Chemistry BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Chemistry BSc (Hons)

Choosing to study chemistry can open the door to an exciting range of career options. From practical scientist through research technologist to academic specialist, all can be reached, in part, through this contemporary, multi-disciplinary degree programme. Our innovative skills-based curriculum will give you the tools to succeed in your degree and our award-winning careers service will assist you in making choices for your future.

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

22/09/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
University Recruitment And Adm
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL

Application Details

Course Code

F100

Institution Code

M20

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers with grades AAB, including Chemistry and at least one other science or mathematics subject. Or Two Advanced Highers with grades AB in Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject and two Highers with grades AA in additional subjects. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Department Admissions Team.

Access to HE Diploma

D:39,M:6

We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course. The specific course requirements are 45 graded credits at Level 3 with a minimum of 39 credits at Distinction, 15 of which must be in chemistry and 15 in another science (mathematics, physics or biology), and remaining 6 credits at Merit. We may request a copy of your modules.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

36

36 points overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry and at least one other science or mathematics subject. We will accept Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.

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

We consider the National Extended Diploma in Applied Science with grades DDD. Please note that acceptability is dependent upon completing specific modules. The Biomedical Sciences pathway is not suitable for entry. The Analytical and Forensic Science pathway is suitable, but the following specific modules must be completed: Group A optional units must include: - Applications of Inorganic Chemistry - Applications of Organic Chemistry Group B optional units must include: - Industrial Chemical Reactions We highly recommend students take the module in Practical Chemical Analysis in Group A. The Physical Science pathway is suitable, but following specific modules must be completed: Group A optional units must include: - Applications of Inorganic Chemistry Industrial Chemical Reactions Group B optional units must include: - Applications of Organic Chemistry We highly recommend students take the module in Practical Chemical Analysis in Group A Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma We consider the National Diploma in Applied Science with grades DD when taken with a science A-level, preferably Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Biology, with grade A. Please note that acceptability is dependent upon completing specific modules. Please

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education, typically a minimum of five GCSEs/iGCSEs, including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least grade 4/C in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and grade 6/B in GCSE/iGCSE Mathematics.

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

Not Accepted

AS

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma

We consider all the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Qualifications (CTEC) alongside two A-levels or equivalent in Chemistry plus at least another science or mathematics. Entry requirements will depend upon the type of CTEC qualification being studied alongside the A Levels.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

We consider all the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Qualifications (CTEC) alongside two A-levels or equivalent in Chemistry plus at least another science or mathematics. Entry requirements will depend upon the type of CTEC qualification being studied alongside the A Levels.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers with grades AAB, including Chemistry and at least one other science or mathematics subject. Or Two Advanced Highers with grades AB in Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject and two Highers with grades AA in additional subjects. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Department Admissions Team.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D3, D3, D3 in Principal subjects, including Chemistry and at least one other science or mathematics subject. We also consider applicants offering a mix of Pre-U Principal Subjects and A-level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall are taken. The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. However, the qualification will not form part of your offer conditions. If you do not have the required grades or subjects you may want to consider our integrated foundation year.

Extended Project

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Departments may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and would consider this qualification at grade A when taken with two A-levels at grades AA, including Chemistry and one science or mathematics subject.

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

D

We consider the National Extended Certificate in Applied Science for entry with grade D when taken with two A-levels with grades AA, including Chemistry and preferably one of Physics, Mathematics or Biology. Please note that acceptability is dependent upon completing specific modules. Please refer to subject-specific criteria for the Extended Diploma in Applied Science above.

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

Not Accepted

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

D

We consider the National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science for entry with grade D when taken with two A-levels with grades AA, including Chemistry and preferably one of Physics, Mathematics or Biology. Please note that acceptability is dependent upon completing specific modules. Please refer to subject-specific criteria for the Extended Diploma in Applied Science above.

OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma

We consider all the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Qualifications (CTEC) alongside two A-levels or equivalent in Chemistry plus at least another science or mathematics. Entry requirements will depend upon the type of CTEC qualification being studied alongside the A Levels.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate

We consider all the Cambridge Level 3 Technical Qualifications (CTEC) alongside two A-levels or equivalent in Chemistry plus at least another science or mathematics. Entry requirements will depend upon the type of CTEC qualification being studied alongside the A Levels.

A level

A,A,A

AAA, including Chemistry and at least one other science or mathematics subject. Subjects considered to be science/mathematics subjects are Biology, Physics, Mathematics, and Further Mathematics. If you do not have the required grades or subjects you may want to consider our integrated foundation year . Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive. Typical Contextual Offer: AAB, including A in Chemistry and B or above in at least one other science or mathematics subject. Subjects considered to be science/mathematics subjects are Biology, Physics, Mathematics, and Further Mathematics. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.

T Level

Not Accepted

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