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Bachelor of Chemical Engineering at Heriot-Watt University is a 4-year BEng (Hons) chemical engineering degree at the Edinburgh campus. Develop process design, thermodynamics, reaction engineering, and separation processes skills through practice-led teaching at Heriot-Watt’s School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, with strong links to chemical, energy, and process industry partners.
Study at a university ranked #325 in the world and #36 in the UK in QS World University Rankings, with Chemical Engineering ranked #151–200 worldwide and #16 in the UK in QS World University Rankings by Subject and the Complete University Guide.
Year one builds chemistry, engineering professionalism, and mathematics foundations; year two covers thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and industrial processes; year three develops process control, separation, and reaction engineering; year four completes your degree with advanced separation, sustainability economics, and process integration.
Indicative total fees are £103,232 tuition with £0 application fee, with live GBP to MYR conversion in the fee breakdown below.
Entry requirements typically include A Levels BBB including Chemistry and Mathematics, both at grade B, STPM BBC (excluding Chinese and Malay), IB 30 points including Chemistry and Mathematics at Higher Level 5, and Other Qualifications on request. IELTS 6.0 overall with no score lower than 5.5, TOEFL overall score of 4 with no score lower than 4 (writing minimum 4.5), CEFR mid-B2, or Pearson Academic PTE 63 (minimum 59) is required.
Career outcomes include chemical engineer, process engineer, production engineer, and petroleum engineer roles.
Study at Edinburgh with September intake. Plan to apply at least three months before your chosen start date.
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Heriot-Watt University ranks #151–200 worldwide for Chemical Engineering and #16 in the UK for Chemical Engineering in QS World University Rankings by Subject and the Complete University Guide, reflecting strong chemical engineering teaching at the Edinburgh campus.
Ranked #325 in the world, #36 in the UK, and #6 in Scotland in the QS World University Rankings — a globally recognised Scottish university with strong graduate outcomes.
Ranked #39 in the UK overall in Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, with top 40 in the UK for Arts & Humanities, Computer Science, Engineering, and Physical Sciences.
Ranked #31 in the UK and #5 in Scotland in the Complete University Guide — combining academic strength with career-focused accountancy and finance education.
Study at the Edinburgh campus — Heriot-Watt University’s Scottish capital campus with modern teaching facilities and strong links to accountancy, finance, and professional services employers across Edinburgh and the wider UK.
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Scholarship options for this degree programme depend on your intake and academic profile. Contact us and we’ll check eligibility with Heriot-Watt University.
Core fees are shown in British pounds (GBP). Ringgit (MYR) equivalents use a live GBP/MYR rate. Figures are illustrative only. Heriot-Watt University typically reviews tuition each year; expect an estimated 5–10% annual increase — always use the latest official tuition on your offer or fee schedule.
Indicative totals above are not a quote. Tuition and related fees follow Heriot-Watt University’s current published schedule for your intake year. For scholarships, contact us. MYR equivalents use the live rate shown above.
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The Bachelor of Chemical Engineering is completed over 4 years of full-time study at Edinburgh, with September intake. Expand each year for modules and programme detail.
Year one introduces principles of chemistry, engineering professionalism and technical communication, and mathematics for engineers and scientists. You build foundational chemistry, engineering, and mathematical skills for chemical engineering study, preparing for thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and process modules in later years.
| Module title |
|---|
| Principles of Chemistry |
| Engineering Professionalism and Technical Communication |
| Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 1 |
Year two develops chemical thermodynamics and introductory chemical kinetics, fluid mechanics, industrial chemical processes, and advanced mathematics. Modules combine theory with applied process engineering, building skills for separation processes, reaction engineering, and professional chemical engineering roles.
| Module title |
|---|
| Chemical Thermodynamics & Introductory Chemical Kinetics for Chemical Engineers |
| Fluid Mechanics |
| Industrial Chemical Processes |
| Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 3 |
Year three covers sustainable development and engineering management, process control, separation processes, and chemical reaction engineering. You develop practical process design and control skills valued by chemical, energy, and manufacturing employers, preparing for advanced integration and optimisation modules in year four.
| Module title |
|---|
| Sustainable Development and Engineering Management |
| Process Control |
| Separation Processes A |
| Chemical Reaction Engineering |
Year four completes your BEng with separation processes, sustainability management and process economics, and process integration, optimisation and analysis. You consolidate advanced chemical engineering knowledge for process design, economic evaluation, and sustainable operations roles in chemical, petroleum, and production engineering.
| Module title |
|---|
| Separation Processes C |
| Sustainability Management and Process Economics |
| Process Integration, Optimisation and Analysis |
Heriot-Watt University offers September intake for this degree at Edinburgh. Plan to apply at least 3 months before your classes start.
Exact dates vary by intake year; apply early to secure your place, arrange your visa, and organise accommodation. Confirm with Heriot-Watt University or our advisors.
Start your UK student visa once you have your offer. We guide timeline and documents.
Official source: Intake dates are set by Heriot-Watt University and may change.
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