MEng Chemical Engineering
About this course
MEng in Chemical Engineering. Core topics include Programming, Signal Processing, Control Systems, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Environmental Analysis, Engineering Design, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, and Design & Creative Practice. The curriculum spans four years of full-time study.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Mathematics at least one from Chemistry (preferred), Biology, Computer Science, Digital Technology, Geography, ICT (not Applied ICT), Physics, Software Systems Development or Technology & Design. IB: 36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Mathematics and a relevant Science subject (Chemistry preferred) - see list under A-level requirements.
What students say
Based on about 28 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 71%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 68%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 65%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 80%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 5%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Chemical Engineer.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Chemical Science
- Fundamental Laboratory Skills
- Mathematics for Chemical Engineers 2
- Mathematics for Chemical Engineers 1
- Introduction to Separation Processes
- Practical Skills for Chemical Engineering
- Introduction to Chemical Engineering
- Introduction to Engineering Design
- Fundamentals of Fluid Flow
- Introduction to Transport Phenomena
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Chemical Process Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Process Control
- Chemical Plant Design and Operation
- Safety and Mechanical Design
- Mass Transfer
- Heat Transfer
- Transport Phenomena
- Biochemical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering Design Project
- Chemical Reactor Design and Process Integration
- Mass and Heat Transfer II
- Research Project
- Advanced Topics in Chemical Engineering
- Energy Systems: Oil and Gas to Renewables
- Green Chemical Engineering
- Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering
- Environmental Engineering Design
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £37,000. The £31,000 median after fifteen months is £2,000 less than the UK median for Chemical, process and energy engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast?
71% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 168 UCAS points.
Is MEng Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Chemical Engineer.
How many students continue on MEng Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.