
Chemistry Msci (Hon)
Course Overview - Chemistry Msci (Hon)
Explore the breadth and depth of the central science that is key to solving global challenges with MSci Chemistry at Birmingham. Immerse yourself in modern chemistry to unlock diverse career opportunities.
Guided by world class researchers and educators, youll graduate with a deep appreciation across the breadth of chemistry, the confidence to propose innovative solutions and highly developed research skills. Whether you choose to continue on a chemical path or use your transferable analytical skills in a more diverse career, you will be a talented and valuable addition to ...
Explore the breadth and depth of the central science that is key to solving global challenges with MSci Chemistry at Birmingham. Immerse yourself in modern chemistry to unlock diverse career opportunities.<br/><br/>Guided by world class researchers and educators, youll graduate with a deep appreciation across the breadth of chemistry, the confidence to propose innovative solutions and highly developed research skills. Whether you choose to continue on a chemical path or use your transferable analytical skills in a more diverse career, you will be a talented and valuable addition to any workplace. <br/><br/>Explore the dynamic world of modern chemistry in a department that has produced several Nobel Prize-winners from over a century of pioneering teaching and cutting-edge research. Learn from international experts who’ll help you develop a rigorous understanding of underpinning concepts while introducing you to the most exciting aspects of the subject.<br/><br/>Combine core understanding with a flexible choice from areas that most interest you, such as analytical, biological, computational, medicinal, functional and energy materials, and sustainable synthesis. Build your practical and research skills in superbly-equipped and modern facilities, culminating in a final year project that you chose in in one of the our internationally-recognised research groups.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
F101
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
7,6,6 - 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry at Higher Level, with a minimum of 32 points overall. One or more additional science subjects at Higher Level is advantageous. A minimum of 5 at Standard Level English and 4 at Standard Level Maths is required for those students who do not have a minimum of grade C in English at GCSE and of grade B in Maths at GCSE.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC only considered when combined with other qualifications.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A level
A,A,A
A*,A,A
Offer will depend on subject combination. A level Chemistry. Minimum Mathematics requirement: GCSE grade 6. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Maths are not accepted.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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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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