Chemical Engineering
Aston University, BirminghamCourse Overview
The BEng (Hon) Chemical Engineering at Aston University, Birmingham is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about driving digital innovation. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Develop your knowledge of the world of Chemical Engineering, which modern society relies on, discovering renewable energy technologies, industrial biotechnology more. Course outline Ranked 3rd in the UK for Chemical Engineering (Guardian University Guide 2025), this professionally-accredited* world-class degree will prepare you for a diverse career in an in-demand sector. Vital to modern society, developing solutions to our planet's most pressing challenges such as sustainability and clean energy - chemical engineers change the world. This unique course combines modules in fundame... International tuition fees are £22,575 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,000 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC - CCC BBC: including grade B in Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject - Standard offer BCC: including Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject & if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B CCC: including Maths and another listed STEM (a) subject - Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer) STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics. |
| International Baccalaureate | 29 points achieving 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level including Mathematics another listed STEM (a) subject. STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£22,575
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Aston University, Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £29,500 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £25,500 | £31,000 | £37,500 |
| 5 years | £31,500 | £40,000 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10-01-09). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Student Satisfaction
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