This professionally accredited MChem degree includes a year of advanced study at Masters level and a year studying abroad in North America, Europe or Asia. It equips you with a thorough understanding of all the main areas of chemistry, alongside in-depth knowledge of those aspects of chemistry that are important to the pharmaceutical industry.
In your third year you have the opportunity to study chemistry at one of our partner universities overseas.
Youll then return to Newcastle for your fourth year, taking advanced modules that can prepare you for a career in re...
This professionally accredited MChem degree includes a year of advanced study at Masters level and a year studying abroad in North America, Europe or Asia. It equips you with a thorough understanding of all the main areas of chemistry, alongside in-depth knowledge of those aspects of chemistry that are important to the pharmaceutical industry.<br/><br/>In your third year you have the opportunity to study chemistry at one of our partner universities overseas.<br/><br/>Youll then return to Newcastle for your fourth year, taking advanced modules that can prepare you for a career in research, such as:<br/>- advanced methods in drug discovery<br/><br/><br/>- organic synthesis for drug targets<br/><br/><br/>- further organic and inorganic chemistry<br/><br/><br/>Supported by our research-active staff, you also conduct an extended research project in an area of chemistry of your choice, contributing to knowledge at the cutting edge of the field.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F156
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B AAABB at Higher Grade including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at a higher level. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Access to HE DiplomaD:45 45 level 3 credits at Distinction, to include at least 15 credits in Chemistry. Credits in Maths, Physics and Biology are also desirable. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme33 33 points overall with Higher Level Chemistry at grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H1,H2,H2,H3 H1H1H2H2H3 at Higher Level to include Chemistry at Grade H2. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 D3 D3 M2 in Principal Subjects including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required if not offered at a higher level. Extended ProjectWe welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme. A levelA,A,B AAB including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required if not offered at a higher level. T LevelNot Accepted |
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