Chemical engineers design, develop and validate the processes behind today’s most useful materials and products. Think electric car batteries, antibiotics, biodegradable plastics and even food production. They are critical to sustainable solutions, global innovation and economic growth. Chemical Engineers frequently work across teams of engineers from other branches of the discipline, so it’s crucial to have a broad understanding of general engineering and its applications. At Lancaster, your first year is dedicated to exactly this, and you’ll share this experience with all our School of Engineering students, regardless of their specialisation. We think this makes you a well-rounded graduate, with excellent teamwork and communications skills, prepared for a career pioneering the materials, technologies and processes of the future.

What to expect

Our four-year MEng Hons Chemical Engineering degree starts with your general engineering first year and includes core themes of design, materials, thermodynamics and heat transfer, along with mathematics.

You’ll specialise in chemical engineering from Year 2, developing your core skills as an engineer. Get ready to use team working, creativity and technical skills in your project work as you design to solve real-world problems. You’ll do it all in state-of-the-art facilities across our two engineering buildings.

One of the highlights of Year 3 is solving a whole plant design project over the course of the year. Working in a group, you’ll be taking on conceptual design and evaluating the economic, safety, legislative and ethical assessment standards. It’s a fantastic opportunity to develop project management, team working and technical writing skills as well as studying industrially relevant processes. You’ll also learn about the business and entrepreneurship side of industry too.

Master’s-level training

In your fourth year of study, you will gain a strong understanding of real-world engineering and hands-on experience in the profession through an industry-linked project, further building your confidence and preparing you for the workforce. You will also complete a comprehensive individual research project alongside specialist technical modules, allowing you to explore your interests and align them with your future career goals. This year will solidify your knowledge, placing you in an excellent position to launch your engineering career and progress toward achieving Chartered Engineer status.

Personal development

You will develop valuable transferable skills that make you highly desirable to future employers, such as working in collaboration, communication, and using modern computer programs as part of the design and manufacturing process. You will grow skills in analytical thinking, logic and reasoning, digital proficiencies and the ability to consider and maintain work safety practices in a range of environments.

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We have a close community where the staff to student ratio is brilliant, so everyone is known by name, which provides a personal learning experience

All of us engineers share the same newly-built facilities. With two dedicated engineering buildings, you’ll find us working on materials in a lab, getting to grips with integrated software in the computer labs, or working collaboratively with lecturers and friends in specially designed social spaces

We benefit from industry input into the degree, and from the multidisciplinary approach to learning. All of the disciplines are connected in one way or another so the experience gained here can be applied to loads of different career paths

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Course accreditation

Our courses are accredited by The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) on behalf of the Engineering Council.

Chemical engineering is an innovative and interdisciplinary subject area, combining techniques and processes used across the STEM field in order to evolve the world around us. Chemical engineers are therefore in high demand across a huge range of sectors – and our graduates have gone on to pursue careers in energy, oil and gas, manufacturing and much more. Some have even gone on to pursue further study and embark on a career within academia, working at the forefront of scientific research and discovery. The highly-transferable skills you will acquire will make you a desirable employee in many fields – even those beyond traditional engineering career destinations. Graduates with our engineering degrees are well-paid too, with a median salary of £33,000, 15 months after graduation (HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025).

Here are just some of the roles that our BEng and MEng Chemical Engineering students have progressed into upon graduating:

Engineering Consultant – Ernst & Young

Wind Analyst – SSE Renewables

HDD Design Engineer – O’Connor Utilities Ltd

Graduate Chemical Engineer – Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC

Submarine Engineer – Royal Navy

Data Engineer – Cabinet Office

Graduate Engineer – Engineering Analysis Services Specialists

PhD Candidate – Lancaster University

Project Engineer – Hydraulic Analysis Ltd

Safety and Reliability Engineering Consultant – AFRY UK

MPhil Advanced Chemical Engineering – University of Cambridge

Operations and Management – Network Rail

PhD Candidate – Newcastle University

Lancaster University is dedicated to ensuring you not only gain a highly reputable degree, you also graduate with the relevant life and work based skills. We are unique in that every student is eligible to participate in The Lancaster Award which offers you the opportunity to complete key activities such as work experience, employability/career development, campus community and social development. Visit our Employability section for full details.

