Chemical

Engineering with
Process Control
MEng Honours

UCAS code H830 www.ncl.ac.uk/ug/H830

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 this professional qualification. This means you will not have
Chemical to undertake any further study on the route to chartered
status.
Engineering with Our three-year BEng degree can also lead to Chartered
Engineer status later in your career, though you will need to
Process Control undertake a further period of study, for example an
accredited or approved Master’s degree, or appropriate
MEng Honours further learning to Master’s level. A BEng is also suitable for
UCAS code H830 international students who don’t need British Chartered
Engineer status.
4 Years
Find out more
Find out more about the benefits of becoming a Chartered
Control engineers apply engineering principles
Engineer on the Engineering Council’s website.
to design, build, and manage computer-based
instrumentation and control systems used in Find out how to obtain Chartership through IChemE on
IChemE's Get Chartered website.
the manufacturing industry.
These help monitor chemical engineering processes What you will study
involved in producing a wide range of products, and give Flexible degree structure
manufacturers a competitive edge.
All of our Chemical Engineering degrees (except our Industry
This professionally accredited MEng Honours degree degree) cover the same study programme for the first three
introduces you to the state-of the-art in industrial modern years. This means that transfer between our degrees
control theory. (except the Industry degree) is possible up to the end of
Stage 3 should you find your interests change, providing you
You will gain chemical engineering knowledge alongside
achieve the appropriate academic standard.
specialist maths and computer skills needed for careers in
modern control engineering. Transfer to or from our Industry degree is also possible up
to the end of Stage 2, providing you achieve the appropriate
academic standard.
Highlights of this degree Core curriculum (first three years)
Quality and ranking We introduce you to core engineering, maths and science
At Newcastle you'll join a School of Chemical Engineering principles underpinning the design of a chemical engineering
and Advanced Materials with a long-standing reputation for process plant.
teaching quality and student support: You will learn everything from controlling chemical reaction
• top 10 in the UK in The Times/Sunday Times Good rates to using specialist computer software to solve
University Guide 2017 chemical and process engineering problems.
• a 91% overall student satisfaction score, ranking us Study topics include:
7th in the UK in the 2016 National Student Survey
• how to perform, measure, analyse and manipulate
Professional accreditation chemical reactions
• basic types of mass, heat and momentum transfer
Accreditations
• the design criteria for heat exchangers and other plant
All of our degrees are accredited by: equipment used in process plants
• Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) In the third year you bring all this knowledge together to
• Institute of Measurement and Control design a process plant in a team.
IChemE accreditation means our degrees meet the
Fourth year (MEng only)
standards set by the chemical engineering profession,
providing industry-wide recognition of the quality of your If you are studying an MEng degree, you take specialist
qualification. modules in your fourth year - see the Course Details.

BEng or MEng? Boost your employability with a work placement

Both our BEng degree and specialist MEng degrees provide Apply to spend 9 to 12 months on an optional work
a pathway to becoming a Chartered Chemical Engineer. placement between Stages 3 and 4. You can apply to
This is one of the most recognisable international spend your placement year with any organisation and will
engineering qualifications. receive University support to do so.

Our MEng degrees are considered a more direct route to You’ll gain first-hand experience of working in the sector,
becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) as they putting your learning into practice and developing your
completely satisfy the academic requirements to achieve professional expertise.

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It will extend your degree by a year and is subject to Teaching methods
availability, however it isn't available if you're spending a We use case-study-led teaching, so your learning has
year studying abroad. real-world relevance.
Find out more about Work Placements. Teaching is through a combination of:
Study abroad • lectures
• tutorials
Study abroad • seminars
In your final year you complete an individual design • computer practice sessions
project and substantial research project. • extensive practical laboratory work
With the agreement of the Degree Programme Director, UK • group work on case studies and design projects
and EU students can carry out a research project at one of Assessment methods
our partner universities in Europe or worldwide. Locations
You'll be assessed by a range of methods depending on the
include Australia and Singapore.
modules you study, including:
Facilities and support • class tests
As a chemical engineering student at Newcastle, you will join • laboratory reports
our School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced • multi-choice questions
Materials. • project reports
• oral presentations
Facilities • closed book examinations
Facilities include: • interviews
• a state-of-the-art BioLab, providing access to a range of Find out more
small scale unit operations and the latest equipment
Teaching and assessment methods may vary from module
• a recently upgraded pilot plant laboratory
to module. More information about each module including
• modern bench-top experimental equipment
specific assessment methods, credits and contact
• an interactive video teaching system
hours, can be found in the Course Details.
• high-specification fume cupboards for handling volatile
chemicals Visit our Teaching & Learning pages to read about the
• two dedicated computing suites, running specialised outstanding learning experience available to all students at
industry-standard computer software Newcastle University
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Defence Technical Undergraduate Scheme
Support (DTUS)
You'll be supported by a personal tutor throughout your Do you want to become a technical officer in the Royal
degree – an academic member of staff who can help with Navy, British Army, RAF or Defence Engineering and
academic and personal issues. Science Group when you graduate?

