreneurship
- Process Dynamics and Control
- Sustainable Process Engineering
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,500 and £44,000. The £37,000 median after five years is £5,500 less than the UK median for Chemical, process and energy engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 141 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BEng Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.