Teaching methods
- Group study
- Independent study
- Lab sessions
- Lectures
- Practical classes
- Tutorials
- Workshops
University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK
Qualification | Entry Requirements | Start Date | UCAS code | Duration | Fees |
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MEng Hons | AAA | September 2024 | H805 | 4 years full-time | £9,250 per year |
Qualification | Entry Requirements | Start Date | UCAS code | Duration | Fees |
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MEng Hons | AAA | September 2024 | H805 | 4 years full-time | £9,250 per year |
This course is accredited by the IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers)
This course is accredited by the IOM3 (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining)
This course is accredited by the IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers).
This course is accredited by the IOM3 (Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining).
6 in Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, or 7 in Standard Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, or 6 in Higher Level Mathematics Applications and Interpretation and 6 in one of Higher Level Chemistry or Physics
6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)
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A in Maths and A in either chemistry or physics.
GCSE English grade 4 (C).
General studies, critical thinking and citizenship studies are not accepted.
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2024 entry.
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
In order to recognise the potential of talented students from all backgrounds we make contextual offers for this course to students who have international fee status. These offers could be one or two grades lower than the advertised standard entry requirements. Please see this page for further information.
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.
A in Maths and A in either chemistry or physics.
GCSE English grade 4 (C).
General studies, critical thinking and citizenship studies are not accepted.
6 in Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, or 7 in Standard Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, or 6 in Higher Level Mathematics Applications and Interpretation and 6 in one of Higher Level Chemistry or Physics
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2024 entry.
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
We make contextual offers to students who may have experienced barriers that have restricted progress at school or college. Our standard contextual offer is usually one grade lower than the advertised entry requirements, and our enhanced contextual offer is usually two grades lower than the advertised entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.
An Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year is available for those who are not taking the required subjects.
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
On this course, you can apply to study abroad at one of our partner institutions or at University of Nottingham China or University of Nottingham Malaysia.
If you are successful in applying to study abroad, you will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your CV by experiencing another culture. Teaching is typically in English, but there may be opportunities to study in another language if you are sufficiently fluent.
You can choose to study similar modules to your counterparts in the UK or expand your knowledge by taking other options.
The school you are joining may also have additional study abroad options available. Please visit the school website for more information.
Please note:
In order to study abroad you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet the selection criteria of both the university and the partner institution. The partner institution is under no obligation to accept you even if you do meet the relevant criteria.
If your course does not have a compulsory placement, integrated year in industry or compulsory year abroad where there is already an opportunity to undertake a work placement as part of that experience, you may be able to apply to undertake an optional placement year. While it is the student’s responsibility to find and secure a placement, our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout this process. Contact placements@nottingham.ac.uk to find out more.
The school/faculty you are joining may also have additional placement opportunities. Please visit the school/faculty website for more information.
Please note:
In order to undertake an optional placement year, you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet any requirements specified by the placement host. There is no guarantee that you will be able to undertake an optional placement as part of your course.
Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.
On this course, you can apply to study abroad at one of our partner institutions or at University of Nottingham China or University of Nottingham Malaysia.
If you are successful in applying to study abroad, you will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your CV by experiencing another culture. Teaching is typically in English, but there may be opportunities to study in another language if you are sufficiently fluent.
You can choose to study similar modules to your counterparts in the UK or expand your knowledge by taking other options.
The school you are joining may also have additional study abroad options available. Please visit the school website for more information.
Please note:
In order to study abroad you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet the selection criteria of both the university and the partner institution. The partner institution is under no obligation to accept you even if you do meet the relevant criteria.
If your course does not have a compulsory placement, integrated year in industry or compulsory year abroad where there is already an opportunity to undertake a work placement as part of that experience, you may be able to apply to undertake an optional placement year. While it is the student’s responsibility to find and secure a placement, our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout this process. Contact placements@nottingham.ac.uk to find out more.
The school/faculty you are joining may also have additional placement opportunities. Please visit the school/faculty website for more information.
Please note:
In order to undertake an optional placement year, you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet any requirements specified by the placement host. There is no guarantee that you will be able to undertake an optional placement as part of your course.
Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.
As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses:
Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.
There may also be costs issued by the university for replacement student ID cards, additional transcripts or certification letters, reassessments and library fines.
The University offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help. Engineering students may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.
We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.
*For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.
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).
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 should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses:
Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.
There may also be costs issued by the university for replacement student ID cards, additional transcripts or certification letters, reassessments and library fines.
The University offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help.
Engineering students may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.
Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary, worth up to £1,000 a year. Full details can be found on our financial support pages.
* A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.
As our populations grow, we need to produce new things smarter, safer and cleaner whilst protecting our natural resources. Through your commitment to a more sustainable future, you will work towards managing and reducing waste to minimise pollution. As an environmental engineer, you will be passionate about protecting, restoring and preserving the planet.
Environmental engineers design processes and products that minimise impacts on air, land and water, whilst making the most of finite natural resources.
Mandatory
Year 1
Fundamentals of Engineering Design
Mandatory
Year 1
Fluid Mechanics
Mandatory
Year 1
Chemistry for Engineers
Mandatory
Year 1
Process Engineering Fundamentals
Mandatory
Year 1
Mathematical Methods for Chemical and Environmental Engineering
Mandatory
Year 1
Introductory Geology
Mandatory
Year 2
Hydrology and Hydrogeology
Mandatory
Year 2
Analytical Measurement
Mandatory
Year 2
Environmental Assessment
Mandatory
Year 2
Separation and Particle Technology
Mandatory
Year 2
Advanced Mathematical Modelling for Process Engineers
Mandatory
Year 2
Materials and Sustainable Processes
Mandatory
Year 2
Process Design and Control
Mandatory
Year 3
Water Treatment
Mandatory
Year 3
Reactor Design
Mandatory
Year 3
Design Project
Mandatory
Year 3
Process Engineering Laboratory
Mandatory
Year 3
Multicomponent Separations
Mandatory
Year 3
Advanced Transport Phenomena
Mandatory
Year 3
Hazardous Waste Management
Mandatory
Year 4
MEng Project
Optional
Year 4
Power Generation and Carbon Capture (autumn)
Optional
Year 4
Environmental Risk Assessment
Optional
Year 4
Process Synthesis and Design (autumn)
Optional
Year 4
Air pollution 2 (spring)
Optional
Year 4
Contaminated Land
Optional
Year 4
Renewable Energy from Wastes (autumn)
Optional
Year 4
Energy Storage (spring)
The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer, but is not intended to be construed or relied on as a definitive list of what might be available in any given year. This content was last updated on Thursday 5 October 2023. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.
This module introduces the deliverables, constraints and conventions of the design process. It will enable you to understand the fundamental basis of design, and the design tools most commonly used by engineers in the industry. Each week you will have two three-hour workshops and one one-hour computing session.
This module covers the essential fluid mechanics needed by engineers to design tanks, vessels, piping systems and pumps. It also forms a basis for later modules on heat and mass transfer in fluids. You'll spend three hours in lectures per week and have regular practical sessions.
Content for this module will be confirmed later in 2022 - please keep checking back on this page.
This module aims to provide you with an understanding of the fundamental material and energy balances that underpin process engineering. You'll study material balances incuding:
You'll spend three hours in lectures and have regular practical workshops for this module.
Content for this module will be confirmed later in 2022 - please keep checking back on this page.
This module provides a basic understanding of geology and includes topics such as:
This module is designed for students with an interest in water resources, and provides an understanding of the movement and storage, pollution and pollution control, and the water-resource provision from both surface and sub-surface waters. You’ll spend three hours in lectures per week.
This module is designed to give you a theoretical and practical introduction to the principles of analytical measurement. Particular emphasis of the module is on quality control, quality assurance and accreditation. Teaching is delivered through a blend of lectures, practical workshops and computing sessions.
Content for this module will be confirmed later in 2022 - please keep checking back on this page.
Content for this module will be confirmed later in 2022 - please keep checking back on this page.
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Content for this module will be confirmed later in 2022 - please keep checking back on this page.
Content for this module will be confirmed later in 2022 - please keep checking back on this page.
This module will introduce you to a range of knowledge and skills applicable to water and wastewater treatment. You'll gain an understanding in water availability, sources of pollution and the legislative framework for water quality from an EU perspective.