Gain vital skills and experience

No matter which engineering degree you choose, you have the option to undertake a placement year working in industry, charity or public sector organisations like the NHS. It’s a great opportunity to build your professional skills while earning a salary. The experience can help you in many ways. It can guide your career choice, support your remaining studies and can make you more attractive to employers after you graduate. In recent years, Lancaster University students have taken work placements with EDF, Jaguar-Land Rover, Mercedes AMG, Network Rail and more.

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“I thoroughly enjoyed the people I met and worked with at Lancaster, including students and lecturers – and the collaborative environment made the experience more engaging. Being able to work towards topics I found genuinely interesting, while still having fun, made the learning process much more rewarding.

One of the most important parts of my Chemical Engineering degree at Lancaster was noticing my progression from basic principles to more complex systems. I could see a clear improvement in both my understanding and my ability to apply concepts to increasingly realistic engineering problems.

I’m most proud of starting my graduate role in process engineering within the water treatment sector and beginning to apply my degree in a real industrial setting. It’s been a valuable step in developing my understanding of full-scale processes, working within operational constraints, and building confidence in a professional environment.”

Christopher Joseph - MEng Chemical Engineering

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Our Industrial Placements

Our students have opportunities to engage in a wide range of local and national placements, working with industrial partners to develop the practical skills valued by employers.

Pfizer: Process Engineer – Solid dose manufacturing

“Undertaking an Industrial Placement Year is the perfect way to gain insight into the working world, in order to gauge which sector of engineering appeals most to you. Intercalating between the third and fourth years of my integrated masters allowed me to apply the technical prowess from my university course to a professional industrial environment. In the wake of the global pandemic, Pfizer seemed a fitting place to develop myself as an engineer – working on cutting edge processes, under the supervision of the very best mentors available.

From the outset of my placement, I was entrusted with projects that had major business impacts. The opportunity to work on the installation and commissioning of bespoke 1/1 equipment for the Pfizer site was a great way to cultivate and refine my current skillset.

Ultimately, the experience been invaluable to both my personal and professional development. When stepping into a position like this for the first time, the learning curve can be extremely daunting. However, it’s important to remember that the reason you have been appointed such responsibilities is because you are valued by the company – something that I was consistently reminded by my colleagues at Pfizer. I would thoroughly recommend taking the time to consider a placement year, it is certainly not something I will ever regret!”

Luke Goldstone – Meng Chemical Engineering

Entry requirements

These are the typical grades that you will need to study this course. This section will tell you whether you need qualifications in specific subjects, what our English language requirements are, and if there are any extra requirements such as attending an interview or submitting a portfolio.

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A levels

AAA. This should include Mathematics and a science subject from: Chemistry, Physics or Biology.

Access to HE Diploma

Considered on a case-by-case basis. Our typical entry requirement would be 45 Level 3 credits at Distinction, but you would need to meet the subject requirements.

Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level, or equivalent qualification, as long as any subject requirements are met.

BTEC Extended Diploma

Considered alongside A level Chemistry and appropriate evidence of Mathematics ability

BTEC in combination with A levels

Our typical entry requirement would be A level grade A plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AA plus BTEC at D. This should include sufficient content in Mathematics and an appropriate science.

International Baccalaureate

36 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects including either:

1. Mathematics HL grade 6 (either pathway) plus grade 6 in a HL Physical Science

2. Mathematics HL grade 6 (either pathway) plus grade 6 in two SL Physical Sciences

3. Mathematics SL grade 7 (analysis and approaches) plus grade 6 in a HL Physical Science

Acceptable physical science subjects include Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. GCSE Chemistry at grade B or 6 required with a HL Physics or Biology.

Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers

We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject. If you do not meet the grade requirement through Highers alone, we will consider a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers in separate subjects. Please contact the Admissions team for more information.

T levels

Considered on a case-by-case basis, and only accepted alongside A level Mathematics grade B.

GCSE requirements

Mathematics grade 6/B, English Language grade 4/C. Chemistry at grade 6/B required with an A level in Physics or Biology.

We will also look at your overall GCSE profile when considering your application as a whole.

We do have flexibility when considering GCSE requirements. Go to our GCSE information for more details.

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You will typically be asked to attend an interview

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme. English language qualifications for undergraduate study.

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International foundation programmes

Delivered in partnership with Lancaster University International Study Centre, our one-year tailored foundation pathways are designed to improve your subject knowledge and English language skills to the level required by a range of Lancaster University degrees. Visit the Lancaster University International Study Centre for more details and a list of eligible degrees you can progress onto.

