Course summary
Do you want to study chemical engineering with us but don't have the entry requirements? Our extended chemical engineering degree starts with a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study. This extended degree in chemical engineering gives you the knowledge and skills for a successful career as a professional engineer. It covers growth areas in the discipline, including engineering science, particle technology, pharmaceutical development and bioengineering. As the course includes an extra year that will prepare you for learning at degree level, we ask for lower entry points than for our standard BEng. Popular career choices for our chemical engineering graduates include roles in the chemical and process engineering, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage industries. What you should know about this course
- Ranked #1 University in Kent for Graduate Prospects (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021)
- Top 20 in the UK (The Complete University Guide, 2021)
- This four-year course has a foundation year and lower entry requirements. If you have the ability but not the qualifications, this course is your first step to graduation
- Students studying chemical engineering can expect to earn up to £28,925 on graduation (HESA, 2020)
- This course is taught at our Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent.
Modules
All degree courses are made of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures. Module content, and how each is module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
Students are assessed through a combination of course work, exams and practical assessment where relevant. You can view more information about how each module on this course is assessed within our 'What you will study' section. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- H802
- Institution code:
- G70
- Campus name:
- University of Greenwich (Medway Campus)
- Campus code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
English language requirements
For more information about our English Language Requirements, please click on the following link:
https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15100 | Year 1 |
| International | £15100 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
These fees were set for the 2022/23 intake. Therefore, this may change for the 2023/24 academic year. Please follow this link for more information https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS