MSci Chemistry with a Year in Industry
About this course
Master in Science in Chemistry with a Year in Industry, a chemistry degree exploring the breadth and depth of the central science. Core topics include Research Methods. This four-year course includes a dedicated industrial placement year spent working on an industrial project. The first year covers foundational concepts through Discover: Themes in Chemistry, General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry I, Physical Chemistry I, and Practical Chemistry I. The second year builds on this foundation with Inorganic Chemistry II, Organic Chemistry II, Physical Chemistry II, Practical Chemistry II, and Structural Analysis, alongside chemistry options. The third year involves an industrial project alongside intensive practical chemistry and distance learning modules. The final fourth year advances academic study through Advanced Chemical Topics I and Advanced Chemical Topics II, culminating in the 4P1 Masters Research Project.
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Entry requirements
A Level: A*AA - AAA to include A-level Chemistry. Further details below.. IB: 7,6,6 - 6,6,6 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
- Intensive Practical Chemistry (zero credit)
- Chemistry Distance Learning
- Industrial Project
- Advanced Chemical Topics I
- Advanced Chemical Topics II
- 4P1 Masters Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci 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 MSci 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 MSci 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 MSci Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 160 UCAS points.
Is MSci 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 MSci 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 MSci Chemistry with a Year in Industry at University of Birmingham?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.