Chemistry MChem MChem MChem

Course Overview - Chemistry MChem MChem MChem

Heriot-Watt University ranked first in Scotland for chemistry in the Guardian University Guide 2020.

Chemistry is a dynamic and exciting subject which makes many important contributions to the world. It is a major contributor to the Scottish and UK economies and as such is a secure career pathway. Chemistry plays a crucial role in developing new medicines, materials and energy sources using greener methods for a better future.

**MChem Chemistry Overview**
MChem Chemistry at Heriot-Watt University is a 5-year undergraduate degree accredited by the Royal Society...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

5 Years

Start Date

08/09/2025

Campus

Edinburgh Campus

Course Address
Riccarton
Edinburgh
EH14 4AS

Application Details

Course Code

F101

Institution Code

H24

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

A,A,A,B

including A in Chemistry and B in Maths/Physics/Engineering Science

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

30

with Higher Level Chemistry and Mathematics at 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: 33 points with Higher Level Chemistry and Mathematics at 6.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDM

in a relevant subject (including sufficient Chemistry and Maths) for entry to Year 1.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)

Scottish Advanced Higher

A,B

in Chemistry and Mathematics, plus Highers AAAB for entry to Year 2.

Scottish HNC

Pass

HNC in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Chemistry) with A in graded unit for entry to Year 1.

Scottish HND

Pass

HND in relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Chemistry) with BB in graded units for entry to Year 1. For Year 2 entry: HND in a relevant subject (including sufficient Maths and Chemistry) with BB in graded units.

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)

Pass

We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.

A level

B,B,B

A,A,B

including Chemistry and Maths for entry to Year 1. For Year 2 entry: AAB including Chemistry and Maths.

T Level

We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.

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Fees and funding

Scotland £1,820
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,250
EU, International £25,008

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