School of Chemical and Process Engineering
Research and Innovation
Our research is supported by dedicated and experienced technical staff and first class facilities
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Leeds professors honoured in 2023 Society of Chemical Industry Awards
Three professors within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences have received prestigious awards
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97%
"world-leading" or "internationally excellent"
Submitted research outputs - REF 2021
Top 5
in the UK for Chemical Engineering
Guardian University Guide 2024
Top 10
in the UK for Chemical Engineering
The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
Research and innovation
The breadth of our capabilities and expertise allows us to take a true ‘atoms-to-products’ approach to process engineering and design, with impact across virtually all industrial sectors, including oil and gas, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, consumer products, foods and feeds, advanced materials and devices, and environmental protection.

Chemistry graduate wins prestigious Salters’ Award 2023
Louisa Joceline Kamajaya, a graduate from the University of Leeds, has won…
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Summer Internship Scheme Celebrations 2023
Congratulations to all the students who took part in the Faculty of…
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Trio of Leeds professors honoured in 2023 Society of Chemical Industry Awards
Three professors within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences have…
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Remembering Professor Alan Williams, 1935-2023
Emeritus Professor Alan Williams, a world-leading researcher and Commander of…
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We have an expert team, which supports our academics to exchange vital knowledge and experience with industry and other organisations.
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We offer a range of short courses, which are linked to our research and specifically designed for people in industry.
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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