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Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology

  • Director of Studies Dr Mick Mantle
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The course aims to produce engineers that meet the current needs of the process industry with a strong emphasis on applying science to solve real-world problems.

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Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology is a broad discipline involving elements of chemistry, physics, biochemistry, biotechnology, materials science and mechanical engineering, and applying these to concepts such as economics, healthcare, safety, the environment and sustainability.

Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology at Cambridge is a four-year course and students will join the Department in year one and progress to either, year 3 where they can leave with a B.A.(Hons) degree or, year 4 and leave with a M.Eng. degree.

Both current B.A. (Hons) and M.Eng. courses are accredited at the appropriate level by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE). This means that after graduation and 4 years of relevant experience, students can apply for Chartered Engineer status without taking more exams.

You can find further information about studying Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology on the University's course . Detailed information is also available on the Department's Prospective Undergraduates .

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What are we looking for?

Our four-year undergraduate course will teach you the scientific principles that underpin chemical engineering and biotechnology, and their application to real-world systems. The course has a new structure, with the first entrants starting in October 2023. The course deliberately aims to integrate chemical engineering and biotechnology together, rather than these being viewed as separate topics. 

We seek individuals who are highly motivated and have a strong technical inclination with a penchant for innovative and unconventional thinking,  You should have a passion for adopting a scientific approach to engineering products and processes that prioritise environmental friendliness and sustainability. By pursuing the Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology BA/MEng program, you will acquire the necessary skills to meet the demands of modern process and biotechnology sectors. 

Entry Requirements

Please consult the University's  for further information.

Applications

Please consult our Applying page regarding the application process (deadlines, written work, assessments, interviews, etc). You may also wish to consult the website. 

You can also find useful information on our Application FAQs page.