Intake 1 – 1 week
28 June-2 July 2027
One-week package.
In-person Program
Chemical Engineering Work Experience
by Study Mind
A hands-on chemical engineering career camp combining lab work, industrial process workshops, professional mentoring, and university application support.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Chemical Engineering Work Experience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Years 10-13; parent consent
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
London, United Kingdom
Cost
From £1,799
Duration
1-3 weeks
Format
In-person
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Class size: Up to 12 students
Accommodation: Residential or non-residential
Meals: Lunch; full board residential
Certificate: Attendance certificate
Tutors / faculty: Engineers, researchers, STEM professionals
Chemical Engineering Work Experience summary
A practical career camp covering chemical reactions, industrial processes, materials, energy systems, and process design through experiments, simulations, workshops, and visits.
Students learn in small groups with chemical engineers, researchers, STEM professionals, and a UCAS adviser, with mentoring and feedback alongside the technical content.
It suits students testing whether chemical engineering fits their interests and those seeking focused evidence for future university applications.
What is Chemical Engineering Work Experience?
Chemical Engineering Work Experience is Study Mind's practical summer career camp focused on how engineers transform raw materials into useful products. Students explore chemical reactions, process design, materials, energy systems, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and industrial production through guided experiments and workshops.
The experience combines laboratory-based learning, simulations, professional mentoring, career guidance, and UCAS preparation. Students can also encounter specialist themes such as clean energy, aeration, water treatment, biochemical engineering, process control, and chemical-reaction engineering.
Why Succeed highlights Chemical Engineering Work Experience
The curriculum connects chemical engineering theory with supervised experiments, simulations, laboratory learning, and industrial applications.
Small groups allow students to receive mentoring and feedback from engineers, researchers, and STEM professionals.
The program combines technical learning with UCAS guidance, personal-statement support, and career exploration.
Students can choose deeper chemical engineering study or add a career and life skills week through longer packages.
Residential and day attendance options make the London experience workable for different family needs.
Who is Chemical Engineering Work Experience for?
Best for
Students who enjoy chemistry, mathematics, scientific problem-solving, and practical STEM work, especially those considering chemical engineering or related degrees.
Not ideal if
You want a free employer placement, independent work experience, or a program with little laboratory and technical content.
Is Chemical Engineering Work Experience worth it?
It can be worthwhile for a student who wants a structured, practical introduction before committing to chemical engineering at university. The combination of experiments, industrial topics, professional mentoring, career exploration, and application guidance gives students useful material to reflect on afterward.
The main limitation is the price, particularly when accommodation or a longer package is added. It is also a guided educational camp rather than employment, so its value depends on active participation and thoughtful reflection rather than treating attendance alone as an admissions advantage.
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Cost and what is included
From £1,799; includes Hands-on workshops and career simulations, Program materials, equipment, and resources, Laboratory or industry-focused experience, UCAS application guidance, Reference letter, Graduation ceremony and certificate, Lunch during the program day, Residential packages add accommodation, full meals, activities, and support.
Accommodation
Residential or non-residential
Meals
Lunch; full board residential
Supervision or safety information
Residential students stay in single rooms at UCL's Ramsay Hall with shared facilities, meals, supervision, support, and evening activities. Longer residential stays also include weekend activities.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1-3 weeks; London, United Kingdom.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Chemical Engineering Work Experience need?
Effort level
High during the program week.
Best started
Plan at least 8-12 weeks before the chosen intake, especially for accommodation, travel, or visa arrangements.
Main challenge
Applying unfamiliar chemistry and engineering ideas to practical process problems.
Typical preparation
Review foundational chemistry, units, equations, and basic laboratory safety before attending.
Choose the package and residential option that match your goals and budget.
Prepare questions about degree routes, industrial roles, and the mentors' career experiences.
Bring a notepad or writing device, a water bottle, and any specialized items listed in the final preparation guidance.
Useful if
You already enjoy chemistry, mathematics, physics, or engineering problem-solving.
