Chemistry MSci (Hons)
Queen Mary University of London
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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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Sustainable technologies, new healthcare materials, disease treatments – future developments can be found here. Alfred Nobel invented dynamite. Marie Curie pioneered research on radioactivity. And Alice Ball developed the first successful treatment for leprosy. What will you discover? Minimising the environmental impact of chemical processes and creating long-lasting materials for medicine are just a few of the exciting developments in recent chemistry. On BSc Chemistry, you’ll join like-minded ...Read more

Sustainable technologies, new healthcare materials, disease treatments – future developments can be found here. Alfred Nobel invented dynamite. Marie Curie pioneered research on radioactivity. And Alice Ball developed the first successful treatment for leprosy. What will you discover? Minimising the environmental impact of chemical processes and creating long-lasting materials for medicine are just a few of the exciting developments in recent chemistry. On BSc Chemistry, you’ll join like-minded students who are keen to tackle global challenges and make a valuable contribution to society. Hands on learning Spectroscopy, quantum chemistry, and organic synthesis – these are just some of the modules you can study. You’ll thrive as you put knowledge into action in our modern facilities. Including our state-of-the-art laboratory and analytical suite. We’re at the forefront of research and teaching. Globally recognised and multi award-winning. Our course is also accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, giving you the confidence that your education is high quality. Employability is important to us. We work closely with the careers team and regularly invite successful industry speakers. We also offer the opportunity for you to become a school rep, outreach ambassador, and join our chemistry society. Could you be the next trailblazing criminal justice or sustainability scientist? Or perhaps you’ll inform policy making or educate the next generation. This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, giving graduates Associate Member status.

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WUSCA ranking:
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91/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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36th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
50th
Chemistry
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
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80%
Average salary
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Chemistry graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Chemistry graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAB Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Including A Level ChemistryExcluded subjects: General Studies and Critical ThinkingPlease note:You will also be excepted to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ.

6,6,5 from three HL subjects including Chemistry at HL

Popular A-level subjects

Chemistry

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Chemistry
99%
Biology
72%
Mathematics
68%
Physics
13%
Psychology
12%
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Tuition fees

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England

£28,350 per year

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Students from England

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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

£28,350 per year

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Students from Scotland

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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

£28,350 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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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

£28,350 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

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Queen Mary University of London
Mile End Road London Tower Hamlets E1 4NS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Mile End  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Limehouse  0.4 miles away
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