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What is Chemical Engineering?

Chemical Engineering is about changing raw materials into valuable everyday products in a cost-effective and safe manner (think ice-cream, food/drink, clothing, pharmaceuticals, artificial limbs, cellphones, pet foods, fuel - the list is endless!).

Society needs chemical engineers, to safely develop new processes and products in such a way that they help manage resources whilst also ensuring to protect the environment

Have YOU Got What it Takes?

Are you :

  • bright?
  • motivated?
  • able to work on your own or in a team?
  • a good communicator?
  • interested in a challenge?

Why Choose Strathclyde?

New experiences, expanding horizons, fresh opportunities - Strathclyde will give you knowledge and skills that are vital within our fast-changing world, within a friendly and diverse student population.

We are a very supportive community, with enthusiastic and committed staff and an international body of students who manage not only to study effectively but also to have a thriving social life!

The Department is proud of its long tradition and high reputation for educating chemical engineers. All our courses are accredited by our professional body, the Institution of Chemical Engineers. We are particularly proud of our graduates, who have an excellent record of achievement and who are employed in a range of occupations - an engineering degree from Strathclyde is in demand throughout the world.

Our Graduates work in :

  • large multinational companies such as the oil & gas giants Exxon and BP,
  • major pharmaceutical companies such as GSK, and Pfizer
  • intermediate chemical manufacturers including Rohm & Hass,
  • food companies such as Nestle
  • Specialists companies making paper, whisky
  • Management consultancies

Further Information


Nicola Urquhart

"I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the Chemical Engineering Department. Although challenging, the course is interesting and varied and has stood me in good stead for the transition from university to industry. I chose to spend my summers in industry, working for both Esso and Shell, which enhanced my understanding of chemical engineering and industry and helped me find graduate employment as a production engineer for Shell in Aberdeen."

MEng Chemical Engineering

Find out more information about Chemical Engineering (External link to IChemE website)