Contextual admissions

Contextual admissions could help you gain a place at university if you have faced additional challenges during your education which might have impacted your results. Visit our contextual admissions page to find out about how this works and whether you could be eligible.

Course structure

We continually review and enhance our curriculum to ensure we are delivering the best possible learning experience, and to make sure that the subject knowledge and transferable skills you develop will prepare you for your future. The University will make every reasonable effort to offer programmes and modules as advertised. In some cases, changes may be necessary and may result in new modules or some modules and combinations being unavailable, for example as a result of student feedback, timetabling, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes and new research. Where the course offers optional modules, they may not all be available every year.

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Applied Engineering Mathematics

In this module you will strengthen your mathematical skills and apply them to important engineering problems. Theory is presented in the context of real engineering scenarios so that both the mathematical technique itself and the engineering concept are both better understood. This includes extending integration into higher dimensions, and introducing linear algebra, including vectors and matrices, which are applied to solving problems on structural mechanics and electronic networks, for example. Methods of approximating and solving non-linear functions are discussed in order to show how hard problems can be simplified. Laplace transforms are introduced which reduce the complexity of differential equations allowing you to solve complex dynamic problems with relative ease. The theoretical development is supported by demonstration and implementation in MATLAB, a numerical analysis tool. By combining analytical techniques with computational tools, you’ll develop clear strategies for solving a wide range of engineering problems with confidence.

Engineering Science

This module explores the core principles of engineering science, connecting key concepts to chemical, mechanical, nuclear, and electrical/electronic systems. You will discover how physical principles associated with energy transfer, forces, kinetics, and atomic behaviour shape the function of structures, processes, and components laying the foundation for all engineering disciplines.

Topics include atomic and molecular behaviour in materials, charge movement, compound formation, and reaction kinetics. You will also examine forces from electrostatic, electromagnetic, and mechanical interactions, along with their effects on displacement, stress, current flow, and the behaviour of solids and fluids. You will also explore the operation of mechanical and electronic components in circuits, structures, and moving devices. Hands-on lab sessions will reinforce these concepts, providing practical experience and bringing theory to life.

Engineering Skills

This module will provide you with key practical skills that will allow you to design physical components, structures and systems and create functionality across all engineering disciplines. Whether you are a chemical engineer designing a heat exchanger, or a nuclear engineer designing a reactor, all engineers need to be able to generate and understand engineering drawings. Here you will use industry standard Computer Aided Design software to realise your designs.

You will also learn the formal design process so that you can create innovative and robust designs. Using a ‘Design for Manufacture’ focus, you will learn how your designs can be manufactured from a range of subtractive, additive and forming methods. You will give your designs functionality through PCB design and C programming. Learning C through a blend of interactive teaching methods will provide a strong foundation in computer programming and allow you to control system-level applications and embedded systems.

Engineering Systems

This module bridges engineering science with real-world applications, enabling you to design and implement industrially relevant systems. One stream focuses on sensor technology, amplifier design, and "front-end" circuits. You’ll apply electronics theory to build practical circuits and networks, exploring operational amplifiers, key components of analogue systems. You'll also develop an understanding of signals in both the time and frequency domains. Systems within the field of chemical engineering will be explored where essential concepts including batch, semi-batch, and continuous processes, as well as purge and recycle streams are fundamental. You’ll perform material balance and phase equilibrium calculations for steady-state (time-invariant) operations. Hands-on practical exercises and research workshops will prepare you for a capstone project that integrates principles and methods you’ve learned. This project challenges you to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to tackle a major societal issue, showcasing your problem-solving skills and engineering expertise.

Engineering Thermofluids

This module introduces thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics, core principles that drive engineering solutions across all disciplines. Understanding how heat and fluid behave is crucial for engineers tackling real-world challenges, from designing efficient thermal management systems and heat exchangers to optimising industrial processes. You will explore the fundamental laws governing energy transfer and fluid flow, learning how these principles apply to practical engineering scenarios. In this module theoretical concepts are reinforced through experiments and observations. By directly engaging with real-world examples, you will develop a deep understanding of the mechanisms at play. The module is designed to provide a solid foundation of knowledge, with practical exercises that reinforce and enable the extension to specialist knowledge in future years.

