BSc (Hons) Chemistry at University of Bath

Programme overview

This course is for you if you’re passionate about chemistry and want to develop a strong foundation in both the practical and theoretical aspects of chemistry. This course has the broadest range of all our chemistry courses. In the first two years, you’ll study an introduction to all areas of chemistry, gaining the practical and theoretical skills needed to design experiments and test hypotheses.

What you will study

This course lasts 3 years. It starts in September 2027 and ends in 2030. Year 1 compulsory units include Analytical and spectroscopic techniques, Foundations and applications of chemistry, Skills for chemists.

Career pathways

A wealth of career opportunities are open to you as a chemistry graduate. You could go on to work in chemistry specific areas but would also be well-suited to roles in education, scientific publishing, administration, banking and finance, or further study such as a PhD or PGCE.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A level typical offer: Your typical offer depends on how many science and mathematics subjects you study in your A level subjects. IB Diploma: 36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Chemistry and 5 in a second science or mathematics course. BTEC typical offer: DDD. GCSE: GCSE Mathematics grade 6 or B. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components. If you choose to take Science education in practice or University Ambassador Scheme as an optional unit, you may need to pay for an enhanced DBS check and for travel to local secondary schools.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home fee for full-time campus-based courses; 2027/28 Home fees are subject to parliamentary approval. Placement-year fees are charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,950 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee, Band 3 (Science, Engineering, Health and Psychology courses); placement-year fees are charged separately. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/applying-for-an-undergraduate-course/

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