The BE (Hons) (Process and Chemical) Engineering at University College Cork is designed for ambitious students eager to address critical global needs in areas such as pharmaceuticals, food production, and sustainable energy. Process and chemical engineering is fundamental to developing solutions for health and wellbeing, energy provision, and waste management. You will explore how to design, modify, and operate complex industrial processes, gaining a deep understanding of core principles like fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering. This undergraduate degree provides a robust pathway into a vital engineering discipline.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, immersing you in a curriculum that progresses from foundational engineering computation and chemistry to advanced topics like process design, control, and optimisation. You will engage in practical laboratory work, tackle real-world engineering challenges, and undertake a significant design project in your final year. Graduates are prepared for diverse career opportunities in the bio/pharmaceuticals, food and drinks, and energy sectors, equipped with the skills for roles in process design, plant operation, and research and development.