DiscoverChemEng
School students
Are you ready to be the change?
As a chemical engineer you will be able to combine your passion for science and maths, channel your creative side, collaborate with people from other disciplines and work towards solving the world’s most pressing issues.
What is chemical engineering?
Chemical engineers develop, improve and innovate sustainable processes to transform raw materials into a wide range of everyday products. Such processes are designed to be safe, environmentally friendly and cost-effective. Examples include production of medicines, design of systems to store hydrogen energy, food production and manufacturing of fibres to be used in the fashion industry.
Why would I want to be a chemical engineer?
Find out how chemical engineers are playing a significant role in delivering the United Nation’s Global Goals, helping communities all over the world to have access to energy, food, water, healthcare and more.
Undergraduate chemical engineers
Find out about the exciting work that chemical engineer undergraduates are involved with at university.
Inspirational chemical engineers
Find out about the different career paths that inspirational chemical engineers have taken.
University courses and entry requirements
Find out more about studying chemical engineering at university.
Chemical engineering frequently asked questions
Get all your questions about a career in chemical engineering answered.