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Chemistry

BSc (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · 14/09/2026 · UndergraduateUniversity of Strathclyde

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Course summary

Unravel the mysteries of molecular structure and reactivity.

Why Chemistry at Strathclyde?
Ranked 1st in the UK for Chemistry, with the maximum score of 100/100 (Guardian University Guide, 2026)
Benefit from our industrial placement scheme, strong industry links and close relationships with professional bodies.
Option to switch between other MChem courses and BSc degrees, such as BSc (Honours) Chemistry, up to Year 3.
AstraZeneca and GSK offer a bursary scheme for undergraduates in chemistry.
Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
Study of pure and applied chemistry
provides maximum flexibility when
choosing a career path.

Your Career
A degree in chemistry opens doors to a wide range of job opportunities. The range of available roles is considerable and covers many different types of chemistry and industries such as nanotechnology, large-scale chemical plants, the drinks and pharmaceutical industries and teaching.

Recent graduate job roles include:
Chemical analyst
Graduate scientist
Industrial chemist
Laboratory chemist
Research chemist

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Strathclyde

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 14/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
F100
Institution code:
S78
Campus name:
University of Strathclyde
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
F100
Institution code:
S78
Campus name:
University of Strathclyde
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Standard Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - BBB

Year 1 entry: BBB (Chemistry, and one of Maths, Physics or Biology) Year 2 entry: BBB (Chemistry B and Maths B)

Scottish Higher - AABC - ABBB

(Chemistry B and Maths B) Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Advanced Higher Chemistry and Maths recommended for S6 study and to compensate for missed Higher grades in S5.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points

Year 1 entry: 30 (Chemistry at HL and one of Maths, Physics or Biology at HL) Year 2 entry: 30 (Chemistry and Maths at HL)

Scottish HNC - Pass

Relevant HNC, B in Graded Unit

Scottish HND - Pass

Year 2 Entry, Relevant HND, BBB in Graded Units

Minimum Qualification Requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

-

Scottish Higher - ABBC - BBBB

(Chemistry B and Maths B) Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics.Advanced Higher Chemistry and Maths recommended for S6 study and to compensate for missed Higher grades in S5. Applicants with grades slightly below the minimum requirements may be considered for admission subject to successful completion of the Strathclyde STEM Summer School.

Scottish Advanced Higher - BBB

Year 2 entry. (Chemistry B and Maths B)

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not available

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.

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