You'll also have access to a peer mentor in your first year – This degree is approved by the Defence Technical
a fellow student who can help you settle in and answer any Undergraduate Scheme (DTUS).
questions you have. DTUS is a sponsorship programme for students interested
in a scientific, engineering or technical career in the armed
Teaching and assessment
forces or the Ministry of Defence.
Industry-informed teaching Find out more on our Armed Forces page.
Newcastle students graduate fully equipped with the skills
they will need thanks to our strong links with industry
experts and focus on industry skills, including:

• problem-based learning for the first three years based

around industrial case studies – excellent preparation for
life as a professional engineer
• lectures delivered by practising industry experts
covering issues surrounding safety management and
environmental protection
• industry representation on our Board of Studies with
direct input into our degrees
• industry links with over 100 chemical engineering
companies, resulting in sponsorship and placement
opportunities and plant visits

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Course Details Stage 3
Compulsory modules
CME3008 Process Control 2
CME3032 Process Design and Economics
CME3033 Separation Processes 2
CME3034 Design for Process Safety
Modules for 2017 entry CME3035 Reactor Systems Engineering
CME3036 Process and Product Engineering
Please note
CME3039 Plant Design
The module and/or programme information below is
for 2017 entry. Modules may be amended on an annual CME3040 Chemical Engineering Laboratory II
basis to take account of changing staff expertise,
developments in the discipline, the requirements of
external bodies and partners, and student feedback.
Modules/programme information for 2018 entry will be Work Placement (optional)
published here as soon as it is available (end of May
2018). You can apply to spend 9 to 12 months on an optional
Our degrees are divided into Stages. Each Stage lasts for work placement between Stages 3 and 4. You can apply
an academic year and you need to complete modules to spend your placement year with any organisation and
totalling 120 credits by the end of each Stage. will receive University support to do so. It will extend your
degree by a year and is subject to availability. It isn't
available if you're spending a year studying abroad. Find
out more on about Work Placements.
If you choose this option, you will take the following:
Our degrees are divided into Stages. Each Stage lasts for NCL3000 Careers Service Placement Year Module
an academic year and you need to complete modules
totalling 120 credits by the end of each Stage.
Please be aware that programme modules do change and
therefore may differ for your year of entry. Stage 4
Compulsory modules
CME8103 Process Control 3 - Design of Robust Control
Stage 1 Algorithms
Compulsory modules CME8104 Process Control 4 - Design of Digital Control
Algorithms
CME1020 Chemistry
CME8117 MEng Research Project
CME1021 Thermodynamics
CME8120 Advanced Design Project
CME1023 Transfer Processes
CME8123 Advanced Process Control
CME1025 Principles of Chemical Engineering
Optional modules
CME1026 Computing and Numerical Methods
You select 10 credits from the following modules:
CME1027 Data Analysis in Process Industries
CME8038 Sustainable Industry
ENG1001 Engineering Mathematics 1
CME8107 Process Intensification
CME8119 Advanced Transport Processes
CME8124 Multivariate Methods
Stage 2
Compulsory modules
CME2022 Separation Processes 1
CME2023 Transfer Processes 2
Entry Requirements
CME2024 Reactor Engineering
CME2027 Chemistry 2
CME2028 Thermodynamics 2
CME2029 Process Measurement, Dynamics and Control All candidates are considered on an individual basis.
CME2030 Chemical Engineering Laboratory I If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our
CME2031 Safety, Risk and Engineering Practice additional entry requirements web pages to find out which
ENG2011 Engineering Mathematics II other qualifications are considered.
The entrance requirements below apply to 2018 entry.

