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Chemical Engineering  (NCW2)

BE (NFQ Level 8) · Academic Year 2025/2026
School
School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering
Attendance
Full Time
Level
Undergraduate
NFQ Level
8
Award
Bachelor of Engineering
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Programme Director
Assoc Professor Eoin Syron
Overall Programme Credits:
240
Programme Credits:
Stage 1
Core/Option: 55 Electives: 5
Stage 2
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 3
Core/Option: 60 Electives: 0
Stage 4
Core/Option: 60 Electives: 0
Major/Minor Core & Option Credits:
Stage 4: 50

Curricular information is subject to change.

In Stage 4 of the 5-year Integrated ME Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering Programme students take 60 Credits; typically with a balanced workload of 30 credits in each semester. All students will undertake a 30-credit Professional Work Experience in Semester Two.

Our objective is to offer an internationally-accredited, integrated masters-level degree in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering.



The Integrated ME degree programme in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering, operating at the interface between engineering and the basic sciences, seeks to develop ethical Engineers capable of assuming roles of responsibility within the Chemical Engineering and allied sectors in Ireland and internationally.



Engineering values good judgment, achieved by the critical application of mathematical and scientific principles, integrated into a framework of best practice, imbued with good social, environmental and ethical principles. UCD Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering graduates are prepared to meet these demands, through the structure and content of the degree programme.



We foster an environment of engaged learning, using both traditional and novel teaching methods, supported by experience and evidence-based research. There are structured opportunities for students to study and practice as individuals and also in small groups, with ample opportunity for constructive feedback.  Where appropriate, learning is embedded with state-of-the-art knowledge derived from staff research activities and expertise.


1 - PO1. Knowledge and Understanding Advanced knowledge and understanding of the mathematics, sciences, data science, analytics, and other technologies underpinning Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering.
2 - PO2. Problem Analysis The ability to identify, formulate and analyse complex Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering problems.
3 - PO3. Design The ability to design innovative solutions to complex Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering problems.
4 - PO4. Investigation The ability to investigate, experiment and apply standard and specialised research methods.
5 - PO5. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities Understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities towards people and the environment in the practice of engineering.
6 - PO6. Teamwork and Lifelong Learning The ability to work effectively independently and in diverse and inclusive teams, and to prepare for lifelong learning.
7 - PO7. Communication The ability to communicate effectively on complex engineering activities to diverse audiences.
8 - PO8. Engineering Management Knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and financial decision-making relevant to Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering and an ability to apply these to one’s own work and to the management of projects.

Stage 4

This major is offered in tandem with NLI2 Biochemical Engineering Minor Stage 4.

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 4 Core Modules - Biochemical Engineering
CHEN40110 Facility Design and Operation Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Biochemical Engineering
CHEN40570 Chemical & Bioproc Systems Eng Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Chemical Engineering
CHEN40150 Advanced Separation Processes Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Chemical Engineering
CHEN40160 Advanced Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules - Chemical Engineering
CHEN40620 Advanced Process Design Autumn  10
Stage 4 Core Modules - Chemical Engineering
CHEN40680 CBE Work Placement Log Book Spring  10
Stage 4 Core Modules - Chemical Engineering
CHEN40690 CBE Work Placement Knowledge Spring  10
Stage 4 Core Modules - Chemical Engineering
CHEN40740 CBE Work Placement I Spring  10

See the UCD Assessment website for further details, including worked examples of how degree award GPAs are calculated

Module Weighting Info
 
  Award GPA
Programme Module Weightings Rule Description Description >= <=
BHENG001 Stage 4 - 70.00%
Stage 3 - 30.00%
Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20

Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67

Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07

Pass

2.00

2.47