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BSc (Hons) Environmental Chemistry at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Environmental Chemistry is a three-year full-time degree at the University of Plymouth that builds a foundation in chemistry with environmental science expertise. Students learn in small groups, work in analytical laboratories and gain fieldwork and industry placement experience.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Duration: 3 years (+ optional placement year) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers Practice of Chemistry, Inorganic, Organic and Physical Chemistry and Approaches to Data Analysis. Later modules include Analytical Environmental Technologies, Practical Environmental Chemistry, Advanced Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Frontiers in Analytical Science, an Independent Project and an optional placement.

Career pathways

Graduates can work in research and development in the green energy industry, in analytical roles at organisations such as the Environment Agency, and in multidisciplinary sustainability teams, and many continue to further study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 104 UCAS points from a minimum of two A levels including at least a D in Chemistry. GCSE (or equivalent) mathematics and English at grade 4/C or above. BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma: DMM in a science-related subject including Chemistry units. Access to HE Diploma: at least 33 credits at Merit or Distinction, including at least 15 credits in Chemistry and the rest in science-related subjects. International Baccalaureate: 26 overall including 4 at HL Chemistry (English and Maths accepted at HL 4 or SL 5). Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff. International applicants need a suitable English language qualification; the standard university requirements apply and some subject areas set higher levels.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time; optional placement year fee is separate and excluded Source

International applicants: GBP 19,200 a year (2026/27). Full-time; optional placement year fee is separate and excluded Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years