BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry
About this course
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Year in Industry, a chemistry degree focused on chemical science and industrial applications. Core topics include Research Methods. This four-year degree includes a dedicated industrial placement year. The first year covers core foundations through Inorganic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry I, Physical Chemistry I and Practical Chemistry I. The second year builds upon this knowledge with Inorganic Chemistry II, Organic Chemistry II, Physical Chemistry II and Practical Chemistry II. The third year is spent on an industrial placement focusing on an industrial project. The final year involves advanced study and research through Molecules and Materials, Structure, Strategy and Spectroscopy, Synthesis and Reactivity, and 3P1 Research Projects.
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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.
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 25%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 30%
- Engineering professionals: 15%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 135 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 44%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 11%
- South East: 16%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
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
- Industrial Project
- 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
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham earn?
The median salary is £30,500 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £41,000. The £33,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 160 UCAS points.
Is BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.