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Chemical and process engineering

Start your masters journey today at a safe, green campus university, under 35 minutes from Central London. From process systems to sustainable energy, our programmes allow you to develop the skills and experience that you need and industry wants.
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Key statistics

94%
of our postgraduate chemical and process engineering graduates are employed.

Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA.

£1.7m
Fluor pilot plant

Industry standard facilities to put theory into practice.

17th
in the world for petroleum engineering.

QS World University Subject Rankings 2024

Scholarships and awards

A total of £6 million has been dedicated to a range of scholarships and awards to support international students, regardless of where you are from or what you are looking to study.

Apply now for 2025

Discover our masters courses in chemical and process engineering starting in September 2025.

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"I feel at home here"

See, hear and be inspired by what our diverse community of students have to say about their Surrey experience.

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"I feel at home here"

See, hear and be inspired by what our diverse community of students have to say about their Surrey experience.

Why students love us

Testimonials

  • "Now that I have completed my masters course, I feel well-equipped for a career in the process industry. I’ve been exposed to the key concepts and operations of the process industry, learning from experienced lecturers and visiting academics from industry, which has enabled me to gain the knowledge and technical skills I came here for."
    Chinelo Benedine Ndunaka Process Systems Engineering MSc Student profile

  • "As a postgraduate student at Surrey, one of the best things about life here is the strong emphasis on personal and professional development. The university offers various career services, including workshops and networking events that are designed for postgraduate students and very useful to make connections in your field."

    Léa P. Process Systems Engineering MSc Student profile
  • "One of the best things was the real world focus: we had some excellent guest speakers from industry and got the chance to see a solar plant during the Solar Energy Technology module."
    Tuntika Lertaneksin Renewable Energy Systems Engineering MSc Student profile

Campus and beyond

Start planning your adventure with a range of information about university life at Surrey.

We're here to help

We know choosing where to study is a big decision, and questions will come up along the way. The FAQs below cover the most common queries, but if you need further support, our friendly team is here to help.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get a prospectus?
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The most up-to-date and detailed information on the courses we offer and related matters is available on our postgraduate degree pages, but you can view our digital postgraduate prospectus too.

What are the fees for my chosen course?
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Please see our tuition fees section for the latest information on our fees.

Is there a September intake as well as February?
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All of our courses start in September and some also have a February intake. Please visit the programme webpage to check the availability of your chosen programme.

What are the English language requirements?
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The score or level of English language required varies between courses. Please visit the individual postgraduate degree pages to see the requirements for each one.

The qualifications we can accept as evidence of English language ability are available on our English language requirements page.

If you are an international student planning to study on a degree course with us but don't meet our initial English language requirements, you may benefit from our pre-sessional English language courses. You can find further information about these courses on the Pre-sessional English language courses webpage.

Can you accept my international qualifications?
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If you have taken or are taking non-UK based qualifications, please check our international students pages for information on the entry requirements from your country.

If your country isn’t listed, contact the Admissions team for more information.

How do I apply?
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For postgraduate taught programmes, you apply directly to us through the relevant course page. Take a look at our how to apply guide for all the information you need to apply to Surrey.

What sources of funding are available?
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Take a look at our scholarships and bursaries page to explore funding opportunities which you may be eligible for.

What masters programmes do you offer?
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Take a look at our list of postgraduate programmes. You’ll find detailed information on each course. 

What are the job prospects for Surrey graduates?
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There is some information on all of our course pages about the sorts of careers that people go on to in the ‘Career opportunities’ section. 

What is the deadline for applying?
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You can find the deadline for each intake on the relevant course page. Scroll down to the apply section and you’ll see the closing dates.

Can I use an education agent to apply?
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Yes, you can. You can find Agents on the relevant country page on our website. If you are considering using an education agent to support your Surrey journey, check out the British Council's Student Guide To Choosing An Education Agent

Disclaimer: University of Surrey has a commercial relationship with its network of education agents. A placement fee is paid to overseas representatives, who successfully enrol international students.