BSc (Hons) Chemistry at Swansea University

Programme overview

Chemistry gives a foundation in both the theory and practical techniques of the chemical sciences, across organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, biological, medicinal, theoretical and computational chemistry. Hands-on laboratory work starts from the first year, and students build numerical, analytical and communication skills. The department is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with a Foundation Year, Year Abroad, Year in Industry or Year in Applied Research | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students explore organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, biological, medicinal, theoretical and computational chemistry through lectures, tutorials, seminars, discussion groups and practical classes, with a flipped teaching approach and pre-lab materials. Core modules link to research in natural products, materials engineering and medicine.

Career pathways

Graduates work in scientific research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, environmental services, engineering, petrochemicals, plastics, cosmetics and food, and in IT, finance, management, data analysis, consultancy and local government. Support includes the SPIN internship scheme, summer placements and Year in Industry options. RSC accreditation is the first step towards Chartered Chemist status.

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Application information

Entry requirements

BSc (Hons), 3 years: A level typical offer ABB-BCC including A level Chemistry and grade B/6 in GCSE Maths. BTEC: DDD in Applied Sciences and grade B/6 in GCSE Maths. Access: in Science, a minimum of 24 Distinctions (including all Chemistry and Maths modules) at Level 3 and 15 Merits, plus grade B/6 in GCSE Maths. T Levels: not accepted (N/A). Mixed qualifications: 120 UCAS tariff points from the 3 highest scoring qualifications, including 40 tariff points in a relevant subject. International Baccalaureate: 32 including 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Chemistry and Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, or 32 overall with 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Chemistry and 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation. Foundation Year route (4 years): CDD-DDD at A level.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time undergraduate tuition fee for Welsh, English and other UK students. International fee is shown on the course page. Source

International applicants: GBP 23,350 a year (2026/27). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with a Foundation Year, Year Abroad, Year in Industry or Year in Applied

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