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BSc (Hons) Chemistry at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Chemistry covers organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry with a strong emphasis on laboratory practice and modern analytical instrumentation. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry and offers an optional placement year in industry.

Duration: 3 years full-time (+ optional placement year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 includes Practice of Chemistry and foundation modules in chemical principles. Year 2 covers inorganic, organic, physical and analytical chemistry along with Placement Preparation, Career Catalyst and The Art of Experimentation. The final year includes Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Advanced Organic Chemistry and other advanced modules, preceded by an optional placement year.

Career pathways

Research and development in the pharmaceutical industry, laboratory-based analytical roles (for example brewing and food), and multidisciplinary roles across science, engineering, healthcare, environment and technology. Graduates also enter marketing, scientific writing, legal careers, IT and finance, or go on to master's and PhD study and teaching.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104 UCAS points. GCSE (or equivalent) mathematics and English at grade 4/C or above. A level: 104 points from a minimum of two A levels including at least a D in Chemistry. BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DMM, science-related including Chemistry units (exact modules must be listed on the application). Access to HE Diploma: 33 credits at merit and/or distinction including at least 15 credits in chemistry and the remainder in science-related subjects. T level: Merit in the Science pathway, including Laboratory Sciences as the occupational specialism. International Baccalaureate: 26 overall including grade 4 at Higher Level Chemistry; English and Maths accepted within Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5. Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK students; optional placement year charged separately Source

International applicants: GBP 19,200 a year (2026/27). Full-time international students; optional placement year charged separately Source

Duration: 3 years