Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry with a year abroad MChem

Course Overview - Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry with a year abroad MChem

Chemistry is often referred to as the central science. It covers topics as diverse as quantum mechanics and the study of atomic particles, to the molecular nature of biological systems and the Human Genome Project.

This degree will give you a strong grounding in fundamental chemistry. Youll also develop specialist knowledge of chemistry for biology and medicine, from the use of powerful microscopes to investigate the causes of genetic disease to exploring new treatments for cancer.

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

10/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD

Application Details

Course Code

F153

Institution Code

Y50

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Access to HE Diploma

D:39,M:6

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction including at least 15 in Chemistry-related units, 15 in a second Science (Biology, Mathematics or Physics) and 6 at Merit or higher.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

35

36

With 6 in Higher Level Chemistry.

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

DDD

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Chemistry (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

DDD

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Chemistry (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2,D3,D3

D3,D3,M2

Cambridge Pre-U Chemistry at grade D3 is essential.

Extended Project

We recognise the value of this qualification although it will not be included as a condition of entry. It may be taken in to consideration when you receive your results.

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

A*

B

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

A level

A*,A,A

A,A,B

Essential Subjects: Chemistry (or equivalent) at grade A is essential. A second Science or Mathematics is preferred. We consider the following subjects as a second Science: Biology, Computer Science, Electronics, Environmental Science, Further Mathematics, Geology, Mathematics, Physics and Psychology. Information: Applicants taking Science A Levels that include a practical component will be required to pass.

T Level

We consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in Chemistry (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.

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Fees and funding

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,250
EU, International £31,100

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