Municipal water and wastewater treatment processes will be covered, focusing on key unit processes including sedimentation, filtration and disinfection. You’ll spend three hours per week studying for this module. Teaching is also complemented by site visits.
This section is made up of eight topics, which are detailed below. Each topic covers a fundamental principle in reactor design, also how students can combine those principles to derive/optimise the reactor design equations. The textbook Fogler, H. Scott "Elements of chemical reaction engineering", 4th ed., Prentice Hall, 2005 is closely followed. The main topics are:
This is a group design project involving the preparation of heat and mass balances and flow sheets for a particular process scheme and the detailed design of certain important plant items. A study of the control, operational, safety, environmental and economic aspects will be included. You'll spend one hour in a tutorial and make use of self-study sessions each week studying for this module.
In this module you'll be given a laboratory-based problem and you'll need to plan experiments to collect the data required to solve the problem. You'll work in groups but write individual reports covering process assessment, experimental procedure and the description and discussion of the experimental results.
By solving a laboratory-based problem, you should gain the confidence in making decisions in a technical/scientific environment and adopt a rational, efficient approach to problem solving. You'll also become more familiar with the operation of commonly-encountered chemical engineering equipment and improve your skills in collecting, analysing and interpreting experimental data.
In this module you’ll look in detail at the process of mass transfer in multi-component separation equipment and multicomponent separation processes. You’ll learn principles of design for distillation and absorption columns and use computer applications. You’ll spend two hours in lectures and one hour in workshops per week studying for this module.
This module aims to provide an in depth knowledge of heat, mass and momentum transport that is necessary in assessing, analysing and developing chemical, biochemical and environmental processes.
Furthermore, this module fills the gap between first year transport phenomena and the fourth year CFD module while introducing the multi-physics aspect of the discipline. You’ll spend three hours in lectures and three hours in practicals each week studying for this module.
The objective of this module is to provide the scientific and engineering principles of hazardous waste management. The contents include basic concepts and terminology, the properties and behaviour of hazardous waste, current management practices, design of processes and technology systems for treatment and disposal, and risk assessment and remediation technologies.
The taught programme is supported by a supplementary site visit to a hazardous waste landfill and treatment facility. You will spend three hours in lectures per week.
In this module, you’ll undertake a combined design and research project in a team of two to four students. In addition, you’ll gain detailed knowledge in the specific topic of study.
The aim is for you to gain skills in planning, executing and reporting on an individual research study thereby developing their powers of analysis, independence and critical judgement. You’ll spend one hour in tutorials and make use of group-study sessions each week studying for this module.
The following topics are covered:
The challenges in tackling climate change call for a sustainable re-structuring of our energy infrastructure, particularly the fossil fuel fired power generation sector. The primary aim of this module is to address the major issues and challenges facing the power generation sector using fossil fuels. This will be related to emissions problems and their abatement technologies and will address both conventional and advanced power generation technologies.
There will be a particular focus on various aspects of CCS technologies and their application in a range of fossil energy sectors, from the technical and deployment status of CCS to related financial and environmental challenges and opportunities. You’ll have two hours of lectures a week for this module.
Delivery
Activity | Number of Weeks | Number of sessions | Duration of a session |
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Lecture | 11 weeks | 1 week | 2 hours |
Lecture | 11 weeks | 1 week | 2 hours |
Assessment method
Assessment Type | Weight | Requirements |
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Dissertation | 30.00 | Technology Assessment Report and Presentation |
Exam | 70.00 | 2 hour exam |
This module covers the following:
This module develops the student's ability in directed group work to synthesising and designing sustainable chemical processes.
The group project will involve teams of three to four students. Two projects covering flow-sheet synthesis and resource conservation will be undertaken.
Delivery
Activity | Number of Weeks | Number of sessions | Duration of a session |
---|---|---|---|
Computing | 11 weeks | 1 week | 2 hours |
Lecture | 11 weeks | 1 week | 1 hour |
Assessment method
Assessment Type | Weight | Requirements |
---|---|---|
Coursework 1 | 40.00 | Group project, technical report, maximum 2,000 words. Group project, presentation, maximum 15 minutes. |
Coursework 2 | 60.00 | Individual project, technical report, max 2,000 words. |
The aim of this module is to give students an in depth understanding of the physical and chemical principles behind the selection and design of various processes that may be employed to control atmospheric pollutants.