What do students do on Chemical Engineering Work Experience?
Students move from introductory chemical engineering principles to practical applications through workshops, experiments, simulations, visits, mentoring, and career-planning activities.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore materials, polymers, composites, and how raw materials become useful products.
- 2
Investigate aeration, separation processes, clean energy, food production, and pharmaceutical applications.
- 3
Take part in supervised laboratory learning and a laboratory visit.
- 4
Apply chemical engineering ideas through process-focused simulations and practical problem-solving.
- 5
Receive UCAS, personal-statement, career-pathway, and degree-preparation guidance.
- 6
Complete the week with reflection and a graduation or certificate activity.
Chemical Engineering Work Experience dates and deadlines
Upcoming
Intake 1 – 2 weeks
28 June-9 July 2027
Two-week package.
Intake 1 – 3 weeks
28 June-16 July 2027
Three-week package.
Intake 2 – 1 week
5-9 July 2027
One-week package.
Intake 2 – 2 weeks
5-16 July 2027
Two-week package.
Intake 2 – 3 weeks
5-23 July 2027
Three-week package.
Intake 3 – 1 week
12-16 July 2027
One-week package.
Intake 3 – 2 weeks
12-23 July 2027
Two-week package.
Intake 3 – 3 weeks
12-30 July 2027
Three-week package.
Intake 4 – 1 week
19-23 July 2027
One-week package.
Intake 4 – 2 weeks
19-30 July 2027
Two-week package.
Intake 4 – 3 weeks
19 July-6 August 2027
Three-week package.
Intake 5 – 1 week
26-30 July 2027
One-week package.
Intake 5 – 2 weeks
26 July-6 August 2027
Two-week package.
Intake 5 – 3 weeks
26 July-13 August 2027
Three-week package.
Intake 6 – 1 week
2-6 August 2027
One-week package.
Intake 6 – 2 weeks
2-13 August 2027
Two-week package.
Intake 7 – 1 week
9-13 August 2027
One-week package.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intake 1 – 1 week | 28 June-2 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 1 – 2 weeks | 28 June-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 1 – 3 weeks | 28 June-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 2 – 1 week | 5-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 2 – 2 weeks | 5-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 2 – 3 weeks | 5-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 3 – 1 week | 12-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 3 – 2 weeks | 12-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 3 – 3 weeks | 12-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 4 – 1 week | 19-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 4 – 2 weeks | 19-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 4 – 3 weeks | 19 July-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 5 – 1 week | 26-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 5 – 2 weeks | 26 July-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 5 – 3 weeks | 26 July-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 6 – 1 week | 2-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 6 – 2 weeks | 2-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 7 – 1 week | 9-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Ages 15-18
Years 10-13 or equivalent
Interest in science, engineering, or related STEM subjects
Parent or caregiver consent
Able to attend an advertised week
English at CEFR B1 or equivalent
UK and international students welcome
No previous chemical engineering experience required
How much does Chemical Engineering Work Experience cost?
Program fee
From £1,799 — Camp-only packages for 1-3 weeks.
Funding or discounts
- Residential package: From £2,999 — Includes the program and residential package.
- Bursaries: Full, 75%, or 50% — Needs-based support for eligible students.
- Booking deposit: £500 — Nonrefundable alternative to full payment.
What's included
Hands-on workshops and career simulations, Program materials, equipment, and resources, Laboratory or industry-focused experience, UCAS application guidance, Reference letter, Graduation ceremony and certificate, Lunch during the program day, Residential packages add accommodation, full meals, activities, and support
How to apply to Chemical Engineering Work Experience
- 1
Choose the one-, two-, or three-week program option.
- 2
Select preferred dates and a residential or non-residential package.
- 3
Complete the online enrollment form with student and parent or caregiver details.
- 4
Pay the full fee or the published £500 deposit.
- 5
Review the confirmation email, laboratory resources, and pre-course guidance.
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What does Chemical Engineering Work Experience cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Chemical processes
Explore controlled reactions and their use in industrial engineering systems.
