Chemistry BSc (Hons)

Entry Requirements

• A-levels: BBC. Must include a B in chemistry.
• BTEC: DMM.
• International Baccalaureate: 28 points, specified subjects.
• Access to HE Diploma: pass with 60 credits overall. Must include 12 credits in chemistry. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 30 credits at merit and 15 credits at distinction.
• GCSEs (minimum grade C): at least three subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.

English Language Requirement:

• IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.

Curriculum

Year 1

Core chemistry

• Introduction to Chemical and Molecular Sciences
• Fundamental Chemical and Molecular Sciences
• Introduction to Experimental Work in Chemical and Molecular Sciences

Analytical chemistry

• Essentials of Analytical Chemistry

Chemical skills

• Introductory Skills in Molecular Science
• Introduction to Chemical Methodology
• Mathematical Skills for Scientists
• Introduction to Functions and Use of Calculus

Biochemistry theme

• Essentials of Cell Biology and Biochemistry
• Environmental chemistry theme
• Mineralogy and Petrology
• The Global Earth System

Year 2

Core chemistry

• Intermediate Chemistry
• Analytical chemistry
• Intermediate Analysis

Chemical skills

• Critical Skills for Chemistry Students
• Computational Chemistry and Chemical Databases
• Introduction to Statistics

Biochemistry theme

• Human Biochemistry

Environmental chemistry theme

• Introduction to Environmental Geochemistry
• Soil and Water Analysis

Year 3

Core modules

• Chemistry Project
• Advanced Chemistry
• Advanced Analytical Methodology

Optional modules (choose one)

• Nanotechnology
• Business Studies for Chemistry Students

Biochemistry theme

• Bioorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry

Environmental chemistry theme

• Case Studies in Environmental Pollution
• Water and Health
• Hydrogeology