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BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry or Research

University of Reading

Institution
University of Reading
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry or Research
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
F107
Typical offer
A-level BBB, IB 30

Entry requirements

A level: BBB, including grade B in A level Chemistry IB: 30 points overall, including at least 5 in Chemistry at higher level

About this course

BSc in Chemistry, combining the study of chemical principles with practical laboratory work. Core topics include programming, laboratory techniques, research methods, communication and writing, and artificial intelligence and machine learning. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, and students undertake a placement year in industry or research before completing a final-year research project.

Modules

  • Mathematics for Chemists
  • Chemistry Practicals 1
  • Fundamentals of Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
  • Shape, Structure and Reactivity in Organic Chemistry
  • Physical Processes and Molecular Organisation
  • Contemporary Problems in Chemistry
  • Further Inorganic Chemistry
  • Further Organic Chemistry
  • Further Physical Chemistry
  • Chemistry Practicals 2
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry 1
  • Core Cosmetic Science 1
  • Industrial Placement or Research Year
  • Chemistry Project 3
  • Chemistry Core 1 (Inorganic and Organic)
  • Chemistry Core 2 (Physical and Analytical)
  • Further Cosmetic Science
  • Further Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • Chemistry in the Natural World
  • Polymers in Nature and Industry
  • Solid State Chemistry
  • School Education Project
  • Python, AI and Machine Learning for the Chemical Sciences
  • Innovation and Product Development