Overview
Chemical Engineering degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland is ideal for any chemical engineer holding a Bachelors degree that requires further learning to enable progression to qualify for Chartered Engineer status.
A Career in Chemical Engineering
The MSc Chemical Engineering prepares graduates for a wide range of professional roles in many industries including:
- pharmaceuticals
- food and drinks
- clean energy
- environmental waste management
- oil and gas
- petrochemicals
- cosmetics
- consumer products
- agrochemicals
- research and development
Our Chemical Engineering graduates have found employment with companies such as GlaxoSmithKline, Sellafield Ltd, Doosan Babcock and Atkins Global.
Opportunities for research careers also exist with some of our graduates undertaking further PhD research studentships.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Fluid Mechanics & CFD
- Advanced Heat Transfer
- Process Design and Safety
- Multiphase and Biochemical Reactors Design
- Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Systems
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
International- The latest we can process your application is 6 weeks before the course start date
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Energy & Power Engineering View 176 other Masters in Mechanical Engineering in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should possess a good second class Honours degree or equivalent qualification, in chemical engineering or related area from a recognised institution.
- Applicants with other qualifications with appropriate professional or industrial experience will also be considered.
Tuition Fee
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International
17250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17250 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11250 GBP per year during 12 months.
For Scottish students, cost of study per year is 7,000£
Living costs for Paisley
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.