Process design
Study how engineers design safe, efficient, large-scale production systems.
Materials engineering
Investigate polymers, composites, and the transformation of raw materials.
Energy and environment
Examine clean energy, aeration, separation, and water-treatment engineering.
Industrial applications
Connect chemical engineering with pharmaceuticals, food, energy, and manufacturing.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Chemical Engineering Work Experience?
A typical day during the program.
Monday Tuesday
Materials, pharmaceuticals, aeration, and related practical workshops.
Wednesday Thursday
Laboratory visit, separation processes, clean energy, and food engineering.
Friday
UCAS guidance, careers and pathways, graduation, and residential checkout.
Who teaches on Chemical Engineering Work Experience?
Experienced chemical engineers, researchers, STEM professionals, and a UCAS adviser lead the technical and university-preparation elements. Students learn through small-group teaching, one-to-one mentoring, and personalized feedback.
The provider profiles a UCL chemical engineering MEng student and an accredited UCAS adviser among its mentors.
Where do students stay on Chemical Engineering Work Experience?
Residential plan
- UCL Ramsay Hall: University-style accommodation in central London with private rooms and shared spaces.
- Meals and facilities: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, water, and essential facilities are included.
- Safeguarding support: Dedicated support, on-site security, and residential supervision operate around the clock.
- Evening activities: Supervised social activities are included, with weekend sightseeing for longer stays.
Non-residential plan
- Day attendance: Students attend daytime sessions and return home after each program day.
- Lunch: Lunch is provided during the program day.
Residential rooms are single occupancy with shared bathrooms; male and female students are placed on separate floors.
What happens after Chemical Engineering Work Experience?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Use practical experiences as evidence for UCAS and personal-statement reflection.
Build a clearer understanding of chemical engineering degree content.
Explore careers in process engineering, energy, pharmaceuticals, materials, and manufacturing.
Receive a certificate recognizing participation or completion.
Continue with personal-statement, interview, and university-application support.
Attendance alone does not guarantee an academic, admissions, employment, or career outcome.
Where does Chemical Engineering Work Experience take place?
The program takes place in central London and combines university-style laboratory learning with visits and practical activities. Residential students stay at UCL's Ramsay Hall, close to London's academic and scientific institutions.
Residential check-in is on the Sunday before the program starts, with checkout on the final Friday.
Chemical Engineering Work Experience FAQs
No. The program supports beginners and introduces core concepts step by step, although students should be ready for academically focused workshops and practical tasks.
Topics include chemical reactions, process design, material transformation, energy systems, industrial production, pharmaceuticals, separation processes, water treatment, and related engineering applications.
Yes. The experience includes supervised laboratory-based activities, practical experiments, process simulations, problem-solving tasks, and a laboratory visit.
Teaching and mentoring come from chemical engineers, researchers, STEM professionals, and university-application specialists. The format includes small-group support and personalized feedback.
Residential students stay in single rooms at UCL's Ramsay Hall with shared facilities, meals, supervision, support, and evening activities. Longer residential stays also include weekend activities.
Yes. International students are welcome, and travel, accommodation, and settling-in guidance is available. Students need sufficient English to participate, while visa advice should be confirmed with the appropriate embassy.
Yes. It includes UCAS guidance, personal-statement support, degree preparation, career mentoring, and experiences students can reflect on in future applications.
The provider awards a certificate, while its terms require at least 90% attendance for a formal Certificate of Completion. A participation certificate may be issued below that threshold at the provider's discretion.
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- Summer Career Camps - Terms and Conditions - Study Mind
- Study Mind Work Experience | Career Programmes 2026
- Camps form - Study Mind
- Contact Us - Medic Mind
- Private Candidate A-Levels: How to Book and Succeed - Study Mind
- A-Level Chemistry Book - Study Mind
- A-Level Biology Book - Study Mind
- Top Universities to Apply for with Your GCSE Grades - Study Mind
- Chemical Engineering Summer Career Camp in London Experience
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