MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
About this course
MSci in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, merging chemical principles with industrial processes. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, and Engineering Design. The curriculum covers process safety, fluid flow, and chemical reactors, with options for elective modules and study abroad. Practical sessions utilize simulation software and MATLAB for process analysis and design.
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Entry requirements
A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 2 entry: ABB (Chemistry, Maths and Physics) Year 1 entry: ABB (Chemistry, and one of Maths or Physics) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 2 entry: 34 (Chemistry, Maths, and Physics all at HL) Year 1 entry: 34 (Chemistry at HL and one of Maths or Physics at HL)
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 60%
- Learning resources: 93%
- 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: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 45%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 5%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 74%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Chemical Engineer.
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Modules
- Personal Development Planning (PDP)
- Chemistry: Principles & Practice 1 & 2
- Practical Chemistry for Chemical Engineers
- Mathematics 1B
- Mathematics 2B
- Basic Principles in Chemical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering: Fundamentals, Techniques and Tools
- Mathematics 3B
- Fundamental Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Practical Skills for Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
- Process Safety Fundamentals
- Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer
- Process Analysis and Statistics
- Elective Modules
- Practical Preparative and Physical Chemistry
- Intermediate Organic Chemistry & Spectroscopy
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Mass Transfer and Separation Processes
- Chemical Process Design and Simulation
- Reactors
- Chemical Engineering Practice
- Physical Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry, Structures and Spectroscopy
- Process Control and Environmental Technology
- Chemical Engineering Design
- Topics in Chemistry
- MSci Chemical Engineering Modules
- Final-Year Project & Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £41,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,500 and £49,500. The £41,000 median after five years is £7,000 more than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde?
The average entrant had 219 UCAS points.
Is MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Chemical Engineer. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MSci Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at University of Strathclyde?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.