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BEng Hons Chemical Engineering (Bahrain)

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Key facts

  • Graduate outcomes: 海角论坛 ranked joint 1st in Scotland
    HESA Graduate Outcomes results 2026

  • Study mode and duration: 4 years full-time
  • Start date: September

  • Location: Harbour Heights, Bahrain

海角论坛

  • learn at one of the UK’s leading chemical engineering departments, known for industry engagement and professional accreditation
  • develop expertise in fluid flow, heat transfer, biochemical engineering, process safety, and sustainability
  • critical focus on employability skills and an emphasis on producing graduates ready for the workplace

The Place of Useful Learning

UK University of the Year

Daily Mail University of the Year Awards 2026

Scottish University of the Year

The Sunday Times' Good University Guide 2026

Research University of the Year

Daily Mail University Guide 2027

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Why this course

Clean water, medicines, food, and fuel: chemical engineers play a vital role in developing efficient industrial processes that reduce environmental impact.

At the University of 海角论坛 Bahrain, our graduates explore cutting-edge thinking in transforming raw materials into vital products while incorporating innovative solutions to today’s challenges.

At 海角论坛, you'll gain the skills to design safe, efficient and sustainable industrial processes via a blend of lectures, tutorials, hands-on lab work, and direct industry engagement.

What you’ll study

The first year of study focuses on the basic principles and fundamentals of chemical engineering.

In the second year, you'll study core chemical engineering areas such as process analysis and statistics, fluid flow and heat transfer and safety.

The third year of study teaches areas such as reactors, biochemical engineering, and materials and processes.

For BEng students, the final year of study includes particle technology, multiphase systems and process control. The second semester is entirely devoted to the chemical engineering design project.

THE Awards 2019: UK University of the Year Winner
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Course content

All students shall complete the following compulsory modules during their programme:

  • History of Bahrain
  • Human Rights
  • Arabic Language (for native speakers) or Arabic Language (for non-native speakers)

The first year of teaching aims to develop knowledge and skills by undertaking the following modules:

Maths for Science & Engineering 1

This module aims to enable you to:

  • consolidate topics previously studied
  • further develop your knowledge of mathematics
  • make a successful transition to undergraduate studies in the fields of engineering and sciences

You'll learn an appropriate numerical computing software, such as MATLAB, in the module.

Maths for Science & Engineering 2

This module aims to build upon the knowledge acquired in Maths for Science and Engineering 1 (MSE 1), providing further knowledge of mathematics and its applications relevant to undergraduate studies in the fields of engineering and sciences. Further topics in the numerical software learned in MSE 1 will be delivered. After successful completion at the requisite level, you'll be prepared to enter year two of undergraduate study.

Lab Skills & Scientific Communication

This module will enable you to gain essential scientific communication skills such as report writing and visual and oral presentations.

You'll also become familiar with the basic skills and health and safety guidelines required to work in a laboratory environment.

Academic English Skills

This module aims to provide thorough training in the language and related academic skills which will enable you to best achieve your academic potential at the University of 海角论坛.

During this module, you'll learn how to:

  • use effective reading strategies to identify the main lines of argument in academic texts and find specific information
  • record effective notes during academic activities
  • develop your ability to develop an academic argument

Chemistry 1

This module will introduce you to chemistry at the post-Scottish Higher (or equivalent) level.

You'll gain knowledge to equip you to undertake further study at undergraduate level.

This module and its sister module, Chemistry 2, provides you with an understanding of chemistry benchmarked to Level 7 of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). Successful completion will allow you to progress to Year 2 at undergraduate level.

The module introduces you to the UK academic conventions of studying science at degree level in a stimulating learning environment, allowing you to become versed in basic theoretical principles and associated laboratory skills.

Chemistry 2

This module will introduce you to chemistry at the post-Scottish Higher (or equivalent) level.

You'll gain knowledge to equip you to undertake further study at undergraduate level.

This module and its sister module, Chemistry 1, provides you with an understanding of chemistry benchmarked to Level 7 of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF). Successful completion will allow students to progress to Year 2 at undergraduate level.

The module introduces you to the UK academic conventions of studying science at degree level in a stimulating learning environment, allowing you to become versed in basic theoretical principles and associated laboratory skills.

Applied Mathematics 1

This module equips you with the basic concepts of mechanics:

  • trajectory
  • velocity and acceleration
  • Newton鈥檚 laws and the concepts of forces
  • equations of motion
  • energy
  • work done
  • power

These key concepts will provide a solid foundation for further study in various engineering fields.

