Program Overview
The Chemistry at University of Southampton is a MChem programme in Natural Sciences over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Chemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 16,054 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Environmental Chemistry 1: Aquatic Chemistry
- Earth and ocean system
- Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry I
- Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry I
- Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry I
- Ecology and Evolution
- Metabolism and Metabolic Disorders
- Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
- Primary Education: systems and structures
- Secondary Education: Systems and Structures
- Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry II
- Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry II
- Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry II
- Pure and applied population ecology
- Exploring Proteins: Structure and Function
- Pharmacology A
- Environmental Chemistry 1: Aquatic Chemistry
- Introduction to ocean biogeochemistry
- Earth and ocean system
- Pharmacology B
- Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
- Primary Education: systems and structures
- Secondary Education: Systems and Structures.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- If you are not studying Maths at A level (or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University), we prefer an A or 7 grade in GCSE Maths, but a B or 6 grade will be considered. Otherwise, the minimum requirement is grade C or 4 in English. This is supplementary to your A level (or equivalent) qualifications.\xc2\xa0
- AAA, for students taking Chemistry plus one other acceptable science or mathematics subject.
- Acceptable subjects: Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Biology, Human Biology, Geology,\xc2\xa0
- Offers may be subject to adjustment, based on discussion with the applicant, formal interview, or on a contextual basis.
- 36 points, 6 in Chemistry and 1 acceptable subject at Higher Level
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,054 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 16,054 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Southampton is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-28
- Language English
- Duration 48 months