School of Chemical and Process Engineering
On this page you’ll find everything you need to know about starting your studies at the School of Chemical and Process Engineering.
Scroll to the section that applies to you – new student or returning student – then read the information for ‘all students’, where we’ve also included some helpful links at the end of the page to direct you to anything else you might need.
If you’re a postgraduate researcher, find your faculty welcome and induction information to help you get started.
I’m a new student
What do I need to do before I arrive?
You’ll need to complete the:
New students don’t need to complete module enrolment before arriving. We’ll email you separately about module enrolment. Some students will be required to enrol on a particular module (Maths/Physics/Chemistry), depending on your their qualifications. Some students will have free choice and will be sent a Microsoft form to complete. If you have any questions about this, there’ll be a session on module enrolment during induction week.
We don’t allow new students to enrol on discovery modules.
How will I find out more about my programme?
You can view the programme catalogue. During induction week (25 to 29 September 2023), there’ll be talks by the Head of School, Director of Student Education and Programme Leads.
How will I get to know other students?
During induction week (25 to 29 September 2023), there’ll be ongoing tutorials with your tutor group and ice breakers in your first lectures.
What welcome activities do you have planned?
There’ll be a range of welcome activities during induction week (25 to 29 September 2023). The induction timetable will be available in early September and published on this page, as well as sent by email to all new students.
What is the role of course representatives and how do I volunteer?
Each University course, including undergraduate and postgraduate courses, has course representatives – students who are elected by their fellow students at the start of each academic year. Course representatives are expected to collect feedback from students on their course and present this feedback to members of staff in the school at Student/Staff Forum meetings throughout the academic year.
We’ll contact all new students during induction week and week one with further information about applying to be a course representatives. If you have any questions about this, please email Lindsay Devereux at scapestudentadvice@leeds.ac.uk.
Are there any peer mentoring schemes operating in my school?
All new students will be automatically placed in a peer mentoring group. By taking part in the Peer Mentoring Programme, you’ll join a group of new undergraduate students to be mentored by current students for your first few months at the University.
Being part of a mentoring group is a great opportunity to build friendships with new and current students. Mentors have a wealth of knowledge about the School and University life to share with you. The emphasis on these group meetings is to introduce you to new people and places, as well as the services that are available to you as a student.
I’m a returning student
What do I need to do before I arrive?
You’ll need to complete the:
How will I find out more about my programme?
View the programme catalogue.
How will I get to know other students?
There’ll be ongoing tutorials with your tutor group and ice breakers in your first lectures.
What is the role of course representatives and how do I volunteer?
Each University course, including undergraduate and postgraduate courses, has course representatives – students who are elected by their fellow students at the start of each academic year. Course representatives are expected to collect feedback from students on their course and present this feedback to members of staff in the school at Student/Staff Forum meetings throughout the academic year.
We have some course representatives in place for 2023/24 but will contact returning students on specific programmes in week one to ensure we recruit a representative for each programme.
Where can I find relevant career information for postgraduate students?
To find out about the employability support available in your faculty, email the Employability team at EPSemployability@leeds.ac.uk.
The Careers Centre enables students and graduates of the University of Leeds to formulate and implement well informed, realistic plans for the future, at all stages from pre-entry to post graduation.
Where can I find opportunities for work to develop my career?
To find out about the employability support available in your faculty, email the Employability team at EPSemployability@leeds.ac.uk.
All students
Where can I go for support?
Student Support office
The Student Support Office handles all administration related to student education, and can provide information and advice on administrative matters including timetable queries, module enrolment, and assessment arrangements.
Email the Student Support office at scapestudentadvice@leeds.ac.uk
Director of Student Education
Email Dr Nicole Hondow at n.hondow@leeds.ac.uk
Assessment Lead
Email Dr Xiaoan Mao at x.mao@leeds.ac.uk
Chemical Engineering Programme Lead
Dr David Harbottle is Programme Lead for the following programmes:
- MEng, BEng Chemical Engineering
- MEng, BEng Chemical and Energy Engineering
- MEng, BEng Chemical and Materials Engineering
- MEng, BEng Chemical and Nuclear Engineering
Email Dr David Harbottle at d.harbottle@leeds.ac.uk
Aviation Programme Lead
Dr David Peacock is Programme Lead for the following programmes:
- BSc Aviation Technology and Management (no longer recruiting)
- BSc Aviation Technology with Pilot Studies (no longer recruiting)
- BEng Aviation Technology with Pilot Studies and Management
Email Dr David Peacock at d.c.peacock@leeds.ac.uk
Materials Programme Lead
Dr Andrew Mullis is Programme Lead for the following programmes:
- MEng, BEng Materials Science and Engineering
Email Dr Andrew Mullis at a.m.mullis@leeds.ac.uk
Programme Lead
Dr Andrew Scott is the Programme Leader for the MSc Materials Science and Engineering.
Email Dr Andrew Scott at a.j.scott@leeds.ac.uk
Programme Lead
Dr Tariq Mahmud is Programme Lead for the following programmes:
- MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering
- MSc Chemical Process Engineering
Email Dr Tariq Mahmud at t.mahmud@leeds.ac.uk
Programme Lead
Professor Tim Cockerill is Programme Lead for the following programme:
- MSc Energy and Environment
Email Professor Tim Cockerill at t.cockerill@leeds.ac.uk
Study Abroad Co-ordinator
Dr Joseph Antony is Study Abroad Co-ordinator for our Erasmus and Junior Year Abroad students.
Email Dr Joseph Antony at s.j.antony@leeds.ac.uk
Academic Integrity Lead
Dr Nicholas Warren is responsible for academic integrity procedures in the School.
Email Dr Nicholas Warren at n.warren@leeds.ac.uk
Where do I turn if I need extra academic support?
You can speak to your academic personal tutor, the relevant module leader or, if you’re unsure where to start, email the Student Support Office at scapestudentadvice@leeds.ac.uk.
How will I meet my academic personal tutor?
Every student is allocated an academic member of staff who will act as your personal tutor throughout their time in the School. Scheduled tutorials (on an individual or group basis) will take place at regular intervals for students at all levels. Your attendance at all these tutorials is compulsory and will be monitored. You can also reasonably ask to see your personal tutor outside of these scheduled sessions, although we advise you to request an appointment by email.
At a Leeds for Life personal tutorial, you can discuss your academic progress and results, and Personal Development Plan. These meetings run at predetermined intervals throughout your degree and focus on your professional, academic and wellbeing development, and helping you to become confident and articulate individuals.
Group tutorials are held in weeks when personal tutorials do not take place, with students taking part as a group with other students. These tutorials are drawn from a number of themes including academic, employability, lifelong learning, study skills and transferable skills with a view to enhancing your overall capabilities once you have graduated.
Are there any specialist software or systems that I need for my programme and where do I find out information about them?
- How to access software
- Software installed in our clusters and available online:
- CCDC Mercury
- NI labVIEW
- CES EduPack
- Aspen HYSYS
- AutoCAD
- Crystsim
- MobaXterm (to use with the University Arc system)
- ParaView (visualisation of CFD results)
- MatLab
- Crystal Maker
- Comsol multiphysics 5.3
Are there any societies I can join for the school/programme?
You can join the:
Additional School resources
Find additional resources for the School of Chemical and Process Engineering organisation on Minerva – they are currently being updated for 2023/24.