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Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year - BEng (Hons)

Swansea University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

  • Location

    Bay Campus 1

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Studying a Chemical Engineering degree provides expert training in modern process engineering, developing analytical and problem-solving skills critical to the application of engineering to industry. Chemical engineers work closely with processes that turn raw materials into valuable products for human use. Their skills ensure that natural resources are used sustainably, and the disposal of by-products is conducted in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner. The integrated Engineering Foundation Year programme can lead to any full engineering degree. It is not a qualification in its own right, but the first year of a four-year BEng degree. This professionally accredited degree course provides knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering topics, allowing you to keep your career options open. As you progress, your growing analytical abilities will combine with hands-on experience, establishing skills which are vital to securing employment in the wider chemical engineering industry.Graduates of Chemical Engineering at Swansea are set on course for a range of employment opportunities. Your future could lie in any of the following roles: Chemical Engineer, Energy Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Product/Process Development Scientist , Mining Engineer, Technical Plant Manager, Applications Engineer and Wellsite Drilling Engineer.

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£ 24,700per year

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Singleton Park Campus, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, United Kingdom

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Swansea offers an outstanding study experience across two beachside campuses, with a community of 4,800+ undergraduates and postgraduates from 100+ countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Ranked 40th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026), Swansea University offers an exceptional education combined with an unforgettable student experience.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Chemical Engineering

    18th out of 34 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    123 54%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    17th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.31 83%

    6th

    10

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