University of Sheffield
UCAS Code: H800 | Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
including Maths and a science or technology subject. Science and Technology subjects include Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Environmental Science, Further Maths, Physics, and Design & Technology (including Textiles, Food Production, Product Design, Systems and Control Technology, and Design Engineering)
Access to HE Diploma
Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction (to include Maths and science units), and 6 at Merit + A in A Level Maths
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36, with 6 in HL Maths and a science; 34, with 6,5 (in any order) in HL Maths and a science, and A in a science-based Extended Essay
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
including Maths and a science
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Engineering or Applied Science (inc Biomedical Science, Analytical & Forensic Science or Physical Science) + A in A Level Maths
Scottish Advanced Higher
in Maths and a science + AAABB in Scottish Highers
T Level
Distinction in the relevant T Level, including grade A in the core component + A in A Level Maths. Relevant T Level subjects include: Maintenance, Installation & Repair for Engineering & Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing & Control; Digital Production, Design & Development; or Design & Development for Engineering & Manufacturing.
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About this course
This course is about the design and operation of processes for making products such as fuels, medicines, plastics, food and materials for high technology industries. You'll also learn about the production and use of energy. Years one to three are the same as for the BEng (H810). Year four allows further specialisation and study with the emphasis on an individual research project which may be carried out in association with industry.
**Why study this course?**
- Tailor your course to your interests: In your third year, you’ll have a choice of modules and in your fourth year, you’ll be able to specialise in what interests you most and complete an independent research project, helping you stand out to future employers as an expert in your field.
- Prepare for a sustainable future: Sustainability is at the core of our course, equipping you to address global challenges such as climate change and resource management. Learn how chemical engineers lead the transition to green energy, reduce emissions, and create sustainable processes.
- World-class facilities, practical training: Gain invaluable experience using industrial-scale equipment in energy, pharmaceutical, and biological engineering. The Diamond Pilot Plant, featuring the UK's first university powder processing line, mirrors the systems and processes used in industry, ensuring you graduate with real-world skills that employers value.
- Pursue your dream career: Our course is designed with your future in mind, with employability embedded at every stage. Our dedicated chemical engineering employability team hosts an annual careers and employability conference, featuring guest speakers from leading companies such as Nestlé, Pepsico, GTC, and Reckitt.
- Learn from experts in the field: You’ll be taught by academics who are at the forefront of their fields, contributing to cutting-edge research that shapes the future of chemical engineering. From energy systems to advanced materials, you’ll benefit from their expertise and industry connections.
**Sustainable manufacturing, clean energy, and innovative healthcare are just a few of the pressing challenges that need the creativity and expertise of chemical engineers.**
At Sheffield, we’ll equip you with the skills to tackle global challenges and make a real impact in industries shaping the future. Chemical engineering plays a key role in essential sectors such as energy, food production, and pharmaceuticals.
A Chemical Engineering MEng from Sheffield opens the door to a diverse and rewarding career in industries that shape our world.
We emphasise learning through practical experience, incorporating lab work, projects, and open-ended problem-solving into the course. Our state-of-the-art pilot plant allows you to apply your knowledge by experimenting with large-scale process equipment, providing hands-on experience with industry-standard tools. This practical approach is integrated throughout the course, ensuring you develop real-world skills from day one.
Alongside a diverse range of core and optional modules, you’ll have the opportunity to choose a specialism in energy, pharmaceutical, or biological engineering. In your third year, you’ll take part in a process design project, applying your skills to design an entire real-world process from start to finish.
By your fourth year, you’ll take on an independent research project, diving into cutting-edge research in a field of your choice.
Chemical engineering is rapidly evolving, and we’ll make sure you’re ahead of the curve. You’ll gain essential skills for an increasingly digital manufacturing world, including advanced computer modelling techniques. These skills are critical for future-proofing your career in a tech-driven, sustainable economy.
**We are accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.**
The Uni
University of Sheffield
School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering (Chemical)
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Want to make good money from the word go? This is the degree for you! The UK has had a shortage of chemical engineers for a while now so starting salaries are very good. In fact, across the UK, only doctors and dentists bettered the average starting salary for chemical engineering graduates, with an average starting salary of around £28,000. Key sectors for chemical engineers last year included the petrochemicals, food, nuclear, pharmaceuticals, materials and consultancy industries. Their skills set also means that the finance industry likes graduates from these degrees, so there are options if you don't fancy engineering as a career. Most graduates take a longer course that leads to an MEng — which is what you need to take if you want to be a Chartered Engineer. Chemical engineers are also more likely than other engineers to take doctorates and go into research roles, so if you want to take an engineering subject but fancy a research job, this might be a good subject to take.
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Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.
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