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University degree

Chemical Engineering

Whitefield Academy Trust
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
Β£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 20% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
Robin Β· your guide
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About this course

Our three-year BEng Chemical Engineering degree develops strong foundations in engineering science while integrating modern themes such as artificial intelligence, data science, digital process modelling and sustainability. You will explore how chemical engineers use advanced computation, laboratory experimentation and applied design to solve real-world challenges across energy, pharmaceuticals, materials and biotechnology.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
64-79 pts5%
80-95 pts15%
96-111 pts45%
112-127 pts15%
144-159 pts5%
160-175 pts5%
How they qualified
75% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels75%
other higher education20%
Other5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
75%
In work or further study after
80%
Continue past first year
81%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
Β£30,000
After 15 months
Β£31,500
3 years on
Β£40,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Sales occupations5%
Engineering professionalsHighly skilled35%
Process, plant and machine operatives5%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled15%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Elementary occupations5%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsHighly skilled5%
Design occupationsHighly skilled5%
What students say National Student Survey
81%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching80%
Assessment & feedback74%
Academic support73%
Well organised73%
Learning resources79%
Student community75%
In students' own words
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Would do it again
I was sceptical before starting β€” now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On t…
Postgraduate Β· Part-time
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Exceeded expectations
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city β€” local cost of living i…
Class of 2024 Β· Full-time
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on Whitefield Academy Trust's own site.
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Careermash Β· real course data from HESA / Discover Uni, in plain English.

Career data: role, pay and progression profiles built for Careermash's careers engine; AI-impact estimates from Anthropic's observed AI-usage telemetry and OpenAI's AI Jobs Transition Framework. Course data: HESA / Discover Uni, including Graduate Outcomes, LEO and the National Student Survey. Apprenticeships: IfATE-published standards, approved only.

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