Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MEng Chemical Engineering in Edinburgh United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
|
Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Masters
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,008
(c. USD33,330.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
Our MEng program delves into the core principles of chemical and process engineering. This foundation in science, mathematics, and engineering equips you with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are in high demand across industries. Upon completing your studies, you can further develop these competencies to pursue a career as a professional engineer. Heriot-Watt achieved top ranking in Scotland for Chemical Engineering based on overall student satisfaction in the 2023 National Student Survey, while also securing first place in Scotland and second in the UK for teaching quality and learning opportunities (NSS, 2023). The five-year MEng degree shares its initial four years with the BEng program, allowing you to select your preferred pathway at the end of year four based on your professional goals. The final year of the MEng features advanced coursework designed to expand and enhance your expertise in chemical and process engineering. Students can select from specialized engineering topics and complete a comprehensive research project. Additionally, MEng candidates participate in a commercial tender simulation, acting as an engineering design firm presenting proposals to our industry advisory board. The department covers student membership fees for the Institute of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) as part of the program. Accreditation The MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering holds full accreditation from the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) on behalf of the Engineering Council. IChemE recognition confirms the academic rigor and industry relevance of our program while offering a route to Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with the Engineering Council. Career opportunities include roles as engineering professionals or business and public service associates.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Year 1: Standard entry requirements - Highers AAAB (over two sittings). Must include Chemistry and Maths with one at A, A-Levels BBB- AAB. Must include Chemistry and Maths, with one at B, International Baccalaureate 30 points. Must include Chemistry and Maths, both at Higher Level 5, BTEC Extended Diploma DDM. 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. 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 DMM. 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. Year 2 - Advanced Highers AB. Must include Advanced Higher Chemistry and Maths, and meet Year 1 Higher AAAB requirements, A-Levels AAB. Must include Chemistry and Maths with one at A, International Baccalaureate 34 points. Must include Chemistry and Maths at HL 6, BTEC Extended Diploma: Not available, HNC A in graded unit with 120 SCQF credit points and must include sufficient Chemistry and Maths. (Available for Access Threshold eligible only), HND AB / BA (standard) or BB (Access Threshold Eligible only). Must include sufficient Chemistry and Maths, Global College Successful completion of our Engineering with Accelerator Programme. Year 3 - Entry to Year 3 is only available via our associate student partnership college route. Additional information: 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. For all years, applications are welcomed from holders of non-school qualifications, mature candidates and overseas students. The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
Tuition
GBP
25,008