Fundamental Engineering Mathematics

This module covers key analytical techniques providing a foundation for all engineering programmes. Whether you are already familiar with these concepts or not, this module will bring everyone to the same level and make sure you have the mathematical tools to succeed. Techniques of primary importance to engineering such as complex numbers, differentiation and integration are covered to ensure you can understand and apply all the different methods available and solve real engineering problems during the supported sessions and beyond. This analysis is supported by practical lessons in the use of numerical techniques using tools such as MATLAB. These tools are used not only to show how techniques such as numerical integration are implemented in a way that enables you to generate solutions to any problem you may encounter as an engineer, but they also help you visualise and appreciate the meaning and implications to the analytical techniques used.

Chemical Engineering Design

This module will allow you to put your Chemical Engineering skills into practice. This design-based module will reinforce principles of mass transfer, mass and energy balances. It will introduce distillation as a separation process based on the principles of mass transfer and lead to the design of a specific unit of process equipment, with a focus on distillation. Working in groups, you will design a distillation column, using computer simulations programs like ASPEN. You will learn the fundamentals of distillation column design, then implement your knowledge to design the column in detail, considering not only technical aspects, but also Legislation, Codes and Standards and costing. At the end of the module, you will write a report and present your design, practicing skills fundamental for professional development.

Chemical Engineering Practice

This lab-based module prepares you for chemical engineering challenges by strengthening your ability to assess risks, operate equipment, and interpret engineering data in a structured and scientific manner. During this module, you will apply fundamental chemical engineering principles to real-world scenarios through hands-on experiments with unit operations. You will learn essential health and safety practices for laboratory and semi-technical scale equipment. You will collect and analyse data, and develop key professional skills, including teamwork, laboratory record-keeping, and scientific report writing. You will gain experience operating lab-scale process equipment safely and effectively while considering health and safety factors. You will also learn to evaluate engineering data, account for uncertainties, and present findings using appropriate statistical and graphical methods. Through writing a technical report and peer presentations, you will develop communication and analytical skills crucial for professional practice.

Chemical Reaction Engineering

This module introduces to the fundamentals of chemical reaction engineering, covering key concepts and practical applications essential for designing and analysing reactors. It explores various reaction kinetics, including simple integer and non-integer order reaction rates, and provides an understanding of how to classify reactions based on their characteristics. The course delves into ideal reactor systems and the principles of reactor sizing. The design and evaluation of reactor performance are integrated with energy balance considerations. This module serves as an introduction to homogeneous and heterogeneous systems and provides a comprehensive understanding of the basic reaction engineering principles and their applications.

Fluid Mechanics and Mass Transfer

Understanding how fluids move and how mass is transported is essential in engineering as these principles are applied across various industries, from energy production and manufacturing design to chemical and nuclear plants. In this module, you will explore the nature of fluids and their fundamental properties. You will develop a solid understanding of how fluids behave at rest (fluid mechanics) and in motion (fluid dynamics), and you will test your understanding in the lab. You will also gain insight into mass transfer principles, including molecular diffusion, convective mass transfer, and interfacial transport. These concepts are crucial for designing efficient separation processes, optimising chemical reactions, and developing sustainable engineering solutions.

Particle Technology & Separation Processes

This module introduces you to the fundamental concepts and practical applications of separation processes based on mass transfer and particulate technology in engineering. You will explore the key concepts that govern both the interaction of the powder with the fluids and the interdependence of mass transfer-based systems that lead to their sequential integration for confidently designing and operating them. Through hands-on experience with industrial practical examples, you will solve problems, including interphase mass transfer, absorption of gases, liquid-liquid extraction and solid-liquid extraction as well as the problems like the particulate processing, motion, packed beds and fluidised beds, equipping you with the skills to design and evaluate them. By the end of the module, you will have developed an advanced understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of the process design along with the health, safety and environmental considerations, preparing you for modern role of chemical engineers in the chemical process industry.

Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

The module provides an integrated understanding of energy exchange mechanisms in engineering systems, focusing on heat and work transfer across different states and phases of matter. The module emphasises analysing gas and steam systems, refrigeration cycles, heat pump technologies, and reciprocating engines, enabling a competitive edge in shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions. You will understand how to measure and calculate thermodynamic properties for ideal and real fluids, analyse gas and steam systems, evaluate refrigeration and heat pump cycles and master the methods for heat transfer analysis, optimisation of energy processes and systems in consideration of heat transfer, energy conservation and energy availability. You will gain essential problem-solving skills and fundamental knowledge for industrial energy systems analysis and energy-efficient systems design, which is crucial for career development in mechanical, aerospace, and energy engineering.

