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Chemical Engineering Degrees in Ireland

Study Chemical Engineering Degrees

Chemical engineering is the branch of engineering that is concerned with turning raw materials into useful products, for example food, drinks, metals, and beauty products. You will utilise chemistry, physics, mathematics and economics to use, transform and transport chemicals, materials and energy.

An undergraduate degree in chemical engineering will give you a foundation of knowledge in the area. You will study modules on material science, organic chemistry and physical chemistry, among others. Throughout your degree, you will develop your practical skills and theoretical knowledge, preparing you for employment.

Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as practical and laboratory sessions. You may be required to take part in a work placement module or year.

Study in Ireland

With a reputation for being one of the worlds friendliest countries, Ireland would be a great choice for an international student. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in Ireland, who are welcoming more and more international students into their communities each year. Several of the universities in Ireland are ranked in the QS World University rankings, which displays the country's ability to offer a top quality university education to students from all over the world.

Chemical Engineering degrees in Ireland in 2024

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Engineering, Process and Chemical BE (Hons)

University College Cork (UCC) Ireland

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Want to see postgraduate courses? See postgraduate degrees in Chemical Engineering in Ireland

Don't meet the entry requirements for these courses? Learn more about pathway programme options.

Learn more about Chemical Engineering courses in our detailed subject guide.

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