Course summary
This course aims to produce graduates trained in the core discipline of chemical engineering including energy, materials and reaction engineering, and project management. It will give you the relevant understanding, skills and knowledge required to operate effectively in the chemical engineering sector, making you capable in the context of modern industrial practice and sustainable development. You'll develop your knowledge of mathematics, applied sciences, engineering methods and safety, in support of the central themes of the course. You'll also expand on your intellectual and reasoning powers, your ability to perceive the broader perspective, and your problem-solving skills. The course has been developed in response to relevant industry needs and it reflects our strength in research and teaching within this area. The MSc programme benefits from the MEng material for the Chemical Engineering programme to enhance the student experience through greater class sizes and shared learning experiences. Why Advanced Chemical Engineering at LSBU? LSBU has an enviable reputation for employability and entrepreneurship. Our graduates find opportunities across the world and make an impact where-ever they go. Ranked 1st for Student Satisfaction amongst London competitors for Chemical Engineering (Complete University Guide 2021). Ranked 1st for graduate prospects in London (Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020). Ranked 1st for Learning Opportunities amongst London competitors in Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering (National Student Survey 2020) Employability The principles and skills conveyed by the course will help students develop critical thinking and independent inquiry aptitudes which will enable them to be independent and competent practitioners in their professional life. The contents of the module will help graduates find employment in the chemical engineering industry, oil and gas industry, energy sector, engineering design, renewable energy and pharmaceuticals industry. Professional links The division has a wide range of links through the A2i projects where SME work in consultation with the division, large multi-nationals such as Bosch, local companies that include site visits to Thames Water and working with Sellafield.
Modules
Core modules develop key chemical engineering skills for those who are new to the subject and further enhance the understanding of chemical engineering graduates. You are offered options in Process Management, Emerging Energy and Sustainability, Advanced Materials Engineering, Process Control and Instrumentation and Process Safety and Hazards. Dissertation stretches from S1, S2 and over the summer. Multiphase fluid flow Safety, health and environment Process modelling and simulation Advanced reaction engineering Dissertation Optional modules Process management Emerging energy and sustainability Advanced materials engineering Process safety and hazards Process control and instrumentation
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
The MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering offers a specialisation route for chemical engineering graduates, or a conversion route for non-chemical engineering graduates. The standard requirement for admission will be a 2.2 or higher first degree in engineering or a physical science from a UK university, or equivalent degree from overseas. Entrants from a science route must, by their degree or otherwise, be sufficiently prepared for the mathematical content of the course. Applicants must also meet the University's standard requirement for English, i.e. IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 580 or equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Sponsorship information
Postgraduate loan (PGL) for Masters study If you are starting a Masters course, studying either full- or part-time, you may be entitled to apply for a postgraduate study loan. Find out more at our postgraduate fees and funding section. Scholarships We offer several types of fee reduction through our scholarships and bursaries. Find the full list and other useful information on funding your studies on the scholarships and fee discounts page.
Provider information
London South Bank University
103 Borough Road
Southwark
SE1 0AA