
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Medicinal and Biological Chemistry BSc (Hons)
Chemistry plays an important role in our society. It is central to finding sustainable solutions to global problems. This includes developing new drugs and vaccines, researching clean energy resources, and feeding a growing population.
On this degree, youll explore the interplay between chemistry and biology to develop an understanding of human disease and drug design. From drug design and development to understanding how we can engineer biochemical pathways, this course will place you at the forefront of innovation in pharmaceuticals, chemical biology and biotechnology. O...
Chemistry plays an important role in our society. It is central to finding sustainable solutions to global problems. This includes developing new drugs and vaccines, researching clean energy resources, and feeding a growing population. <br/><br/>On this degree, youll explore the interplay between chemistry and biology to develop an understanding of human disease and drug design. From drug design and development to understanding how we can engineer biochemical pathways, this course will place you at the forefront of innovation in pharmaceuticals, chemical biology and biotechnology. Optional modules allow you to tailor your degree to your own interests.<br/><br/>Youll be taught by experts who will feed your curiosity for this exciting subject. You may even recognise some of our staff from the popular Periodic Videos YouTube channel.<br/><br/><strong>Sustainable chemistry</strong> <br/><br/>Green and sustainable chemistry is a key research interest here at the University of Nottingham. We have active research in using chemistry as a tool to tackle global challenges. These challenges include developing benign synthesis for manufacture, decreasing our reliance on fossil fuels for power generation and how to develop next-generation materials that impact batteries and solar panels. On this degree, you can study optional modules in green and sustainable chemistry. These modules will give you an understanding of how to make chemical processes more environmentally friendly and how to use chemistry to tackle environmental challenges. <br/><br/><strong>Careers and employability</strong> <br/><br/>The University of Nottingham is the third-most targeted university in the UK by leading employers (High Fliers Graduate Market in 2025). A degree in chemistry will prepare you for a wide range of careers. You will develop the necessary academic and practical skills for a career in industry, whether that be in pharmaceutical, petrochemical, cosmetics or others. You will also develop your written and oral communication skills, and gain transferable skills such as problem-solving, numeracy and data analysis. A significant proportion of our students go on to postgraduate study. <br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong> <br/><br/><br/>* This course is accredited by the RSC. It partially fulfils the academic requirements for Chartered Chem (CChem).<br/><br/><br/>* Choose from a range of optional modules that interest you <br/><br/><br/>* Put theory into practice in our modern labs and facilities <br/><br/><br/>* Flexibility to transfer between most chemistry degrees <br/><br/><br/>* Benefit from small-group tutorials that support your learning<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
FC17
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
Can be accepted when combined with appropriate Scottish Advanced Higher subjects.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
All applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient chemistry has been studied.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
30
including 6 in Chemistry at Higher Level. or 665 in 3 HL certificates including HL 6 Chemistry
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD Applied Science considered case by case.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
A,B
AA + AABBB from Highers AB + ABBBB from Highers
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M1,M2
D3,M2,M3
including D3 in Chemistry
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
in combination with 2 x A-Levels grade A+B (A in Chemistry)
A level
A,A,B
A,B,B
including Chemistry at grade A
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Can be accepted when combined with appropriate A Level subjects - please contact School for further information.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £33,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |