University of Cambridge
Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom · UCAS H810
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Magdalene
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
October 2027
UCAS code
H810
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Course Overview
Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at University of Cambridge in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Chemical engineers are highly sought in oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing and advanced process industries, with roles in process design, plant operations and R&D. Graduate schemes at BP, Shell, AstraZeneca, GSK and INEOS are typical entry points.
Student life (indicative)
Cambridge offers a quintessential UK student experience — beautiful architecture, river punting, celebrated student societies, and a lively town centre with great pubs, markets and cultural venues.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
22,565
Staff Ratio
10.0:1
International
32.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
84.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£51,350
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- Chemical process engineering
- Chemical engineering
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
22,565
Total students
Staff Ratio
10:1
Students per staff
International Students
32%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Cambridge offers a quintessential UK student experience — beautiful architecture, river punting, celebrated student societies, and a lively town centre with great pubs, markets and cultural venues.
- Cambridge offers a quintessential UK student experience — beautiful architecture, river punting, celebrated student societies, and a lively town centre with great pubs, markets and cultural venues.
What Students Love
- Historic city & heritage
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
84%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£51,350
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Chemical engineers are highly sought in oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing and advanced process industries, with roles in process design, plant operations and R&D. Graduate schemes at BP, Shell, AstraZeneca, GSK and INEOS are typical entry points.
- Chemical engineers are highly sought in oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing and advanced process industries, with roles in process design, plant operations and R&D.
- Graduate schemes at BP, Shell, AstraZeneca, GSK and INEOS are typical entry points.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Finance
- Technology
- Research
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
In the higher range for UK student costs — expect around $1,735/month (housing $1,040, food $360, transport $100). Remarkable value for one of the world's great academic cities.
- In the higher range for UK student costs — expect around $1,735/month (housing $1,040, food $360, transport $100).
- Remarkable value for one of the world's great academic cities.
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