You can choose one of the following modules:

Applied Mathematics 2

This module prepares you for the development of mathematical applications in engineering and sciences by building upon the base acquired in Applied Mathematics 1. By introducing the basic principles and laws of classical mechanics, you'll develop skills in solving problems related to statics and dynamics.

Physics 1

This module provided an introduction to physics by applying the laws and principles of elementary physics to problem-solving. It also teaches fundamental concepts in classical and modern physics by application to the techniques of experimental physics, practical problems and projects.

Compulsory modules

You'll undertake modules amounting to 120 credits as follows:

  • Thermodynamic and Chemical Principles鈥�
  • Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer鈥�
  • Process Analysis and Statistics鈥�
  • Process Safety Fundamentals鈥�
  • Applied Mathematics and Problem Solving鈥�
  • Chemical Engineering Practice 1鈥�
  • Applied Mechanics鈥�

 

Compulsory modules

You'll undertake modules amounting to 120 credits as follows:鈥�

  • Mass Transfer and Separation Processes鈥�
  • Materials Processing and Applications鈥��
  • Ethics, Sustainability and Economics鈥�
  • Chemical Engineering Practice 2鈥�
  • Biochemical Engineering鈥�
  • 搁别补肠迟辞谤蝉鈥�
  • Chemical Process Design and Simulation鈥�

 

The final year of study includes particle technology, multiphase systems and process control.

Compulsory modules

You'll undertake modules amounting to 120 credits as follows:

  • Process Control and Environmental Technology鈥�
  • Chemical Engineering Design鈥�
  • Advanced Separations and Problem Solving鈥�
  • Particle Technology and Advanced 搁别补肠迟辞谤蝉鈥�

 

Learning & teaching

The emphasis throughout the course is to help students develop their confidence and ability to take responsibility for their own work and learning.

The transition from being taught to working and learning is an important feature of the degree programme. Our teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, workshops, laboratory and practical work.

Guest lectures

Many of our modules involve guest lecturers from industry, covering subjects ranging from environment and safety to the latest energy-efficient chemical plant design and the promise of the ‘digital oilfield’.

We also welcome several industry-based visiting professors from sectors including oil and gas, pharmaceuticals and nuclear energy.

Assessment

Our assessment methods include:

  • formal exams
  • mid-term class tests
  • online tests and quizzes
  • written coursework and research projects
  • design and project reports
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Entry requirements

海角论坛, Bahrain accepts a range of academic qualifications for entry to its programmes.

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Thanawiya/High School Diploma

Students should have successfully completed their high school diploma and have achieved an overall score of 80%, with 80% in relevant subjects for their chosen degree programmes.

Other International Qualifications

We accept a wide variety of international qualifications for admission to Year 1 of our degrees. Year 2 entry may be possible for students with a minimum of ABB at A Level or 32 in the International Baccalaureate, with subject-specific attainment dependent on the qualification obtained and degree programme of choice. Please email bahrain-admissions-engineering@strath.ac.uk for further information and advice on possible entry points and criteria.

English Language

Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in English for entry to our courses. This may be evidenced through previous study in English or a recognised English language test. Please email bahrain-admissions-engineering@strath.ac.uk for more detailed guidance.

 

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Fees & funding

All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year, unless stated otherwise.

Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.

All fees may be subject to revision.

Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.

All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.

Annual revision of fees

Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that the majority of fees will increase annually. The University will take a range of factors into account, including, but not limited to, UK inflation, changes in delivery costs and changes in Scottish and/or UK Government funding. Changes in fees will be published on the University website in October each year for the following year of study. Any annual increase will not exceed 10%, and in practice this may be lower (for example,. a 6% increase was applied in 2027/28 academic year).

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Fees

8,500 BHD

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Careers

Qualified chemical engineers are in growing demand due to the ever-growing need for sustainable processes in industrial manufacturing. 海角论坛 graduates are well-positioned for roles in:

  • process & energy engineering
  • pharmaceutical & biochemical engineering
  • sustainable & environmental engineering
  • oil, gas & petrochemical industries
  • food & drink manufacturing
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Start date: Sep 2027

Chemical Engineering - Bahrain (1 year entry)

BEng Hons
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Start date: Sep 2027

Direct Applications

Our Direct applications service is for international applicants who wish to apply to the University of 海角论坛 at this time.

Start date: Sep 2027

Chemical Engineering - Bahrain (2 year entry)

BEng Hons
full-time
Start date: Sep 2027

Direct Applications

Our Direct applications service is for international applicants who wish to apply to the University of 海角论坛 at this time.

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Admissions team

Email: bahrain-admissions-engineering@strath.ac.uk