BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Mathematics at Keele University

Programme overview

Develop a strong foundation in core chemical concepts, underpinned by advanced mathematics, to explore cutting-edge topics in our Chemistry with Mathematics BSc. Guided by our nationally recognised educators and leading researchers, you’ll have access to specialist computational tools and research-grade instrumentation, opportunities for industry experience, and dedicated professional development and employability modules. You'll graduate equipped with the analytical, practical and professional skills that employers value in a wide range of industries.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: School of Engineering and Physical Sciences | Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year | Study mode: full-time; placement year option | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Mathematical Methods, Practical and Professional Chemistry Skills, Chemical Structure and Reactivity, Chemistry Connections, Chemistry Career Planning and Employability Skills, Differential Equations and Multivariable Calculus. Year 2 compulsory modules: Linear Differential Equations, Chemical Characterisation and Transformations, Practical and Professional Chemistry, Environmental Analysis, Complex Variable and Vector Calculus. Year 3 compulsory modules: Kinetics, Catalysis and Mechanism, Non-linear Differential Equations, Partial Differential Equations, Independent Research Project, Scientific Literature Review, Chemical Analysis: Instrumentation and Evaluation, Topics in Chemical Science.

Career pathways

Whether you are considering postgraduate study or moving straight into a career, you will graduate with a strong grounding in laboratory techniques, a suite of practical and professional employability skills and an awareness of the ethical implications and issues relating to environmental impact and sustainability. Graduates of this programme enter a wide range of professions, both in and out of the laboratory.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABC/BBB in three A levels including C in Chemistry and B in Maths. Also required: an English language qualification (see below). BTEC: DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Applied Science. IB Diploma: 555 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry and 5 in Maths (Any), or 30 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry and 5 in Maths (any). English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all components (English Group A) or 4/C in GCSE English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK Home tuition fee for students starting in 2027/28. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,200 a year (2026/27). Band 1 international fee for 2026/27; 2027/28 international fees not yet confirmed. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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