Students will be introduced to the scientific and engineering principles behind the design, costing, commissioning and operation of particulate and gaseous control devices. Students will study the application of these principles to the design of pollution control devices, and stack designs for a range of engineering processes.
The module covers two main topics:
Topic 1: Control of Particulates, including
Topic 2: Design of Auxiliary Equipment, including:
Delivery
Activity | Number of Weeks | Number of sessions | Duration of a session |
---|---|---|---|
Lecture | 12 weeks | 1 week | 1 hour |
Lecture | 12 weeks | 1 week | 2 hours |
Tutorial | 12 weeks | 1 week | 1 hour |
Assessment method
Assessment Type | Weight | Requirements |
---|---|---|
Coursework | 20.00 | Individual Student Engineering Design Calculation Assessment Sheet |
Exam | 80.00 | Individual Student Particulate Process Control Design Project |
This module develops a risk based framework for the assessment of contaminated land based on the characterization and modelling of contaminant sources, pathways and receptors and the remediation of such linkages.
Case studies are used to illustrate the application of this approach, the typical uncertainties and the management of risk. A range of physical, biological, chemical and thermal in-situ and ex-situ remediation technologies are covered. The application of these technologies is demonstrated by case studies including design studies based on the emerging concept of sustainable remediation.
This module focuses on providing high quality teaching materials on renewable energy from different waste streams. The module will look at the potential of various waste streams in industry, domestic sources, and agriculture, as well as the different combustion technologies available.
The module includes a strong international focus, particularly on small to medium scale renewable energy schemes in developing countries. The module will also have dedicated socio-cultural, socio-economic, policy and guidance and techno-economic seminars to introduce students to the interdisciplinary nature of the subject.
The module looks at:
This module aims to provide students with a comprehensive and in-depth introduction of the major existing and emerging technologies/proof of concepts and underlying physical and chemical principles for the low-carbon manufacturing of fuels and vital chemicals and materials, which underpin the required low carbon transitioning of chemical and energy process industries to combat climate change for sustainable development.
The module will enable students to gain advanced knowledge and understanding of key low-carbon technologies/concepts and to develop key conceptual skills needed in assessing related sustainability, economic, societal and ethical aspects.
Delivery
Activity | Number of Weeks | Number of sessions | Duration of a session |
---|---|---|---|
Lecture | 11 weeks | 1 week | 2 hour |
Tutorial | 11 weeks | 1 week | 1 hours |
Assessment method
Assessment Type | Weight | Requirements |
---|---|---|
Coursework | 30.00 | |
Exam | 70.00 | 2 hour final exam |
This module aims to provide you with the fundamental knowledge of energy storage science and the practical skills related to this area. It covers the following topics:
You’ll spend two hours in lectures and three hours in practicals per week.
Teaching methods
Assessment methods
On average, you will have around 20 contact hours a week in year one and two. Combined with coursework and self-study, you may spend over 40 hours a week on your studies.
During this course you will develop your knowledge of science and engineering, together with a wide range of transferable skills including IT, communication, analysis, problem solving, teamworking and management.
Our graduates are well-regarded and find career opportunities in a range of industries, including:
Average starting salary and career progression
88.7% of undergraduates from the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual starting salary for these graduates was £30,412.
*HESA Graduate Outcomes (2017-2021 cohorts). The Graduate Outcomes % is calculated using The Guardian University Guide methodology. The average annual salary is based on graduates working full-time within the UK.
Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.
Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.
Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.
The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain’s leading graduate employers (Ranked in the top ten in The Graduate Market in 2013-2023, High Fliers Research).
University Park Campus covers 300 acres, with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and modern facilities. It is one of the UK's most beautiful and sustainable campuses, winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003.
University Park Campus covers 300 acres, with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and modern facilities. It is one of the UK's most beautiful and sustainable campuses, winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003.
Faculty of Sciences
3 years full-time
Qualification
BSc Hons
Entry requirements
ABB
UCAS code
B400
Faculty of Science
4 years full-time
Qualification
MSci Hons
Entry requirements
A*AA
UCAS code
F391
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
4 Years full-time
Qualification
MSci Hons
Entry requirements
AAB
UCAS code
C301
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