Students on certain degrees will incur some additional costs not covered by their tuition fees. These could be for things like specialist equipment, study materials and textbooks, work placements, graduation, membership of relevant organisations or costs related to carrying out fieldwork.
For students on course with an element of fieldwork, there may also be extra costs for travel and accommodation.
Note: The library will hold some copies of the textbooks but not enough for every student. Students can purchase second hand copies when possible or use older versions if advised by the module coordinator. Students can also sell their copies after the course. This helps manage the cost.
Year 1
Laboratory equipment (Mandatory)
You will be required to purchase a Howie laboratory coat and other PPE which is estimated at c.£25.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
Institute Membership (Optional)
You are encouraged to join the Institution of Chemical Engineers during your studies. This is c.£25 per annum for students.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Year 2
Laboratory equipment (Mandatory)
You will be required to purchase a Howie laboratory coat and other PPE which is estimated at c.£25 if you have not already done so.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
Institute Membership (Optional)
You are encouraged to join the Institution of Chemical Engineers during your studies. This is c.£25 per annum for students.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Year 3
Laboratory equipment (Mandatory)
You will be required to purchase a Howie laboratory coat and other PPE which is estimated at c.£25 if you have not already done so.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
Institute Membership (Optional)
You are encouraged to join the Institution of Chemical Engineers during your studies. This is c.£25 per annum for students.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Graduation fees (Optional for those exiting with BEng award)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from external suppliers.
Year 4 - BEng(Hons)
Laboratory equipment (Mandatory)
You will be required to purchase a Howie laboratory coat and other PPE which is estimated at c.£25 if you have not already done so.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
Institute Membership (Optional)
You are encouraged to join the Institution of Chemical Engineers during your studies. This is c.£25 per annum for students.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Dissertation (Mandatory)
Your final year dissertation is a core and mandatory piece of research undertaken in your final year of studies. Printing your dissertation (bound copies) will incur a cost. Depending upon the size of the dissertation and the content it can cost anything between £15-40.
Graduation fees (Optional for those exiting with BEng (Hons) award)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from external suppliers.
Year 5 - MEng(Hons)
Laboratory equipment (Mandatory)
You will be required to purchase a Howie laboratory coat and other PPE which is estimated at c.£25 if you have not already done so.
Technology & equipment (Optional)
Although not essential, it is recommended that you have access to your own mid- high-end tablet or laptop / desktop computer to help with learning and assessments. Costs are variable depending upon specifications, but may cost around £200 upwards. This should last for the duration of your studies.
Institute Membership (Optional)
You are encouraged to join the Institution of Chemical Engineers during your studies. This is c.£25 per annum for students.
Books & printed material (Optional)
You are encouraged to use the library for all reading materials (some will be available digitally also). However, you may choose to purchase some or all of the recommended textbooks. Given the availability of library and online resources and individual preferences, costs will be variable.
Photocopying (Optional)
All modules are available on our VLE (Moodle) and therefore notes are available digitally. Some assessments require hardcopy submission and may incur small printing costs. It is estimated that over the course of the year, you may spend c.£20 on photocopying. This is not essential and you may choose to spend more, or less according to your needs.
Stationary costs (Optional)
Small costs associated with stationary requirements may be incurred throughout the year but these depend on personal needs and preferences. As a guide, it is estimated that you may spend c.£20 per session on stationary.
Dissertation (Mandatory)
Your final year dissertation is a core and mandatory piece of research undertaken in your final year of studies. Printing your dissertation (bound copies) will incur a cost. Depending upon the size of the dissertation and the content it can cost anything between £15-40.
Graduation fees (Mandatory)
These fees are set annually by the University and are subject to review. For session 19/20 these were set at £10 Registration Fee. Academic dress and official photography (optional) for graduation ceremonies is hired and arranged respectively from external suppliers.