BSc Chemistry with Biological and Medicinal Chemistry at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

Prepare for the growing demands of the healthcare sector and pharmaceutical industry with our accredited BSc Chemistry with Biological and Medicinal Chemistry course. Gain fundamental chemistry knowledge and explore topics in biological and medicinal chemistry.

Department: School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Sample modules listed across the course include Fundamentals of Chemistry 1, Fundamentals of Chemistry 2, Essential Skills for Chemists, Chemistry Lab and Skills, Chemical Structure and Reactivity, Measurement and Modelling of Chemical Systems, and later options such as Advanced Organic Chemistry, Advanced Physical Chemistry, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology.

Career pathways

You won’t be short of career options with a degree in chemistry from Sheffield. The courses are designed to give you the skills that will help you succeed. Employers hire our graduates because of their ability to plan projects, work to deadlines, analyse data, and solve complex problems.

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Entry requirements

Standard offer (2027-28 entry) - A-levels: AAB, including Chemistry. A-levels plus a fourth Level 3 qualification: ABB including Chemistry + B in the EPQ; ABB including Chemistry + A in AS or B in A Level Further Maths. International Baccalaureate: 34, with 5 in Higher Level Chemistry; 33, with 5 in Higher Level Chemistry, and B in the extended essay. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in Applied Science (Basic, Analytical & Forensic Science or Physical Science streams only) including specific Chemistry units. BTEC Diploma: DD in Applied Science + A in A Level Chemistry. Scottish Highers + 1 Advanced Higher: AAABB + B in Chemistry. Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A-levels: B + AA including Chemistry. Access to HE Diploma: The award of the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject covering sufficient Chemistry units, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit. Applicants are considered individually and must provide a course syllabus. Other requirements: GCSE Maths grade 6/B; BTEC required units include Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Applications of Organic Chemistry, Industrial Chemical Reactions, and Practical Chemical Analysis. Access Sheffield contextual offer: A-levels ABB. English language for international applicants: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification. Applications are made through UCAS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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