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MChem Chemistry at University of East Anglia

University of East Anglia, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This four-year Royal Society of Chemistry-accredited Chemistry Master’s degree prepares the next generation of chemists. Gain advanced knowledge, hands-on research experience, and the opportunity to specialise in innovative areas of chemistry. Chemistry has a far-reaching impact across many disciplines and is key to understanding the world around us.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology  |  Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year in industry; 4 years full-time with year abroad  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) (year in industry available) (year abroad available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you’ll study subjects related to organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry. Compulsory modules by year: Year 3: Organic Compounds: Synthesis and Properties, Physical Chemistry III, Inorganic Compounds: Structure and Function, Extended Skills and Mini-project Laboratory. Year 4: Research Project (mchem), Advanced Topics in Chemistry.

Career pathways

With a MChem Chemistry degree, you could develop a career as a: Research Scientist, Pharmaceutical Scientist, Materials Scientist, Analytical Chemist, Science and Technology Writer.

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Entry requirements

A levels AAB including Chemistry Contextual offer: BBB including Chemistry BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDD in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science) including all modules listed below OR DDD plus B in A level Chemistry Contextual offer: DDM in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science) including all modules listed below OR DDM plus B in A level Chemistry BTEC only accepted alongside A Level Chemistry grade B, unless the following modules have been studied: Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Applications of Organic Chemistry AND Practical Chemical Analysis. BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

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

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year in industry; 4 years full-time with year abroad

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