Overview

Help global industries create a healthier and more sustainable future. This Chemical Engineering Science degree offered by the University of Birmingham will give you the skills and knowledge for a research career in industry and academia.

Key facts

This is a strongly research-orientated qualification and provides excellent training for further research in industry or academia.

At Birmingham, we prepare our researchers to make an impact across every sector of society. Our PhD graduates are global change-makers: advancing knowledge, shaping policy, leading industries, and educating future generations.

You'll benefit from dedicated careers support tailored to your unique paths. Our expert team of Careers Advisers, including a dedicated postgraduate research adviser, offer one-to-one guidance to help researchers navigate career decisions both within and beyond academia.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one to one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioseparations

Cell Factories

Chemical NanoEngineering

Design and Development of Drug Delivery Systems

Explosion Science, Prevention and Protection

Additive manufacturing and 3D printing for healthcare applications

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-03 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National

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If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering View 54 other Masters in Chemical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

2:1 Honours Degree in a relevant subject plus substantial relevant industrial experience or a lower degree plus an MSc

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

29310 GBP / year

≈ 29310 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5181 GBP / year

≈ 5181 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK part-time: £2,591

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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