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Heriot-Watt is ranked 1st in the UK based on overall student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024) and Top 200 in the world (2026 World University Subject Rankings).

Find out more about our 3 year honours degree option.

UCAS codeH800

LevelUndergraduate

Delivery typeFull Time

Degree qualificationBEng (Hons)

Mode of deliveryOn-Campus

Duration3-4 years

LocationEdinburgh

Start dateSeptember

Our BEng programme explores the fundamentals of chemical and process engineering. This grounding in science, maths and engineering will provide you with the practical abilities highly sought after by industry. After graduation, you can build upon these skills to become professional engineers.

The BEng in Chemical Engineering is a four-year degree. At the end of fourth year, you can choose whether to swap to the five-year, more advanced MEng degree. The career-focused degree has specialist pathways in pharmaceutical chemistry, computational chemistry, biology or materials and nanoscience. This offers the flexibility to decide which degree and pathway best suits your career ambitions.

In the final year of the BEng, you will undertake a group project, drawing upon the knowledge gained through your studies.

As part of the programme, you will receive a student membership for the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), paid for by the department.

Your student experience

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Our expertise

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Our Chemical Engineering programmes have recently been ranked 1st in the UK by the National Student Survey 2024.

Your learning will be informed by the expertise of our research-active chemical engineers and academics. The research relevance of this undergraduate programme ensures your studies remain cutting-edge and industry focused.

96% of Heriot-Watt University’s engineering research was classed as world-leading in the REF 2021 review, which ranked us 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK for engineering research through a joint submission with the University of Edinburgh.

Our BEng Chemical Engineering is directly informed by the world class research carried out by Heriot-Watt’s Mechanical, Process and Energy Engineering (IMPEE) and the Research Institute for Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering.

Research Institute for Biological, Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering focuses on four main themes:

Biological Chemistry

Bioengineering

Brewing and Distilling

Health Research

IMPEE research institute focuses on promoting excellence across four main research themes:

Biomedical Engineering

Digital Engineering

Energy Harvesting and Conversion

Multiphase Flow

Go Global

Go Global is our student mobility programme, allowing you to seamlessly transfer your studies to one of our global campuses, or to a partner university. Live and learn in a new country, experience different cultures and build a global perspective, while continuing your degree without interruption.

Inter-Campus Transfer: Dubai

Discover new friends and places with an inter-campus transfer to Dubai.

Inter-Campus Transfer: Malaysia

Discover new friends and places with an inter-campus transfer to Malaysia.

European Exchange

This Exchange Programme enables you to study or work in Europe as part of your degree programme, usually for a full academic year.

Worldwide Exchange

This Exchange Programme enables you to study outside of Europe as part of your degree programme, usually for a full academic year.

Course content

September Intake - Edinburgh

Provides a general introduction to the subject, emphasising the role of basic mathematics and science. Courses introduce basic techniques and principles of chemical engineering including: Mass Balances; Basic Thermodynamics and Energy Balances. An awareness of professional and personal development forms a critical part of the teaching in this year.

Mandatory September

Principles of Chemistry

Engineering Professionalism and Technical Communication

Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 1

Mandatory January

Chemical Reactivity

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering

Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 2

Mandatory AY

Introduction to Process Engineering

Disclaimer

The courses mentioned above may change between now and the time that you study. For more information, please view our Terms and Conditions.

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Student testimonials

The diversity that chemical engineering offers. Allows you to gain a wide range of knowledge in all engineering fields and teaches you how to apply it. Does not limit opportunities

Take part in the go global programme to gain independence and experience a different lifestyle and culture. Those lessons will be invaluable.Bhavin Bhoola

Student - BEng Chemical Engineering

Fees and funding

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September 2027 intake tuition fees

Scotland

Paid by SAAS

England / Wales / N Ireland / Rep of Ireland

International

Status: Your residency status is usually defined as the country where you have been ordinarily resident for the three years before the start of your course.

International: 'International' includes applicants from European Union countries who do not hold Pre-Settled or Settled status in UK. (This does not include students from the Republic of Ireland - see above).

Scholarships and bursaries

Bursaries for students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales

In addition to government loans and grants towards the costs of fees and living costs, we are offering generous financial support to attract and support eligible undergraduate students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales:

Heriot-Watt University Bursary (up to £3,100 per year)View details

Entry requirements

If joining us in September 2027, please see the entry requirements below. Heriot-Watt offers different entry requirements, depending on your background.

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Standard entry requirements

Highers AABB (over two sittings). Must include Chemistry and Maths with one at A.

A-Levels BBC. Must include Chemistry and Maths, with both at B.

International Baccalaureate 29 points. Must include Chemistry and Maths, both at Higher Level 5.

BTEC Extended Diploma DMM. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Chemistry and Maths.

HNC A in graded unit. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Chemistry and Maths.

HND BB in graded unit. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Chemistry and Maths.

Please check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements.

Minimum entry requirements *

Highers BBBC (over two sittings). Must include Chemistry and Maths at B.

A-Levels BCC. Must include Chemistry and Maths, with one at B.

International Baccalaureate 28 points. Must include Chemistry and Maths, both at Higher Level 5.

BTEC Extended Diploma MMM. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Chemistry and Maths.

HNC B in graded unit. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Chemistry and Maths.•

HND BB. Must be relevant science subject including sufficient Chemistry and Maths.

* Minimum: under our Fair Access Policy, we will relax our standard entry requirements for some Scottish and Rest of UK status students depending on their circumstances. Our minimum requirements will apply if you:

live in an area within the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation lowest 20% (SIMD20) or POLAR4 Quintile 1 regions (RUK)

or are care experienced.

We can also make exceptions for some Scottish students with grades above minimum but below standard. Read more about our Minimum and standard entry requirements.

Additional information

For all years, applications are welcomed from holders of non-school qualifications, mature candidates and overseas students.

If you do not see your qualifications here please contact us at studywithus@hw.ac.uk

For applicants studying HNC, HND or BTEC qualifications, when submitting your application please ensure you list in full all the units you are currently studying, as specific units (e.g. in Maths) may be required.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.

The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5.

Please see our detailed English language requirements.

Why Heriot-Watt

We have been producing career-ready graduates since 1821. With our roots as the world’s first Mechanics Institute, Heriot-Watt is a pioneering university with a global reach.

At Heriot-Watt, learning goes beyond the lecture theatre. We tackle real world challenges through extraordinary research – from climate change to protecting our oceans, to advancing life-saving medical breakthroughs and shaping the next generation of AI. We are also committed to developing forward-thinking design and sustainable business practices that impact industries worldwide. On our campuses you’ll find some of the world’s most advanced facilities, while our strong industry links set you up for career success. This is why almost 90% of our graduates are in employment or further education (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).

Employability

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Potential career paths

Energy, water and utilities

Biochemical Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Design/manufacture of process equipment

Health and Safety

Sustainable Development

Environmental protection

Food processing

Beverages - brewing and distilling

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