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Advice on Maths and Science requirements Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
If you don’t think you will have the exact Mathematics and
International Baccalaureate
Science qualifications referred to in our entry requirements
by the time you need them, you may not be sure what to 37 points with Mathematics and Chemistry at Higher Level
do. We hope that the following will help. grade 6 or above. Physics required at Standard Level
grade 5 or above if not offered at Higher Level.
• If you already have, or are taking, the A level (or
equivalent) Maths and Science qualifications specified in Irish Leaving Certificate
our entry requirements, you should apply for stage 1 Candidates will normally only be considered for foundation
(First Year) entry of the engineering degree course in year entry. All applications will be considered on an
which you are interested individual basis.
• If you have a Maths qualification but will not have it at A
level (or equivalent) when you start your degree, you Access Qualifications
should apply for the relevant degree with Foundation Access Qualification in relevant area of engineering or
Year. We may give you the opportunity to take the physical science. Must include 45 level 3 credits at
Newcastle University Pre-Entry Maths Course* and the Distinction including 30 credits in maths and chemistry.
option to start in First Year if we think that this will be the
best route for you Grade B or 6 in GCSE Physics or Dual Award Science
required if Physics not offered at a higher level.
• If you have A level Maths (or equivalent) already but not at
the required grade, you should contact us for advice. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended
We may decide that you could be considered for Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3
Foundation Year entry, or it may be that our engineering Extended Diploma
courses are not the best options for you
Candidates will be considered for Foundation Year entry.
• If you will not have the equivalent of an A level in the
Please see Engineering with Foundation Year for specific
Science subject (if any) required, you should apply for the
entrance requirements.
relevant degree with Foundation Year.
If you are still not sure, do not worry. Cambridge Pre-U
Whatever you apply for, our Admissions Tutors will help you D3,D3,D3 in Principal Subjects including Mathematics and
decide which is the best route for you. They may therefore Chemistry and at least one of Further Mathematics, Physics
make you an offer for a different course (e.g. Foundation or Biology. GCSE Physics or Double Award Science
Year entry instead of First Year entry) from the one you (minimum Grade B or 6) required if Physics not offered at a
apply for. higher level.

Extended Project Qualification

(*The Newcastle University Pre-Entry Maths Course aims to
provide the requisite mathematical skills and concepts We welcome applications from students offering an
needed on our engineering degree courses and to prepare Extended Project and value the skills of research and
students for the modes of learning they will encounter. The independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you
materials for the course are delivered electronically and offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as
include opportunities to practise your skills. You study the part of your application profile, but we will not usually
materials in your own time and, when you are ready, you include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.
book your exam with the Engineering School to which you
PARTNERS - A Levels
have applied. A fee of £150 is payable at the time of
booking the exam or shortly before the date set for ABB including Mathematics and Chemistry and at least one
examination.) of Further Maths, Physics, IT or Biology but excluding
General Studies and Critical Thinking. For Biology,
A Levels Chemistry and Physics A levels, we require a pass in the
AAA including Mathematics and Chemistry and at least one practical element. GCSE Physics or Double Award Science
of Further Maths, Physics, IT or Biology but excluding (minimum Grade B or 6) required if Physics not offered at A
General Studies and Critical Thinking. For Biology, Level.
Chemistry and Physics A levels, we require a pass in the The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s
practical element. GCSE Physics or Double Award Science supported entry route for students from schools and
(minimum Grade B or 6) required if Physics not offered at A colleges in England. Find out more about the PARTNERS
level. Programme.
Scottish Qualifications PARTNERS - Pearson BTEC Level 3 National
AAA at Advanced Higher including Mathematics and Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical
Chemistry. Grade B in Higher Physics required if not offered Level 3 Extended Diploma
at Advanced Higher. Two Highers at the required grade (in Candidates will be considered for Foundation Year entry.
different subjects to those offered at Advanced Higher) may Please see Engineering with Foundation Year for specific
replace a third Advanced Higher. entrance requirements.

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The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s Our graduates are targeted by prestigious and high profile
supported entry route for students from schools and organisations from sectors including pharmaceuticals,
colleges in England. Find out more about the PARTNERS chemicals, energy, oil and gas, water, environment,
Programme. biotechnology and food and drink.

Foundation Year International opportunities are available for experienced

graduates with an interest in working outside the UK. Past
If you don’t have the right mathematics and/or science
graduates have built and run plants in the Far East,
qualifications for direct entry, you can take a Chemical
operated water treatment processes in the Gulf and
Engineering Foundation Year:
developed catalysts in Chicago.
• Chemical Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
Chemical Engineering is a degree that is well respected in
Honours (H814)
industry and commerce. The wide scope of the training and
• Chemical Engineering with Foundation Year MEng
skills you receive in your degree studies is highly valued by
Honours (H816)
many different organisations and opens up opportunities in
This will provide you with the knowledge you need to careers ranging from ground breaking research and
progress to one of our three- or four-year Chemical consultancy to business and management.
Engineering degrees.
Our extensive network of industry contacts and strong
English Language Requirements partnership with the University Careers Service enables us
Applicants whose first language is not English require a to equip our students with the necessary skills and
minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. experience to secure challenging and rewarding graduate
employment.
If you need help to meet our English Language
requirements, we can provide support with extra tuition. Find out more about the career options for Chemical
Engineering from Prospects: The UK's Official Careers
Read more about UK visas and immigration requirements. Website.
International Foundation Programmes For more information on careers in chemical engineering or
If you are an international student and you do not meet the industrial sponsorship, contact:
academic and English language requirements The Institution of Chemical EngineersTelephone: 01788 578
specified above, you should consider a preparation course 214Website: www.icheme.org
at INTO Newcastle University. Based on the University
campus, INTO Newcastle University offers a range of Royal Academy of EngineeringTelephone: 020 7222
courses, including International Foundation Programmes, 2688Website: www.raeng.org.uk/education
which will help to prepare you for study on one of our
degree programmes.