Applied Reaction Engineering

In this module, you will explore advanced concepts and practical applications of reaction engineering to clean chemical synthesis, environmental protection and manufacture of commodity chemicals. Through the study of established industrially relevant processes, you will develop a comprehensive understanding and practical competence in chemical and biochemical reactors of heterogeneous systems, enabling you to design and analyse effective processes. Beginning with the kinetics concept in homogeneous chemical and biochemical systems and progressing throughout the heterogeneous systems to the transport phenomena of heat, mass and flow, you will gain hands-on experience in designing, implementing and analysing their realistic behaviour. This module will equip you with the computational tools to generate the mathematical models supported by commercial tools like MATLAB, EXCEL and computational fluid dynamics. Throughout the module, you will develop essential skills that prepare you for the challenges of modern reaction engineering where fundamental concepts and numerical methods are increasingly intertwined.

Chemical Engineering Project

Take your chemical engineering skills to the next level with this hands-on project module. You will dive deep into the design of a traditional chemical process, tackling real-world engineering challenges from conceptual design to detailed process configuration. Gain practical experience in process design, equipment sizing, and mechanical configuration while applying your knowledge to solve industry-relevant problems. Develop expertise in hazard identification and process safety, ensuring your designs meet economic, safety, health and environmental standards. Recognised globally as the most demanding yet rewarding part of a chemical engineering programme, this project tests your ability to think critically, solve problems, and collaborate effectively. It’s your chance to showcase your expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills in a project reflecting your personal design approach. Work in teams, manage projects efficiently and communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including expert panels and industry professionals. Get ready to innovate, collaborate, and build the future of Chemical Engineering!

Engineering Management and Entrepreneurship

In this module, you will gain essential skills in engineering management, covering key areas such as scheduling, project risk management, quality management, and cost and resource management. You will also explore entrepreneurial topics, including business model generation, market segmentation, and effective communication of business proposals. At the heart of the module is a group business proposal, where you will apply management theory from lectures and entrepreneurial workshops. Through presentations, pitches, and valuable insights from industry experts, you will develop your business ideas with creativity, innovation, and an entrepreneurial mindset—focusing on idea generation, start-ups, and venture planning. With a strong emphasis on ethical engineering and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), this module will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to take on management roles and drive positive change in your future career.

Process Dynamics and Control

This module introduces you to the fundamental principles and practical applications of process dynamics, control, and simulation in chemical engineering. You will explore two key themes: computational process simulation and control system design. Through hands-on experience with industry-standard software like Aspen Plus and MATLAB, you will solve complex chemical engineering problems, including reactor design and transport processes. The module also covers dynamic system behaviour, feedback control principles, and stability analysis, equipping you with the skills to design and evaluate control systems. By the end of the module, you will have developed a strong understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of process engineering, preparing you for modern challenges in the field. This module is ideal for those looking to enhance their problem-solving skills and gain proficiency in cutting-edge computational tools used in the industry.

Sustainable Process Engineering

This module equips you with a deep understanding of advanced chemical engineering principles, focusing on simultaneous momentum, heat, and mass transfer for efficient process design. Gain expertise in designing essential equipment like humidifiers, dryers, evaporators and multi-component distillation systems. Go beyond traditional engineering - integrate sustainability into process design, enhance energy efficiency, and assess environmental impacts. Learn to incorporate circular economy concepts while balancing economic constraints. This dynamic module empowers you with essential skills in chemical engineering, with a strong focus on sustainable process design. Learn to create efficient, eco-friendly solutions while ensuring compliance with economic constraints and critical safety, health and environmental regulations. Sharpen your critical thinking and analytical abilities to tackle complex technical challenges with confidence. Enhance your problem-solving and design skills, applying cutting-edge knowledge to real-world engineering scenarios.

Individual Project

In this individual project, you will deepen your understanding of a specific engineering topic of your choice. You will conduct a detailed review of the topic, which will serve as a foundation for enhancing the technical content of your project. Depending on the nature of your work, you may need to perform computer simulations, mathematical analyses, and/or practical experiments. You will be assigned a project supervisor who is an expert in your chosen field and will provide guidance on both the technical aspects and project management. Additionally, you will receive support from academic staff, postgraduate students, and technical personnel.

Industrial Consultancy

Apply your knowledge and skills in a real-world context to an exciting industry-linked team project. You will explore the role of engineering consultancy in various industries, focusing on the skills, methodologies and practices involved in providing consultancy services to solve engineering-related problems. This will develop your understanding of industry needs, business requirements, stakeholder management and effective communication with clients.

