MChem (Hons) Chemistry (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Chemists, with their ability to analyse and problem-solve, have played a big part in shaping our world. Our teaching is research-led, so you will learn at the forefront of the subject, tackling genuine scientific work. Solve contemporary problems with our leading academics and work in outstanding purpose-built laboratories to set yourself up for a career in a wide range of industries.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: Chemistry | Duration: Full time 5 years | Study mode: full-time (integrated master's; includes a year studying abroad) | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Fundamentals of Chemistry A, Fundamentals of Chemistry B, Introduction to Practical Chemistry, Molecules to Cells, Principles of Physics and Sustainability for Chemistry, Professional and Research Skills in Chemistry. Year 2 core modules: Concepts in Physical Chemistry, Inorganic and Materials Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Practical and Skills in Chemistry A, Practical and Skills in Chemistry B, Principles of Chemical Structure Determination. Year 3 core modules: Advanced Practical Skills in Chemistry, Chemistry Project and Skills, Physical Chemistry of Complex Systems, Strategies in Chemical Synthesis. Year 4 core modules: Study Abroad. Year 5 core modules: MChem Chemistry Research Project and Skills.

Career pathways

The study of chemistry is essential to so many of our basic human needs, from creating safe food and water, synthesising materials for clothing and shelter, manufacturing life-saving medication and getting us from A to B. The world needs chemists!

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB. This should include Chemistry and one other science subject from: Biology, Computing, Economics, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. Access to HE Diploma: Considered on a case-by-case basis alongside A level Chemistry grade B. Our typical entry requirement would be 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit, but you would need to have covered appropriate science content. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM may be considered alongside A level Chemistry grade B, along with sufficient science content. BTEC in combination with A levels: Our typical entry requirement would be A level grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BB plus BTEC at D. This should include A level Chemistry, and other sufficient science content. International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects including 6 in Chemistry and 6 in a further HL science subject. T levels: Not accepted. GCSE requirements: Mathematics grade 6/B, English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Duration: Full time 5 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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