Bachelor in Chemical Engineering BEng

Tuition is 25,500 GBP per year; applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Aug 31, 2027.

Ranked 3rd in the UK for Chemical Engineering (Guardian University Guide 2025), this programme at Aston University provides a world-class education focused on the critical challenges of our time, including clean energy, sustainable water management, and climate action. The curriculum bridges fundamental chemical engineering principles with essential studies in chemistry, mathematics, and process design, equipping you to contribute to the safe and efficient production of materials that sustain modern society.

Industry-Aligned Practical Expertise

You will learn in the heart of Birmingham, utilizing high-quality laboratories and advanced simulation software. A distinct feature of the Aston experience is access to unique pilot-scale facilities, including the UK's largest biomass gasification plant for research and development. The course emphasizes the development of 'Power Skills'—such as AI & Digital literacy, innovation, and inclusive leadership—ensuring that graduates are not only technically proficient but also highly adaptable in a global marketplace.

Students are encouraged to undertake an optional industry placement year, a hallmark of the Aston experience that has previously led graduates to roles at prestigious organizations like Rolls-Royce, Airbus, CERN, and Procter & Gamble. With accreditation from the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), this degree offers a clear pathway toward professional status as a Chartered Engineer while fostering a community of problem-solvers who are prepared to make a tangible impact.

Aston University in Birmingham is a career-focused public research university with a central campus and a long tradition of linking education to industry. Founded from technical roots in 1895, Aston combines academic study with practical experience and is known for strong employability outcomes. The urban campus places students close to business, cultural and transport hubs, and a multicultural student community contributes to a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

Aston emphasises applied learning, professional placements and partnerships with employers, so many programmes integrate a placement year or live industry projects. Facilities include modern lecture spaces, specialised labs and student services that support academic success and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and strong student support ensure international students have access to language help, academic workshops and career guidance tailored to the UK labour market.

Student life blends campus convenience with Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, offering clubs, societies and volunteer opportunities to build networks and practical skills. The university’s careers team helps with CVs, internships and graduate recruitment, while accommodation and welfare services ease the transition to study in the UK. Applicants should explore course accreditation, placement options and scholarship possibilities early, and connect with Aston’s international advisers to plan applications and arrival logistics.