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Chemical engineering degrees

Study in specialist laboratory facilities at our Medway Campus where you’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need to become a professional chemical engineer, using the latest equipment and simulation software.

Understand the world, then change it


Could you be a catalyst for change like Shivani? Watch our chemical engineer in action around our high-tech laboratories.

Our courses

You can study chemical engineering full-time, part-time, take a sandwich course with an industry placement, or apply for our four-year course which leads to an Integrated Master’s degree. We also offer an extended degree, which includes a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study.

Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice, MSc

Combine learning of chemical & process engineering with key experience in industry. Apply for our MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice.

  • Mode: Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Engineering

Advanced Chemical Engineering, MSc

Develop your expertise in chemical and process engineering and build the skills for future careers with an MSc in Advanced Chemical Engineering.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Engineering

Built Environment, MPhil/PhD

Explore new ground in the built environment with a research degree (MPhil/PhD). Enjoy world-class facilities and laboratories for ground-breaking research.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Civil engineering; Computer engineering and cybernetics; Construction; Electrical and electronic engineering; Engineering; Engineering management; Engineering technology; Mechanical engineering

Chemical Engineering (Extended), BEng Hons

This chemical engineering degree includes a foundation year. It has been designed with leading companies to meet the needs of future engineers.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time, Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Engineering

Chemical Engineering with Industrial Practice, BEng Hons

This part time degree in chemical engineering will enable you to boost your skills in chemical manufacturing and processing technologies.

  • Mode: Part time
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Engineering

Chemical Engineering, BEng Hons

This chemical engineering degree prepares you for successful careers in chemical and process engineering, pharmaceuticals and food production.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time, Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Engineering

Chemical Engineering, MEng

Study chemical engineering from undergraduate through to Master’s level. Explore chemical processing and technology for top engineering careers.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time, Sandwich
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Engineering

Engineering - Research, MPhil/PhD

Explore new ground in engineering with a research degree (MPhil/PhD). Enjoy world-class facilities and laboratories for ground-breaking research.

  • Mode: Full time, Part time
  • Location: Medway Campus
  • Subject: Chemical engineering; Civil engineering; Computer engineering and cybernetics; Construction; Electrical and electronic engineering; Engineering; Engineering management; Engineering technology; Mechanical engineering

Why Greenwich is great for chemical engineering degrees

Studying chemical engineering at our Medway Campus, you will benefit from great facilities, including a new dedicated chemical engineering laboratory. There are accessible ways to enter our degree courses, and you'll have the option to attend field trips and boost your workplace skills.

Discover our Medway Campus


The Faculty of Engineering and Science is located in Chatham, Kent. Get a sense of what our Medway Campus is all about.

Communities and societies

Our active student-led societies offer a space for personal and academic growth, as well as new opportunities to make lasting friendships. Students can take part in activities throughout the year, both through the department and via the wider Students’ Union.

Take a Virtual Tour

Our virtual tours are a great way to get a feel for where you'll be studying. Explore the facilities we have on offer below.

Research and partnerships

Chemical engineering academics are currently researching a range of areas including particle technology, desalination, additive manufacturing, food engineering, and sustainable design.

Join us as a research student

If you have a research proposal related to chemical engineering, we can help you apply to the university and find the appropriate supervisor.

Contact

fes-research-office@gre.ac.uk

Working with industry

Our expert staff, industry-standard facilities and research expertise can help your business grow.

Find out more

Greenwich Research & Enterprise

Contact

enterprise@gre.ac.uk

020 8331 7867

Pioneering engineering research at the University of Greenwich