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A Chemistry degree at Northumbria provides you with a required foundation in core chemistry. It supplies a range of options including:
- Natural Product and Medicinal Chemistry
- Advanced Instrumental and Structural Methods
- Theoretical and Computational Methods
- A year out in industry
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**Are you passionate about chemistry? Do you have an intellectual curiosity and a thirst for knowledge? Are you interested in exploring a cutting-edge subject with applications that impact our society and our planet?**<br/><br/>A Chemistry degree at Northumbria provides you with a required foundation in core chemistry. It supplies a range of options including:<br/><br/><br/>- Natural Product and Medicinal Chemistry<br/><br/><br/>- Advanced Instrumental and Structural Methods<br/><br/><br/>- Theoretical and Computational Methods<br/><br/><br/>- A year out in industry<br/><br/><br/>The MChem course follows the path of the BSc Chemistry degree, with an additional year-long research project in the 4th year alongside additional final year modules focussing on cutting edge research fields. The additional year provides significant further laboratory experience and opportunities to apply your knowledge from the first 3 years of the course.<br/><br/>Alongside the opportunity to gain hands-on practical experience in our state-of-the-art laboratories, you will learn from our research-active team of academic staff comprising leaders in a range of research fields.<br/><br/>This degree will provide you with the knowledge, independent critical thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to become a well-rounded chemist. The degree will thoroughly prepare you for a career in the chemical industry or academia and will equip you with skills applicable in a wide range of fields. <br/><br/>This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F101
Institution Code
N77
Points of Entry
Year 1
96
112
From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Find out how many points your qualifications are worth by using the UCAS Tariff calculator: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator Northumbria University is committed to supporting all individuals to achieve their ambitions and we understand that every applicant’s circumstances can be different, which is why we take a flexible approach when making offers for this course. We have a range of schemes and alternative offers to make sure as many individuals as possible are given an opportunity to study at our university regardless of personal circumstances or background. Typically, offers range from 96 to 112 UCAS tariff points, but we’ll assess your individual circumstances and potential when reviewing your application To find out more, review our Northumbria Entry Requirement Essential Information page for further details www.northumbria.ac.uk/entryrequirementsinfo Subject Requirements: Applicants will need Grade B in A-level Chemistry, or a recognised equivalent. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths and English Langua
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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