Chemistry BSc (Hons)
University of Chester
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 Years

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This course provides you with a broad base of fundamental chemistry, and the practical skills to begin a rewarding career in science.On this course you will learn the fundamentals of chemistry, the supporting skills and methods for study, and you will have the opportunity to work with a local company. As you progress, you will learn more of the specialist techniques and theories of chemistry, and also build your professional networks. The further you develop, the deeper you will delve into the ...Read more

This course provides you with a broad base of fundamental chemistry, and the practical skills to begin a rewarding career in science.On this course you will learn the fundamentals of chemistry, the supporting skills and methods for study, and you will have the opportunity to work with a local company. As you progress, you will learn more of the specialist techniques and theories of chemistry, and also build your professional networks. The further you develop, the deeper you will delve into the core of chemistry, and applications in industry and the environment.Our academic staff in the Faculty of Science, Business and Enterprise are from a range of backgrounds, including experienced international researchers, industrialists and educationalists, to ensure your time with us at Chester allows you to make the most of your potential.Working with our industrial partners and the wider community, you will gain relevant commercial experience throughout your studies via our close relationships with commercial partners, and with a fantastic range of facilities you’ll have everything you need to get the most out of your degree.

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2/101
CUG Ranking
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56th
What students say
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08 Feb 24

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BCC - BBC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3,H4 Grades / Points required

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

including Chemistry

including Chemistry

Access to HE Diploma (Chemistry at Level 3) to include 30 level 3 credits at Merit

including 5 in HL Chemistry

including H3 in Chemistry

Can only consider in combination with A level Chemistry

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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University of Chester
Parkgate Road Chester Cheshire CH1 4BJ United Kingdom
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