Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)
Heriot-Watt University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) and other courses in Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering at Heriot-Watt University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering courses of Heriot-Watt University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29000 | £33000 | £36500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £27000 - £34000 | £23000 - £42500 | £28500 - £52000 |
All Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering courses of Heriot-Watt University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £30004 | £33626 | £39966 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26953 - £33624 | £28084 - £41453 | £32035 - £49203 |
All Chemical, Process & Energy Engineering Courses in the UK
Course Description
Heriot-Watt University has been a leader in chemical engineering for over 50 years.
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 ranked us 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for chemical engineering.
The 2021 National Student Survey results ranked Heriot-Watt as 1st in Scotland and 5th in the UK for Chemical Engineering, based on overall student satisfaction with our degrees.
BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering is accredited by IChemE and will provide you with the theoretical knowledge and practical application expected by industry. We have strong links with professional communities, allowing us to enhance the career prospects of our graduates.
Programme structure
BEng (Hons) provides a sound understanding of the chemical and process engineering fundamentals that you need to become a professional engineer. In addition to science, maths and engineering, our students acquire practical abilities that are highly sought after by industry.
The BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering is a four-year degree which can include an additional 5th year of study, to make the programme a more advanced MEng degree. You will choose which route to follow at the end of your 4th year, giving you the flexibility to decide which degree best suits your career ambitions.
Final year BEng (Hons) students undertake a group-based design project that consolidates the subjects taught across the programme.
Facilities and labs
We have invested in our lab facilities to provide students with equipment of an industrial standard as found in industry. Our labs have a full range of services including modern cooling, steam and compressed air systems. Electronics and programming have been integrated into our teaching, with Arduino and Labview being used as graphical programming platforms. Students gain a basic understanding of electronics in the first two years to enable them to use these platforms.
Industrial placements
Students wishing to obtain a Diploma in Industrial Training (DIT) linked to their degree will be assisted to find suitable placements, which may be abroad. The 10-month placement takes place in the penultimate year of the programme and is supported by Chemical & Process Engineering staff. On successful completion of a DIT placement, students will be eligible to apply for professional registration as an Engineering Technician (EngTech TIChemE) with the IChemE and Engineering Council.
Strong links with industry
An Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) comprised of both alumni and company representatives provides input into the development of our degree programme. The IAB ensures our programmes stay relevant to the needs of industry and that our graduates are prepared for the jobs of the future.
"The degree programmes in chemical and process engineering produce graduates who are ready to ‘hit the ground running’. Students are exposed to external industry and the appreciation of where and how the theories fit in practice." Andrew Scott, Business Development Director with LGE Energy & Marine.
Accreditation
BEng Chemical Engineering at Heriot-Watt University is accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) at Heriot-Watt University
| 30% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 20% | Therapy professionals |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Entry to Year 3 is only available via our associate student college partnership route.
We operate contextual admissions defined by our Fair Access Policy which may mean entry requirements are flexible.
We accept a wide range of other qualifications from the UK, Europe and International countries. Please contact the Admissions Officer for the programme for further information on the entry requirements for these.
Costs
Tuition Fees Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| EU | £24048 | year 1 |
| International | £24048 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2026
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
UCAS application code:
H800
University Rankings
of Heriot-Watt University
among 20 universities in Scotland
based on 31 different rankings
Positions of Heriot-Watt University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Heriot-Watt University in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #3
- #15
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- Chemical Engineering
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #4
- #381
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
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- #4
- #417
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- Chemical Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 31 university rankings of Heriot-Watt University
About Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University is a prominent research education institution located in the Scottish capital, Edinburgh. Recognised globally for their research contributions in Engineering and Science in particular, this university enjoys a formidable reputation among education ranking listings such as Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings. Despite the university’s campus not being centrally located in the city, students almost unanimously agree that there is more than enough fun to be had on-site, thanks to a proactive Student Union that is constantly working to create spaces and resources for clubs.
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Chemical Engineering with Science Foundation Year and Industrial Placement Year MEng (Hons) | University of Southampton | 78% | 4% | 6% | £9250 | £23620 | 161 | Southampton |
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Chemical Engineering with Industrial Placement Year and Foundation Year BEng (Hons) | University of Southampton | 78% | 4% | 6% | £9250 | £23620 | 161 | Southampton |
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Chemical Engineering (with Optional Year in Industry) BEng (Hons) | Teesside University | 79% | 5% | 40% | £9250 | £15000 £17000 | 93 | Middlesbrough |
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Full-time
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Chemical Engineering (with placement year) BEng (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 66% | 15% | 5% | £9250 | £27250 | 168 | Loughborough |
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Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 83% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £24800 | 192 | Aberdeen |
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Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of the West of Scotland | 74% | 20% | 0% | £9250 | £18000 | - | Paisley |
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Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) | Heriot-Watt University | 92% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £24048 | 181 | Edinburgh |
On campus
Full-time
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Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of Greenwich | 63% | 5% | 20% | £9250 | £17000 | 121 | London |
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Chemical Engineering with Placement BEng (Hons) | Brunel University | 66% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £23615 | 133 | Uxbridge |
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Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | 81% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £25300 | 140 | Belfast |
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FAQ about Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) Heriot-Watt University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £29000 15 months after graduation, £33000 3 years after graduation and £36500 after graduation.
- Managers, directors and senior officials (30%), Therapy professionals (20%), Teaching Professionals (10%), Administrative occupations (10%)
- 45 graduates rated the course 92. This means that 92% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Heriot-Watt University achieved the highest ranking for Chemical Engineering. It is ranked #15 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Chemical Engineering). See all subject rankings for Heriot-Watt University.
- Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Heriot-Watt University.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 181 which makes it one of the 4% most difficult courses to enter among all Chemical Engineering students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024