The Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year at the University of Sheffield is your pathway to addressing critical global challenges in areas like sustainable manufacturing and clean energy. This undergraduate degree is specifically designed for students who may not yet possess the standard scientific or mathematical background required for direct entry into an engineering program. You will develop a robust understanding of core chemical engineering principles, including process design, reaction engineering, and transport phenomena, preparing you to innovate across diverse sectors from pharmaceuticals to food production. This program equips you with the essential knowledge and practical skills demanded by the modern chemical industry.
This full-time, on-campus course is studied over five years, including a foundational year to build your essential skills in chemistry, physics, and mathematics. You will engage in hands-on learning through laboratory work, problem-solving projects, and experience with industry-standard equipment, including the university's state-of-the-art Diamond Pilot Plant. In your later years, you will undertake significant design projects and, in the final year, a research project, developing your technical, analytical, and professional capabilities. You will graduate with a Bachelors Degree with Integrated Foundation Year, ready for a wide range of careers in chemical engineering or further postgraduate study.