UCL Department of Chemical Engineering

Celebrating Excellence and Innovation at the Ramsay Society Dinner 2026!

On Friday 27 February, the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering hosted the Ramsay Society Dinner 2026 at the St Pancras Autograph Hotel.

The evening featured inspiring speeches, recognised important milestones, celebrated student achievements, and provided opportunities to reconnect and network - truly a night of excellence and innovation in our field.

📸 Read more and see the highlights: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/news/2026/mar/ramsay-society-dinner-2026-celebrating-excellence-and-innovation

🚨 New Short Course Alert – UCL Chemical Engineering

Explore the future of laboratory work with our Introduction to Automation and Robotics: Digitalising the Lab, a 3-day course at UCL Chemical Engineering.

Get practical, hands-on experience with robotics, AI and machine learning, automation, and discover how these technologies integrate in a modern digital laboratory.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

⭐ Understand modern lab automation systems and robotic platforms
⭐ Analyse how automation boosts efficiency, reliability, and discovery
⭐ Develop and simulate Python protocols for automated experiments
⭐ Integrate hardware and sensors using LabVIEW
⭐ Execute, troubleshoot, and optimise automated lab workflows

📅 Course starts 8 June 2026
💷 Early-bird price until 31 March: £1,850
🔗 Details & booking: https://lnkd.in/evqncRne

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming Beatriz Roldan Cuenya from the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society to the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering for a special Department Seminar.

Prof. Roldan Cuenya presented an informative and engaging seminar on “Structural dynamics as a key element of catalyst functionality”.

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming alumni back to the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering to share research insights, advice, and inspiration with our postgraduate taught students.

🎓Thank you to everyone who took part! 📷

Read more ➡️ https://ucl.ac.uk/engineering/news/alumni-and-students-connect-msc-chemical-engineering-research-session

Thinking about postgraduate study this year?

Join us on Thursday 5 February for the UCL Engineering Mathematical and Physical Sciences Postgraduate Open Evening, bringing together two world-leading faculties at UCL all in one place! 🌟

Chat with staff and current students, find out about student life at UCL, and explore the postgraduate courses in Chemical Engineering:

• MSc Sustainable Chemical Process Engineering
• MSc Global Management of Natural Resources
• MSc Global Management of Natural Resources (London)
• MSc Electrochemical Propulsion Engineering
• MSc Digital Manufacturing of Advanced Materials
• MSc Nature-Inspired Engineering

📅 Thursday 5 February, 5pm - 7pm
📍 UCL Bloomsbury Campus
⬇️️ Don’t miss out – book your place now! https://buff.ly/FUrtNn9

Yesterday, the Minister for Industry joined the IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) Energy Transition Debate at University College London (UCL) / UCL Department of Chemical Engineering, which brought together engineers, policymakers and industry leaders.⚡

Chris McDonald MP shared his insights into the Government’s new industrial strategy and its alignment with net-zero and sustainable growth objectives. The event was followed by a lively panel discussion and Q&A.

Find out more 👇

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/ucl-chemical-engineering/minister-industry-leads-icheme-ucl-energy-transition-debate

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🚗⚡ UCL / UCL Chemical Engineering is partnering with Hyundai to develop faster-charging EV batteries and hydrogen-powered vehicles! Driving the future of clean transport 🌍🔋💨

UCL and Hyundai to develop faster charging batteries and hydrogen powered vehicles UCL is partnering with Hyundai to accelerate the development of next-generation technologies for electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells and green hydrogen.

Wishing a very Happy Christmas to those who are celebrating at the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering 🎄

Winter Closure & Student Support

UCL will be closed from 5:30 pm on Tuesday 23 December 2025 until 9:00 am on Monday 5 January 2026.

Support is still available throughout the break.

Urgent, out-of-hours support

☎️ Security: +44 (0)20 7679 2222 (Bloomsbury) | +44 (0)20 8016 8555 (UCL East) or via the SafeZone app

☎️ Emergency: call 999 and inform Security

☎️ Health or mental health crisis: attend your nearest A&E (use the NHS A&E Finder)

Non-urgent wellbeing support

💌 UCL 24/7 Student Support Line: +44 (0)808 238 0077

💌 Samaritans (UK): 116 123

💌 Student Space (Student Minds): phone or text support for students

For full details and service hours, visit the UCL Support and Wellbeing Services website:

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/students/support-and-wellbeing-services/about-us/closure-periods-2025-support-and-services

Interested in studying an MSc at the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering?

Watch our Graduate Open Event recording to learn more about our Postgraduate Taught courses, including:

• Global Management of Natural Resources MSc
• Sustainable Chemical Process Engineering MSc
• Digital Manufacturing of Advanced Materials MSc
• Electrochemical Propulsion Engineering MSc
• Nature-Inspired Engineering MSc

▶️ Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=51PWhlzPDR4&feature=youtu.be

Want to apply?

Discover our Postgraduate Taught courses, including our newly launched Global Management of Natural Resources (London) MSc:

➡️ https://www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/chemical-engineering/study/postgraduate-taught

Doctoral Scholarship Opportunity at the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering

Are you a UK national from a Black, Asian, or other minority ethnic background (Bangladeshi, Pakistani, African, Caribbean, or other Black heritage)? UCL Chemical Engineering is inviting applications for the 2025/2026 H. Walter Stern Scholarship for Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) students.

What’s on Offer?
– Full UK/home tuition fees + generous annual maintenance stipend.
– Conference funding & tailored professional development through UCL-ROS.
– Fully funded PhD/MPhil/EngD opportunity within the Department of Chemical Engineering.

Who Can Apply?
– UK nationals/permanent residents from eligible BAME groups
– Graduates from any UK university with strong academic credentials
– Applicants passionate about impactful chemical engineering research

Deadline: 9th January 2026

How to Apply:
Submit your research degree application via UCL, notify our department of your interest, and complete the UCL-ROS coversheet (send email to [email protected] , [email protected]).

This is your chance to make a difference! Advance your research career while contributing to diversity in academia. Spread the word and apply now for a fully funded pathway at UCL!

Learn more & apply: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships/ucl-research-opportunity-scholarship

Introducing Global Management of Natural Resources (London) MSc at the UCL Department of Chemical Engineering! 🌍🛠️

Study the global management of natural resources at UCL Engineering on our new specialist MSc course.

On this course, you will:

✅ Gain a holistic understanding of natural resources for energy transition and net-zero targets.
✅ Develop interdisciplinary skills linking production, supply, and socio-environmental impact.
✅ Learn through diverse methods: lectures, projects, field trips & industry-led talks.
✅ Enjoy flexible study options, including part-time.
✅ Join a course open to science, engineering, business, finance, management, HR & allied backgrounds.
✅ Access global career opportunities in sustainability and natural resources.

Apply today and shape the future of resource management with UCL! 📚

Find out more and apply ➡️ https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught-degrees/global-management-natural-resources-london-msc