Other International Qualifications

ABB at A level is typically the minimum required for entry to What our graduates go on to do:
an undergraduate course. You can check the equivalent employment and further study
grades for qualifications offered in your country.
choices
See what our recent graduates went on to do and view
graduate destinations statistics. These statistics are based
on what graduates were doing on a specific date,
approximately six months after graduation. The most recent
Undergraduate Admissions Policy
data available is for graduates who completed their course
See our Admissions Policy 2017 Entry (PDF: 109 KB). in 2014/15.
See further policies related to admission. The destination data is available in varying levels, beginning
with the University and moving through Faculty and School
down to individual course reports. This final level may give
you some useful ideas about possible options after your
Careers course or a course you are considering.

Chemical Engineering careers Careers and employability at

Chemical engineers play a crucial role in many aspects of Newcastle
our everyday life. They are employed across a wide range of
Newcastle University consistently has one of the best
sectors helping with the management of resources, the
records for graduate employment in the UK.
protection of the environment and the control of health and
safety procedures, while developing and managing the
processes that make the products we desire or depend on.

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94% of our 2014/15 UK/EU graduates progressed to Tuition Fees (EU students)
employment or further study within six months of
graduating. *Please note:
The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK
Of our graduates who entered employment 85% were in a
(Home) students commencing studies in 2017-18 or
professional or managerial position. 2018-19 is set by the UK government.
We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to
students through an initiative called ncl+. This enables you increase in each subsequent academic year of your
to develop personal, employability and enterprise skills and course, subject to government regulations on fee
increases and in line with inflation.
to give you the edge in the employment market after you
graduate. See more information on all aspects of student
finance relating to Newcastle University.
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and
best in the country, and we have strong links with
employers.
Tuition Fees (International students)
2018 entry:
Fees & Funding Tuition fees for 2018-19 have not yet been confirmed.
2017 entry:
£17,935 per year
You will be charged tuition fees for each year of your
degree programme (unless you are on a shorter
Tuition Fees (UK students) exchange programme).
2018 entry*: If you spend a year on placement or studying abroad as
Tuition fees for 2018-19 have not yet been confirmed. part of your degree you may pay a reduced fee for that
Some of our degrees involve additional costs which are year.
not covered by your tuition fees. Please note that the tuition fee amount you will pay may
2017 entry*: increase slightly year on year as a result of inflation.
£9,250 in 2017-18 For programmes where you can See more information on all aspects of student finance
spend a year on a work placement or studying relating to Newcastle University.
abroad, you will receive a significant fee reduction for
that year. Some of our degrees involve additional
costs which are not covered by your tuition fees.*Please
note: Scholarships and Financial Support (UK
The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK students)
students is set by the UK government.
As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to You may be eligible for one of a range of Newcastle
increase in each subsequent academic year of your University Scholarships in addition to government financial
course, subject to government regulations on fee support.
increases and in line with inflation. Newcastle University Scholarships
See more information on all aspects of student Government financial support
finance relating to Newcastle University. There are also scholarships available for particular
subjects.

Tuition Fees (EU students)

Scholarships and Financial Support (EU
2018 entry*:
students)
Tuition fees for 2018-19 have not yet been confirmed.
EU students starting at Newcastle in 2018 will pay the UK You may be eligible for one of a range of Newcastle
(Home) tuition fee for the full duration of their University Scholarships in addition to government financial
course.Some of our degrees involve additional support.
costs which are not covered by your tuition fees. Newcastle University Scholarships
2017 entry*: Government financial support
£9,250 in 2017-18 There are also scholarships available for particular
EU students starting at Newcastle in 2017 will pay the UK subjects.
(Home) tuition fee for the full duration of their course.
For programmes where you can spend a year on a work
placement or studying abroad, you will receive a
significant fee reduction for that year.Some of our
degrees involve additional costs which are not covered
by your tuition fees.

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 Scholarships and Financial Support
(International students)
You may be eligible for a Vice Chancellor's
International Scholarship or an International Family
Discount (IFD).
There are also scholarships available for particular
subjects.

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• institution name - NEWC

• institution code - N21

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