The module introduces the use of generative AI and prompt engineering as tools to support project management, problem-solving, and communication. You will consider the ethical implications of using AI in professional contexts, including issues related to data use, biases, transparency, accountability and the role of human oversight.

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Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering

This module will provide you with the knowledge of biomaterials necessary to be employed in the applications of Tissue Engineering / regenerative medicine with the ultimate aim of clinical applications. We will explore the range of biomaterials, both synthetic and natural, metallic, ceramic and polymeric, that can be used in the human body to regenerate tissue, restore lost tissue function, deliver drugs and prevent microbial infection from a bioengineering and biomaterials science perspective. This course will highlight the biomaterials properties of implant materials and will give an overview of possible host responses to the implant materials. You will also go through case studies of hard and soft tissue implants and learn selection criteria for identifying suitable materials. Finally, the module will highlight the use of specific designs and role of engineers in successfully exploitation of these materials in clinical applications.

Control and Machine Learning

Explore key concepts in machine learning, intelligent control and modern control theory, with applications in robotics, industrial automation, smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance and digital twin. You will study control theory’s role in ensuring stability and robustness in safety-critical systems, beginning with classical proportional-integral control and progressing to digital control, state-space models and linear quadratic optimal control.

Machine learning (ML) techniques, such supervised and unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning and deep neural networks, will be introduced to address complex, high-dimensional systems where traditional models fall short. The module also examines practical and ethical constraints, while equipping you with computational tools such as MATLAB and Python for real-world implementation.

Throughout, you will gain hands-on experience in designing and applying these methods to engineering challenges, preparing you for the growing role of statistical modelling, intelligent control and ML in diverse fields like healthcare, economics and the natural sciences.

Electrochemical Engineering

This module delves into electrochemical reactions, reactor design, and real-world applications of electrochemical technology. You'll build on your chemical engineering knowledge by applying reaction and transport principles to electrochemical systems. You will learn to explain and implement key equations governing thermodynamics, mass transport, and heat production in both dilute and concentrated electrolytes. Explore electrode kinetics, temperature effects, and current distribution in electrochemical reactors while developing mathematical models using continuity and transport equations. Through hands-on simulations, you'll analyse real-world systems like PEM fuel cells and electrochemical batch reactors. You'll also evaluate model results to optimise reactor performance. By the end of the module, you'll have the expertise to tackle complex challenges in electrochemical engineering, bridging theory with practical applications in energy storage, fuel cells, and beyond.

Hydrogen Technologies and Fuel Cells

You will develop critical problem-solving skills and a forward-thinking approach to energy solutions. You will also gain the knowledge to assess the role of hydrogen in a low-carbon future and understand its potential in global energy markets. Assessment may include reports, presentations and technical analysis. This module is ideal if you are interested in renewable energy, engineering or sustainability.

Interfacial Phenomena and Microfluidics

From lab-on-a-chip devices to next-generation drug delivery systems, microfluidics is transforming industries by enabling precise fluid control at the microscale. This module explores the principles of microfluidic device design and fabrication, investigating how fluids behave in confined spaces and their applications in diagnostics, pharmaceuticals and material processing. You will also delve into the fascinating world of interfacial phenomena, where solids, liquids, and gases meet, and discover how these interactions drive real-world innovations. Topics include surface tension, adhesion, capillarity, and colloids which are fundamental to soft matter, chemical engineering, and biomedical applications. You will explore how colloidal systems influence flow properties, focusing on their viscosity, stability, and behaviour under shear, which are crucial in formulations and coatings. By combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning, this module equips you with the skills to tackle emerging challenges in nanotechnology, sustainable materials and healthcare innovations.

Nuclear Fuels Engineering

This module aims to develop your understanding of the key aspects underlying engineering science, relating to the production of nuclear fuels and the conversion of nuclear energy. The unique hazards associated with handling the materials in the manufacturing train, such as criticality, radioactive exposure, chemical toxicity and flammability, will be highlighted together with methods for their safe management. You will be able to study advanced material balancing methods suited to the special requirements of nuclear materials including methods of reconciliation and active material accountancy.

Additionally, you will extend your knowledge of heat transfer with particular reference to the design of nuclear reactors and the complex boiling processes occurring in theory geometries. Ultimately, this module will provide understanding of a range of nuclear fuels, their associated manufacturing processes, and their relationship with the civil/military controversy.

Fees and funding

Our annual tuition fee is set for a 12-month session, starting at the beginning of each academic year.

