Chemistry degrees in South West England

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University of Plymouth

2 chemistry courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 20th
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WUSCA ranking: 87th
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What students say about chemistry

As an international Environmental Management student, my time at Plymouth has been defined by two things: academic freedom and incredible support. When I faced significant personal loss and financial struggles that impacted my attendance, the faculty didn't write me off they gave me the flexibility to recover and succeed. The course itself is far more than just exams. I was able to lead complex, consultancy-style projects (like my work on Singapore Heat Stress policies) that felt like real professional work, not just coursework. The resources in the Marine Building and library are top-tier for anyone willing to push themselves. Plymouth offers a rare balance: it challenges you intellectually to reach distinction levels, but supports you personally when life gets hard. Highly recommended for students who want resilience alongside their degree.

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Chemistry
calculator icon 104 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Inorganic Chemistry (CHM1017)
  • Mathematical and Computational Chemistry (CHM1018)
  • Organic Chemistry (CHM1019)
  • Physical Chemistry (CHM1020)
  • Practice of Chemistry (CHM1011)
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Chemistry with Foundation Year
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  • Inorganic Chemistry (CHM1017)
  • Mathematical and Computational Chemistry (CHM1018)
  • Organic Chemistry (CHM1019)
  • Physical Chemistry (CHM1020)
  • Practice of Chemistry (CHM1011)
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University of Bristol

8 chemistry courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 8th
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I enjoyed the course and it’s structure. I believe, that it set me up well for my research project and gave me the skills that employers are looking for. The worse aspect was the lack of time for activities outside of studying. Lectures and assignments took up most of the day and evening, especially during coursework and exam season.

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Chemistry
calculator icon 112-159 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Building Blocks of Chemistry 1
  • Building Blocks of Chemistry 2
  • Introductory Practical Chemistry
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Chemistry - MSci (Hons)
calculator icon 112-165 ucas points clock icon 4 years full time
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  • Building Blocks of Chemistry 1
  • Building Blocks of Chemistry 2
  • Introductory Practical Chemistry
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University of Exeter

1 chemistry courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 53th
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Lovely nature-based campus and close-knit community feel, as it is so small compared to my undergrad in Bristol. The ecology department is amazing – kind and engaging lectures and guest lecturer seminars for wider context. Improvements – bus prices are high. It would be amazing if there was a full-size pool. Dance studio access for both Exeter and Falmouth students.

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Marine Science
calculator icon 120-147 ucas points clock icon 3 years full time
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Year 1
  • Atmospheric and oceanic systems, their interactions and importance
  • Earth System Science
  • Introduction to data science
  • Marine Biology
  • Marine Science Tutorials
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University of Bath

13 chemistry courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 11th
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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Generally a great collection of faculty and always researching for ways to be more sustainable and inclusive. could be better in providing resources for students in healthcare degrees as career development opportunities are all surrounding corporate career

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Year 1
  • Analytical and spectroscopic techniques
  • Foundations and applications of chemistry
  • Introduction to accounting
  • Organisational behaviour
  • Skills for chemists
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