BSc (Hons) Chemistry at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our professionally accredited Chemistry BSc Honours degree provides you with a thorough understanding of chemistry and its modern applications. Chemical scientists are at the forefront of innovative solutions to global challenges like drug discovery and vaccines, energy systems and sustainability. Chemistry touches every part of our lives.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Throughout your first year, you’ll build a solid grounding in all key areas of chemistry, including organic, inorganic, physical and biological, while developing essential laboratory and problem-solving skills. You’ll also explore professionalism in science and gain confidence in data handling and analysis. Compulsory modules include: Chemical Laboratory Skills 1, Chemical Skills and Professionalism, Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry, Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry, Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry, General Chemistry, Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry, Sustainable Solutions, Chemical Laboratory Skills 2, Structural Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Laboratory Skills 3P.

Career pathways

If you want to pursue chemistry research as a career, a good chemistry degree is essential, often followed by a research degree. Graduate roles and employers include: pharmaceuticals; accountancy; agrochemicals; patent law; petrochemicals; marketing.

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Entry requirements

A levels: ABB including Chemistry. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required if not offered at a higher level. IB: 32 points including Higher Level Chemistry grade 6. Standard Level Mathematics required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level including Chemistry at Grade 6 and completion of a national high school diploma. Standard Level Mathematics required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. Scottish Highers: AABBB at Higher Grade including Chemistry. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at a higher level. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent including 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 32,600 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/f100/#how-to-apply

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