ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Chemical Engineering
A comprehensive three-year, 360-credit qualification by ICTQual AB covering advanced chemical engineering principles including process design, thermodynamics, reaction engineering, and materials science for industry-ready professionals.
Course Features
The ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Chemical Engineering offers a structured three-year programme with 360 credits, combining theoretical instruction, practical labs, industry placements, and a capstone project.
- Awarding Body: ICTQual AB
- Total Credits: 360 Credits
- Duration: Three Years
- Total Study Units: 36 Units across three progressive years
- Assessment: Assignment-based assessment aligned to learning outcomes
- Delivery: Theoretical instruction, practical activities, and industrial placement
About This Course
The ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Chemical Engineering is a comprehensive, three-year programme designed for individuals seeking to advance their career in the field of chemical engineering. With a total of 360 credits, this qualification equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to excel in various roles within the industry. Whether building on existing qualifications or pursuing a new career path, this diploma provides a robust foundation for future success.
Covers 36 study units spanning three years of progressive learning
Integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical activities
Includes an industrial placement to build real-world competency
Features a Capstone Project integrating skills from across the curriculum
Prepares graduates for advanced roles across multiple engineering sectors
Recognised qualification issued by ICTQual AB, an internationally operating awarding body
What You'll Learn
The programme delivers a broad set of learning outcomes across all 36 units, ensuring graduates possess both foundational and advanced chemical engineering competencies.
Understand core chemical engineering principles including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and reaction engineering
Apply material and energy balance techniques to analyse and optimise chemical processes
Design safe and efficient chemical processes and plants using industry-standard methods
Use process modelling, simulation software, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools
Apply process safety, risk management, and environmental sustainability practices
Develop project management, professional, and research skills through capstone and placement work
Who Should Attend?
This qualification is ideal for individuals who are passionate about chemistry, engineering, and problem-solving, and who wish to build or advance a professional career in chemical engineering.
Aspiring chemical engineers seeking advanced technical knowledge and a formal Level 6 qualification
Engineering graduates from related disciplines wishing to specialise in chemical engineering
Technicians and operators already working in the chemical, pharmaceutical, or energy industries
Professionals seeking formal recognition of their experience through an accredited qualification
Individuals looking to progress to postgraduate study or professional chartership (e.g., IChemE)
Career changers with a science or engineering background seeking entry into chemical engineering
Course Content
Explore the comprehensive ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Chemical Engineering course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.
Unit 2 – Basic Thermodynamics
Unit 3 – Mathematics for Chemical Engineers
Unit 4 – Fluid Mechanics
Unit 5 – Material and Energy Balances
Unit 6 – Introduction to Process Control
Unit 7 – Chemistry for Chemical Engineers
Unit 8 – Introduction to Reaction Engineering
Unit 9 – Engineering Drawing and CAD
Unit 10 – Professional Skills Development
Unit 11 – Heat and Mass Transfer Fundamentals
Unit 12 – Chemical Engineering Principles
Unit 13 – Advanced Thermodynamics
Unit 14 – Heat Transfer
Unit 15 – Mass Transfer Operations
Unit 16 – Chemical Process Design
Unit 17 – Industrial Chemistry
Unit 18 – Process Systems Engineering
Unit 19 – Fluid Dynamics and Flow Systems
Unit 20 – Reaction Engineering
Unit 21 – Environmental Engineering
Unit 22 – Process Control and Automation
Unit 23 – Process Modelling and Simulation
Unit 24 – Engineering Materials
Unit 25 – Advanced Process Control
Unit 26 – Process Safety and Risk Management
Unit 27 – Chemical Plant Design
Unit 28 – Sustainable Chemical Engineering
Unit 29 – Separation Technology
Unit 30 – Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Unit 31 – Advanced Materials Science
Unit 32 – Process Optimisation
Unit 33 – Industrial Placement / Internship
Unit 34 – Capstone Project
Unit 35 – Project Management for Chemical Engineers
Unit 36 – Biochemical Engineering
Course Requirements
Applicants are expected to meet the entry requirements set by ICTQual AB and the approved training centre, either through prior academic qualifications or relevant work experience.
A relevant Level 5 qualification in chemical engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent academic background
Alternatively, candidates with a minimum of 6 years of verified work experience in chemical engineering or a closely related field may be eligible for the experiential route
Assessments
The ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Chemical Engineering is assessed through a flexible, competency-based model with two recognised routes to certification.
Written assignments submitted by learners enrolled through the standard training route, testing understanding and application of each unit's learning outcomes
Practical activities and project work forming part of the hands-on and industrial placement components
Capstone Project requiring independent research or design integrating knowledge from across the full curriculum
Verification of workplace competence and experience for candidates applying through the recognised prior experience (RPE) route
Progression
Graduates of the ICTQual Level 6 Diploma in Chemical Engineering are well-positioned to progress to higher academic qualifications, professional membership, or senior industry roles.
Progress to a Level 7 Diploma or Master's-level qualification in chemical engineering or a related discipline
Apply for professional membership or chartership with the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
Pursue advanced roles such as Senior Process Engineer, Chemical Plant Designer, or Process Safety Manager
Explore global career opportunities across pharmaceuticals, energy, food production, petrochemicals, and environmental engineering
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