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Study at the birthplace of chemical engineering: Manchester.
Master the basics and hone your skills at a university ranked 4th in the UK, 6th in Europe, and 16th in the world for Chemical Engineering ( QS World University Rankings 2025 ).
We're the most targeted university by the UK's leading graduate employers ( High Fliers Research 2023 ).
All our courses are accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).
Get hands-on in one of the largest purpose-built pilot-scale laboratories in Europe.
Become among the highest-paid graduates in the engineering field.
Learn in our brand-new, purpose-built space for innovation and creativity that is transforming the way our students study, research, and shape the world forever.
A-level Grades AAB. This should include Mathematics at Grade A and either Physics or Chemistry plus one other academic subject. GCSE Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education, typically five GCSEs/iGCSEs, including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language International Baccalaureate 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Mathematics and Chemistry or Physics. We accept Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches only. GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade 4/C IELTS 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.5 TOEFL iBT 90 with no sub-test below 22 Pearson PTE 70 overall with no sub-test below 70