Chemical Physics
About this course
BSc/MSci in Chemical Physics, a physics degree bridging chemistry and physics to study atoms, molecules and matter interactions. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling. The fourth year concludes with a chemistry project. The first year introduces foundational material through Chemistry 1, Physics 1 and Mathematics 1. The second year expands the curriculum with Chemistry 2X, Chemistry 2Y, Physics 2, Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus and Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra. The third year moves into advanced study via Mathematical Methods 1, Waves & Diffraction, Quantum Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Honours Physics Laboratory, Inorganic Chemistry 3 (Half) and Physical Chemistry 3. The final year involves specialised study through Electromagnetic Theory 1, Solid State Physics, Atomic Systems, Physical Chemistry 4H, Inorganic Chemistry 4H (Half), Chemistry Special Topics 4H Half and Chemistry Project 4H.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL Chemistry, Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics.) Scottish Higher: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics at AAA. (B may be considered in one). Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 59 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 73%
- Assessment and feedback: 62%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 125 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 89%
- Left higher education: 11%
What graduates do next
Based on about 35 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 51%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 21%
- Unemployed: 6%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 30%
- Information Technology Professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 5%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 72%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 160 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 13%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Modules
- Chemistry 1
- Physics 1
- Mathematics 1
- Chemistry 2X
- Chemistry 2Y
- Physics 2
- Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus
- Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Methods 1
- Waves & Diffraction
- Quantum Mechanics
- Thermal Physics
- Honours Physics Laboratory
- Inorganic Chemistry 3 (Half)
- Physical Chemistry 3
- Electromagnetic Theory 1
- Solid State Physics
- Atomic Systems
- Physical Chemistry 4H
- Inorganic Chemistry 4H (Half)
- Chemistry Special Topics 4H Half
- Chemistry Project 4H
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,500 and £44,000. The £37,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 210 UCAS points.
Is Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Chemical Physics at University of Glasgow?
89% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.