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

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Canterbury Campus

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OCT-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Canterbury Campus

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OCT-26

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3 Years

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Interested in developing chemical compounds Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills to help tackle the challenges of the 21st century. From combating climate change and creating energy storage devices, to developing new pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Our distinctive course includes a set of ‘chemistry in context’ modules where you can apply your knowledge to ...Read more

Interested in developing chemical compounds Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills to help tackle the challenges of the 21st century. From combating climate change and creating energy storage devices, to developing new pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Our distinctive course includes a set of ‘chemistry in context’ modules where you can apply your knowledge to specific case studies. You'll also gain skills and knowledge that you can apply to solve real-world problems in areas such as chemistry and the environment. It is possible to select modules which lead to the Forensic Science pathway course Chemistry (Forensic Science) BScAccreditation:This course is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).Your future:You'll graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include excellent communication and problem-solving skills the ability to work independently or as part of a team analytical thinking and effective time management.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
40th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
Chemistry
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Chemistry graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Chemistry graduate salary
£24,000
What students say
S
Salina
10 Jan 24

I really enjoy working in the labrotary and working with a range of chemicals. In addition to this the library is very large and convient as it is in the centre of campus...Read more

K
Katy
04 Oct 23

The campus is beautiful - modern facilities dotted across Kent countryside and woodlands. I love watching the campus bunnies and squirrels skipping across the footpath as I walk..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBC - BCD Grades / Points required

A level:

BBC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

96 - 112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D 18 M 24 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

C Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Maths GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification. Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 - 24 Grades / Points required

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

DMM - MMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

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Popular A-level subjects

Chemistry

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

Chemistry
81%
Biology
53%
Mathematics
45%
Psychology
23%
Physics
18%
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Tuition fees

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Domestic

£9,535 per year

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£23,500 per year

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Students from EU

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£23,500 per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Chemistry reviews

Chemistry
Chemistry
S
Salina
10 Jan 24
Chemistry
I really enjoy working in the labrotary and working with a range of chemicals. In addition to this the library is very large and convient as it is in the centre of campus....
Read more
K
Katy
04 Oct 23
Chemistry - PhD
The campus is beautiful - modern facilities dotted across Kent countryside and woodlands. I love watching the campus bunnies and squirrels skipping across the footpath as I walk...
Read more
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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( 3.9) View reviews
CUG ranking
52nd
University of Kent
Canterbury Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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