Chemical Engineering including an Industrial Year - BEng (Hons)

University of Nottingham

Prepare for a career as a highly skilled, in-demand chemical engineer with our BEng Chemical Engineering programme including an industrial placement year. Gain first-hand experience of the exciting challenges faced by engineers and drive progress across industries like food, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and renewable energy. We’re proud to offer some of the UK’s strongest graduate outcomes, with excellent employment rates and competitive starting salaries. Fully accredited by [IChemE](https://www.icheme.org/) (Institution of Chemical Engineers) and [IOM3](https://www.iom3.org/) (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining), our course is built around real-world relevance and industry needs. Gain the knowledge, experience and confidence to hit the ground running. From the outset, you’ll build a strong foundation in chemical and environmental engineering, gaining an understanding of what it means to be a professional engineer. You'll also explore process and plant design, applying theoretical principles to real-world systems. You’ll work in modern, well-equipped laboratories and design studios, focusing on practical, group-based learning. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of chemical engineering principles, alongside transferable skills like project management, analytical thinking, leadership, and teamwork. In your third year, your industrial placement will enhance your skills and give you direct experience of the challenges and innovations in the field. Support will be provided throughout the process, from preparing applications and interviews to settling into your placement. Academic staff will remain closely involved through regular visits and ongoing contact, making sure your professional experience complements your academic development. This course will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience necessary to professionally register as a

, once you've completed the relevant industrial training. * [View related courses](https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/courses/undergraduate-courses.aspx) * [Explore the journeys of our engineering alumni](https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/alumni/alumni.aspx)

* Accredited by the [IChemE](https://www.icheme.org/) and [IOM3](https://www.iom3.org/). * Engage with practical labs, real-world design projects and industry-focused experiences, under the guidance of research, industrial and teaching experts. * Get industry experience with an integrated year in industry and dedicated careers and placement support within the Faculty of Engineering. Graduate destinations include Coca Cola, GSK, KPMG, Shell and Unilever.

* We’re ranked 9th in the UK for chemical engineering in the [Complete University Guide 2026](https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/rankings "Complete university guide rankings"), [The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026](https://www.thetimes.com/uk-university-rankings/league-table) and [The Guardian University Guide 2026](https://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2025/sep/13/best-uk-universities-for-chemical-engineering-league-table). * The average starting salary for chemical and environmental undergraduates within 15 months of graduation was £35,980 (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23).