If you like chemistry and maths, enjoy problem-solving and teamwork, and want to apply science in a practical way, then Chemical Engineering could be the course for you. Chemical engineers play a vital role in finding solutions to 21st century challenges, such as providing people with clean water, medicines, food and fuel. Our graduates design and operate industrial processes that turn raw materials into valuable products, minimising their environmental impact.

Chemical engineers are among the best rewarded engineers globally, and work across all sectors of industry from energy and foods to pharmaceuticals and medicine, as well as branching out into other areas such as finance and management. The department works closely with the University Careers Service through every year of our course, to support students in building excellent employability skills and portfolios of experience. Where are they now?* Recent job titles include: Facilities Engineer Graduate Support Engineer Lecturer Operations Specialist Process Chemical Engineer Process Operations Supervisor Production Chemist Site Technical Manager Waste Water Engineer Recent employers include: BOC BP Cp Chem Eng Ltd Essar Oil GlaxoSmithKline Glenmorangie Marathon Oil Corporation Sabic *Based on the national Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) Survey.