Chemistry

Single Honours / undergraduate Masters / major subject BSc (Hons) / MChem

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Our courses offer a broad and balanced presentation of traditional and modern chemistry through modules spanning the theoretical and practical aspects of analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry.

Requirements

Our typical offer is 280–300 points (with at least a C in Chemistry) at A level or equivalent, depending on the subjects offered and your UCAS application. We are flexible, however: contact us for advice in respect of other grades and qualifications. The foundation entry course (F101) is for applicants who are not sufficiently qualified for direct Year 1 entry. Direct entry to Year 2 or 3 is possible for suitably qualified students.

Structure

Years 1 and 2 of our chemistry degrees are identical, facilitating transfer between courses. You complete two core modules each semester, supported by a year-long core module of Chemical and Professional Skills. These take the form of small-group seminars and problem solving workshops, which develop skills in the use of computer databases, group working and communication and which provide support in maths and physics. You can also select a free elective option.

Year 3 can be taken as paid industrial experience by MChem students. BSc and other MChem students take advanced modules, covering up-to-the-minute chemistry topics, which are complemented by advanced lab classes in Semester 1 and a research project in Semester 2. Year 4 MChem students follow advanced specialist modules, based on recent developments in international research, and undertake a research project, which is expected to be particularly substantial for non-industrial students.

The foundation year comprises balanced study of chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics, providing an excellent grounding for Year 1 of any chemistry or chemistry-based course.