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BSc Chemistry

University of Birmingham

Institution
University of Birmingham
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Chemistry BSc
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
F100
Typical offer
A-level AAA, IB 32

Entry requirements

A Level: AAA - AAB to include A-level Chemistry. Further details below.. IB: 6,6,6 - 6,6,5 at Higher Level, including Chemistry at Higher Level, with a minimum of 32 points overall. Further information below.. BTEC: only considered when combined with other qualifications.

About this course

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry BSc, a chemistry degree exploring atomic structure, reactions, and materials. Core topics include Research Methods. The course includes laboratory work and practical investigations across the study period, concluding with a research project. The first year covers core foundations through modules such as General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry I, and Practical Chemistry I. The second year expands into advanced concepts with Inorganic Chemistry II, Organic Chemistry II, Physical Chemistry II, and Structural Analysis, alongside chemistry options. The final year involves specialized study in Molecules and Materials, Properties of Matter, Structure, Strategy and Spectroscopy, and Synthesis and Reactivity. Students also undertake Year 3 Research Methodology I, Year 3 Research Methodology II, and complete 3P1 Research Projects.

Modules

  • Discover: Themes in Chemistry
  • General Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry I
  • Organic Chemistry I
  • Physical Chemistry I
  • Practical Chemistry I
  • Chemistry Options
  • Inorganic Chemistry II
  • Organic Chemistry II
  • Physical Chemistry II
  • Practical Chemistry II
  • Structural Analysis
  • Molecules and Materials
  • Properties of Matter
  • Structure, Strategy and Spectroscopy
  • Synthesis and Reactivity
  • 3P1 Research Projects
  • Year 3 Research Methodology I
  • Year 3 Research Methodology II