BSc Chemical Physics at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Join a university ranked first in the UK for chemistry research and in the UK top five for physics research ( THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning. The first year gives you a comprehensive grounding in chemistry, physics and mathematics. Later years focus on atomic and molecular science and its interdisciplinary applications.

Career pathways

Chemical physics graduates are highly sought after. Our graduates have excellent knowledge and superb practical and problem-solving skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: AAA including Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. A-level contextual offer: ABB including Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics in any order. BTEC: DDD in either Engineering. IB Diploma: 36 points overall with 18 points at Higher Level, including 6, 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations). Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AA in two of Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics, and Higher: AAAAB including A in the science not taken for Advanced Higher. GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code F320).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,500 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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

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