Our Undergraduate Tuition Fees for 2027/28 are:

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Additional costs

Additional costs for this course

It will be necessary for students to purchase clothing for use in laboratories which is approximately £30. The University pays for student membership of the Institute of Engineering and Technology where appropriate plus contributes to specialist software and workshop materials.

There may be extra costs related to your course for items such as books, stationery, printing, photocopying, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits. Following graduation, you may need to pay a subscription to a professional body for some chosen careers.

Specific additional costs for studying at Lancaster are listed below.

College fees

Lancaster is proud to be one of only a handful of UK universities to have a collegiate system. Every student belongs to a college, and all students pay a small college membership fee which supports the running of college events and activities. Students on some distance-learning courses are not liable to pay a college fee.

For students starting in 2026 or 2027, the fee is £40 for undergraduates and research students and £15 for students on one-year courses. Students on some distance-learning courses are not liable to pay a college fee.

Computer equipment and internet access

To support your studies, you will also require access to a computer, along with reliable internet access. You will be able to access a range of software and services from a Windows, Mac, Chromebook or Linux device. For certain degree programmes, you may need a specific device, or we may provide you with a laptop and appropriate software - details of which will be available on relevant programme pages. A dedicated IT support helpdesk is available in the event of any problems.

The University provides limited financial support to assist students who do not have the required IT equipment or broadband support in place.

Study abroad courses

In addition to travel and accommodation costs, while you are studying abroad, you will need to have a passport and, depending on the country, there may be other costs such as travel documents (e.g. visa or work permit) and any tests and vaccines that are required at the time of travel. Some countries may require proof of funds.

Placement and industry year courses

In addition to possible commuting costs during your placement, you may need to buy clothing that is suitable for your workplace and you may have accommodation costs. Depending on the employer and your job, you may have other costs such as copies of personal documents required by your employer for example.

What is my fee status?

The fee that you pay will depend on whether you are considered to be a home or international student. Read more about how we assign your fee status.

Fees in subsequent years

Home fees are subject to annual review, and are liable to rise each year in line with UK government policy. International fees (including EU) are reviewed annually and are not fixed for the duration of your studies. Read more about fees in subsequent years.

Fees for study abroad and work placements

We will charge tuition fees to Home undergraduate students on full-year study abroad/work placements in line with the maximum amounts permitted by the Department for Education. The current maximum levels are:

Students studying abroad for a year: 15% of the standard tuition fee

Students taking a work placement for a year: 20% of the standard tuition fee

International students on full-year study abroad/work placements will also be charged in line with the maximum amounts permitted by the Department for Education. The current maximum levels are:

Students studying abroad for a year: 15% of the standard international tuition fee during the Study Abroad year

Students taking a work placement for a year: 20% of the standard international tuition fee during the Placement year

Please note that the maximum levels chargeable in future years may be subject to changes in Government policy.

Scholarships and bursaries

You will be automatically considered for our main scholarships and bursaries when you apply, so there's nothing extra that you need to do.

You may be eligible for the following funding opportunities, depending on your fee status:

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We also have other, more specialised scholarships and bursaries - such as those for students from specific countries.

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Tom Millen Engineering Scholarship

A generous donation from the family of Tom Millen will enable two outstanding Engineering students to benefit from a bursary of £1,500.

This award is in memory of Tom Millen, who served as Superintendent of Laboratories and Workshops in the School of Engineering at Lancaster University. He began working for the School in 1969 and retired in 1977. He believed passionately in the value of education and his family are generously supporting the award to recognise and support social mobility and widening access to higher education.

Each year, a £1,500 bursary will be offered to support two Engineering students who have performed at a high academic level at the start of their studies at Lancaster. It will be awarded to two first-year students during their second year who meet the following criteria:

The recipients must be home fee-paying students

The recipients must be in receipt of the Lancaster Bursary

The recipients must pass all modules in the academic year on the first attempt and achieve the highest overall aggregate score from all modules

The two awards will be presented to recipients of different gender identities, in line with our ongoing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

The bursary will be given in three £500 instalments over the course of the academic year. You do not need to apply for the scholarship - the selection process is internal.

A place for Maria

What attracted you to study Engineering at Lancaster University?

Firstly, it was the offer of an initial general engineering year where I could get to know all types of engineering, and afterwards, be able to choose which path to follow knowing from experience what I enjoyed. Secondly, the excellent equipment of the engineering department which had an extensive research profile and third, the fact that it offered lots of support for international students.

