Chemical physics is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across two major fields of physical science.
From the fundamental physics of individual atoms and molecules to soft and hard condensed matter physics. From dealing with matter from the molecules of life to the latest technological materials.
A modern chemical physicist is equipped with the tools to make significant contributions to a sustainable, secure and healthy future for the coming generations, through the development of:
* efficient renewable energy sources
* smar...
Chemical physics is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across two major fields of physical science. <br/><br/>From the fundamental physics of individual atoms and molecules to soft and hard condensed matter physics. From dealing with matter from the molecules of life to the latest technological materials. <br/><br/>A modern chemical physicist is equipped with the tools to make significant contributions to a sustainable, secure and healthy future for the coming generations, through the development of: <br/><br/><br/>* efficient renewable energy sources <br/><br/><br/>* smart materials and devices <br/><br/><br/>* targeted medicinal therapies <br/><br/><br/>A chemical physics degree from our University provides the framework for understanding the properties of matter, from the fundamentals to the latest research. <br/><br/>The degree focuses on the wide range of analytical and experimental skills necessary to practice the subject. It also provides insight into research through a final-year research project working at the cutting edge of the subject.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Central area campus
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F334
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Not Accepted
A,A,A,B
AAAB by end of S5 or AAAA by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Mathematics at A; Physics at B; Chemistry at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Advanced Higher Mathematics and Chemistry are recommended. National 5s: English at C.
37
32
from 37 points with 666 at HL to 32 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Chemistry at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5; Physics at 5. SL: English at 5.
A,A,A
A,B,B
AAA - ABB. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Chemistry at B; Mathematics at B; Physics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £38,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |