Prospective Students

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at Cambridge enjoys a reputation for excellence in its teaching and research, regularly topping national league tables. The department is small enough for everyone to know each other, but large enough to provide excellent facilities ranging from state-of-the-art research equipment to a communal tea-room.

Undergraduate Courses in Chemical Engineering BA/MEng

Undergraduate prize winners

The Chemical Engineering Tripos is a fully IChemE accredited 4-year undergraduate course leading to BA and MEng qualifications, with the option to graduate after three years with the BA degree. The Department has strong links with industry and graduates of the course are very much in demand.

Postgraduate PhD & MPhil
Research & Taught Courses

group of PhD students

Graduate students of the highest calibre from all over the world study in this department, following either a PhD research programme in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology or one of the Master's level professional practice courses that provide training in science as well as business and management.

Due to lack of space, we regret that we do not generally offer internships. However, applications from outstanding, self-funded applicants may be considered on a case by case basis.