University of Cambridge

Overview

The Chemical Engineering (Hons) program at the University of Cambridge equips students with the essential scientific and engineering skills necessary for the design and enhancement of chemical and biotechnological processes. The course emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field.

What you'll study

The curriculum is structured to lead students from foundational knowledge to advanced process design and research-oriented studies. The program includes a combination of core courses and engineering applications, culminating in significant project work in the latter part of the course.

• Core engineering and process topics: This includes process operations (reactors, separation, and biotechnology), process systems (safety and economics), reaction engineering, heat and mass transfer, separation technology, and energy technology.
• Mathematical and analytical methods: Students will engage in mathematical techniques and quantitative problem-solving.
• Enabling and supporting subjects: Additional lectures and practicals tailored to students' backgrounds, such as chemistry or mechanical engineering.
• Specialist areas: Opportunities to explore areas like pharmaceutical engineering, rheology and processing, electrochemical engineering, computational fluid dynamics, and sustainability.

Project work: In the final stages of the program, students undertake a substantial design project, typically in teams, where they specify equipment and evaluate environmental impacts. For those who choose to extend their studies into a fourth year, advanced research-oriented work is conducted, often linked to ongoing departmental projects.

Entry requirements

Admission to the program is competitive and takes into account academic performance. The program generally considers A Levels and the International Baccalaureate as part of its entry criteria.

• A Levels: Typically A*A*A.
• International Baccalaureate: Generally 41–42 points, including 776 at Higher Level.

GRE/GMAT/GPA: There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements indicated.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Chemical Engineering program are well-prepared for a range of career opportunities in engineering and related fields. Upon completion of the degree, students may be eligible to work in the United Kingdom under the relevant post-study immigration routes, depending on their nationality and the level of their qualification.

• Typical route: The Graduate route allows eligible graduates to remain in the UK for work opportunities after completing their studies.