Program Overview
The Catalysis: Chemistry and Engineering at Imperial College London is a MRes programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Catalysis: Chemistry and Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 29,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Catalysis: Chemistry and Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research proposal
- 9-month multidisciplinary research project with two supervisors
- Taught courses in the major areas of catalysis (both chemistry and engineering perspectives)
- Journal Clubs to explore cutting edge articles in the area
- Research seminars and group discussion sessions
- Research dissertation
- Oral presentation at the MRes conference
- Lectures and workshops in transferable skills (MasterClass programme)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The course assumes a modest level of background chemistry knowledge so successful applicants will have a first degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, normally at least at the Upper Second Class (2:1) degree level or an overseas qualification of equivalent standard.
- If your first degree is from a country other than the UK, you may find the guidelines within our Country Index helpful. Please note that these guidelines indicate the College minimum. Our requirement is usually higher.
- All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.
- For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for postgraduate applicants.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 29,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 29,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Imperial College London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Imperial College London
Imperial College London
London, United Kingdom
Imperial College London is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 29 April 2026
- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
