Course Overview

You'll study pure and applied chemistry in our MChem Chemistry degree. Pure chemistry is about unravelling the mysteries of molecular structure and reactivity. Applied chemistry uses chemical knowledge to respond to the challenges created by society.

Advanced classes include photochemistry, cage and cluster modules, environmental chemistry, polymer chemistry and molecular catalysis.

The Chemistry MChem course is for students who want complete coverage of the subject to keep their career options open. It’s possible to switch between the other MChem courses and also the following shorter BSc degrees within the first three years:

• BSc (Honours) Chemistry

• BSc (Honours) Forensic and Analytical Chemistry

• BSc (Honours) Chemistry with Drug Discovery

General Eligibility

A Levels

Standard entry requirements*:

Year 1 entry: BBB

(Chemistry, and one of Maths, Physics or Biology)

Year 2 entry: BBB

(Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Biology)

International Baccalaureate

Standard entry requirements*:

Year 2 entry: 30

(Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Biology all at HL)

Year 1 entry: 30

(Chemistry at HL and one of Maths, Physics or Biology at HL)

HNC/HND

Year 1 entry: relevant HNC, B in Graded Unit
Year 2 entry: relevant HND, BBB in Graded Units

Part Time Work Details

2o hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)