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Chemical Engineering MSc

Full-time: 12 months UK fees: £11050

Part-time: Not available International fees: £26500

Start date: September 2022 Entry requirements: 2:1

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Course overview
Our MSc Chemical Engineering programme provides extra training companies expect from
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Ou Sc C e ca g ee g p og a e p o des e t a t a g co pa es e pect o
the next generation of chemical engineers, producing employable graduates with the
potential to be future leaders of industry.

You will have an engineering first degree such as environmental or chemical engineering.
Based on the modules selected, you will gain experience in areas including:

chemical and petroleum processing

energy efficiency
carbon capture
water treatment

The course offers you access to an accredited masters level degree, which is an educational
requirement for Chartered Engineer status.

Why choose this course?

3rd Top 15

in The Guardian University Guide 2022 in the Complete University Gu

for Chemical and Environmental for Chemical and Environmen
Engineering Engineering

The Guardian University Guide 2022 Complete University Guide, 2

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Course content
The course follows a modular structure, with students completing 180 credits over a 12-month
period. Students will complete:

60 credits of core modules

30 credits of optional modules
a 30-credit development project providing skills in advanced design practice
and a 60-credit summer project which develops skills in research

The course utilises an integrated educational approach in which lectures, example classes,
laboratories and information technology form key elements.

Modules

MSc

Core modules

Accelerated Design Training (year-long) 30 credits

Advanced Rheology and Materials (autumn) 10 credits

Process Synthesis and Design (autumn) 10 credits

Renewable Energy from Wastes (autumn) 10 credits

Advanced Computational Methods

Research Planning (spring) 10 credits

Multiphase Systems (spring) 10 credits

Advanced Reaction Engineering

MSc Project (Summer) 60 credits

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Optional modules

Process Risk Benefit and Analysis

Water Treatment Engineering

Petroleum Production Engineering

Water Treatment

Biochemical Engineering

Power Generation and Carbon Capture (autumn) 10 credits

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The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer but is not intended to
be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules that will be
available in any given year. Modules (including methods of assessment) may
change or be updated, or modules may be cancelled, over the duration of the
course due to a number of reasons such as curriculum developments or
staffing changes. Please refer to the module catalogue for information on
available modules. This content was last updated on Wednesday 20 October
2021.

Learning and assessment

How you will learn

Lectures Seminars Lab sessions Group study Practical classes

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Self-study Independent study Tutorials

How you will be assessed

Coursework Group coursework Examinations Presentation

Research project

You will be assessed with a combination of methods, regarding to the module learning
outcomes and activities. You must pass each module with at least 50% to progress.

Contact time and study hours

On average, you will have around 30 contact hours a week. This include lectures, practicals,
meeting with project supervisors and personal tutors. Combined with coursework and self-
study, you may spend over 50 hours a week on your studies. Class sizes depends on the nature
of the module (e.g., compulsory or optional) and can be between 50-100.

Entry requirements
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of
qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2022 entry.

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Undergraduate degree

2:1 in a relevant engineering degree. You will require design experience in process
engineering.

Work experience

Applicants who do not meet the entry criteria, but have significant work industry
experience may be accepted on to the programme.
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Applying
Our step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know about applying.

How to apply

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Where you will learn

University Park Campus
University Park Campus covers 300 acres, with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and m
winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003.

Most schools and departments are based here. You will have access to libraries, shops, cafe

You can walk or cycle around campus. Free hopper buses connect you to our other campuse

Fees
UK fees are set in line with the national UKRI maximum fee limit.

Additional information for international students

If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee
status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK
Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)
.

These fees are for full-time study. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a
proportion of this fee each year (subject to inflation).

Additional costs

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor
Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on
and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you could factor some additional costs into your budget,
alongside your tuition fees and living expenses.

You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, though you
may wish to purchase your own copies or more specific titles.

Funding
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There are many ways to fund your postgraduate course, from scholarships to government
loans.

We also offer a range of international masters scholarships for high-achieving international

scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.

Check our guide to find out more about funding your postgraduate degree.

Postgraduate funding

Careers
Careers advice Job prospects Accreditation Placements

We offer individual careers support for all postgraduate students.

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or
résumé, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online
vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different
sectors.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a

student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate
immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors,
masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

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"The people and sense of community and

collegiality make this department a special place to

study and work together. We have a fantastic
diversity in our students and staff and an amazing
breadth in future destinations and skills from energy
to food and everywhere in between" "
Prof Chris Dodds, Head of Department

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This content was last updated on Wednesday 20 October 2021. Every effort has been made
to ensure that this information is accurate, but changes are likely to occur given the interval
between the date of publishing and course start date. It is therefore very important to check
this website for any updates before you apply.

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