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Queen's University Belfast

Chemical Engineering

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom · UCAS H802

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
£25,300 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£9,790 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
H802

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Chemical engineers are highly sought in oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing and advanced process industries, with roles in process design, plant operations and R&D. Graduate schemes at BP, Shell, AstraZeneca, GSK and INEOS are typical entry points.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Belfast is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
25,080
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
22.0%

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary
£30,810
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£25,300
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

Chemical engineering

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
25,080
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
22%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool maritime
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Belfast is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues.
  • The student community is central to city life.

What Students Love

  • Historic city & heritage
  • Active pub & club scene
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Rich arts & cultural scene

University Stats

Total Students25,080
Student-to-Staff Ratio14:1
International Students22%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary
£30,810
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Chemical engineers are highly sought in oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing and advanced process industries, with roles in process design, plant operations and R&D.
  • Graduate schemes at BP, Shell, AstraZeneca, GSK and INEOS are typical entry points.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Engineering
  • Finance

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£25,300
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£25,300per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£9,790per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£692/mo
Food & Groceries£282/mo
Transport£67/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,207
Annual living costs£14,494/yr