When did you know it was right for you?

From the very first moment I stepped onto the Lancaster University campus I knew it was going to become my first choice. I had already visited a few universities in UK, but nothing compared to Lancaster. The university and the town looked very student-based, and although it was compact it still offered all the facilities and shops that I’d need. I really liked the campus feel and that it was surrounded by nature.

What has been your favourite aspect of your course so far?

One of my favourite things has been my 3rd-year project. For Chemical Engineering students, it is a group report where everybody has to contribute to designing a chemical plant to manufacture a product. This project has come to show how all the theory we have learnt in our modules is being used in practice, and listening to the needs of a client and delivering a fully functional product.

Maria Sanchez-O’Mullony Martinez, MEng Hons Chemical Engineering

Keep your options open

If you're unsure of which area of specialisation you'd like to go into upon application, you can use the UCA code H100 Engineering to leave your options open. The common first year lets you change your specialisation allowing a more informed choice at the end of year one, subject to meeting the requirements of that course.

Our Facilities

Main Lab

Our Main Engineering Lab is a large and spacious, double-floored room home to the Engineering Strongfloor, Robotics area, and Wind Tunnel. Here is where you'll get the opportunity to load test materials and constructions, and work on projects involving robotics or renewable energy.

Electronics Lab

Our Electronics Lab is equipped with equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and power supplies to allow you to undertake prototyping and practical work in electronics.

Additive Manufacturing Lab

Our Additive Manufacturing Lab comes equipped with a number of 3D printers and laser-based additive machines to fabricate items that wouldn't be possible using more traditional subtractive methods.

Chemical Engineering Lab

The Chemical Engineering Teaching Lab is where you'll in small groups to rotate around an assortment of experimental apparatus to engage and learn about industrial processes along with the associated health and safety, COSHH assessment, and substance controls.

Teaching Lab

Our Teaching Lab houses a variety of engineering apparatus that you'll get to use throughout your degree, from 3D printers and robotics arms, to CNC machines.

Breakout space

Within the School of Engineering, we have a dedicated Breakout Space for you to get together with other students and collaborate on work, or otherwise socialise in your downtime between lectures, workshops, and labs.

Computer labs

The labs are fully equipped with all the software you'll need in order to create virtual prototypes of your projects or systems.

Engineering Projects Lab

Engineering Projects make up a significant proportion of most of our Engineering degrees and involve a great deal of collaboration with your peers. This space is dedicated for you to work on these projects, allowing you the room to create and test prototypes.

Similar courses

BEng Hons : H800

Chemical Engineering (Study Abroad)

BEng Hons : H812

MEng Hons : H813

Chemical Engineering (with a Foundation Year)

BEng Hons : H80F

Chemical Engineering with Placement Year

BEng Hons : H814

MEng Hons : H815

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

BEng Hons : H607

MEng Hons : H606

Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Study Abroad)

BEng Hons : H608

MEng Hons : H609

Electronic and Electrical Engineering (with a Foundation Year)

BEng Hons : H60F

Electronic and Electrical Engineering with Placement Year

BEng Hons : H610

MEng Hons : H611

BEng Hons : H100

MEng Hons : H102

Engineering (Study Abroad)

BEng Hons : H103

MEng Hons : H104

Engineering (with a Foundation Year)

BEng Hons : H10F

Engineering with Placement Year

BEng Hons : H106

MEng Hons : H105

Mechanical Engineering

BEng Hons : H300

MEng Hons : H303

Mechanical Engineering (Study Abroad)

BEng Hons : H305

MEng Hons : H306

Mechanical Engineering (with a Foundation Year)

BEng Hons : H30F

Mechanical Engineering with Placement Year

BEng Hons : H307

MEng Hons : H308

Mechatronic Engineering

BEng Hons : HH63

MEng Hons : HHH6

Mechatronic Engineering (Study Abroad)

BEng Hons : HH64

MEng Hons : HHH7

Mechatronic Engineering (with a Foundation Year)

BEng Hons : HH6F

Mechatronic Engineering with Placement Year

BEng Hons : HH65

MEng Hons : HHH8

Nuclear Engineering

BEng Hons : H820

MEng Hons : H821

Nuclear Engineering (Study Abroad)

BEng Hons : H822

MEng Hons : H823

Nuclear Engineering (with a Foundation Year)

BEng Hons : H82F

Nuclear Engineering with Placement Year

BEng Hons : H824

MEng Hons : H825

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