MSci Chemistry with Work Placement
About this course
MSci in Chemistry with Work Placement, a chemistry degree centred on the science of molecules and materials. The curriculum incorporates a professional work placement year during the fourth year. The final year culminates in an independent research project alongside advanced studies. The first year covers core principles through Chemistry 1. The second year progresses with Chemistry 2X and Chemistry 2Y. The third year builds advanced knowledge through Inorganic Chemistry 3, Organic Chemistry 3, Physical Chemistry 3, and Frontiers Of Chemistry 3M. Following the industry placement in year four, the fifth year focuses on specialist topics and complex problem-solving via Chemistry Special Topics 4M (A), Chemistry Problems 4M (A), Inorganic Chemistry 4M (A), and Organic Chemistry 4M, supported by the Chemistry Project 4M (A).
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Chemistry.) IB: 32 (5,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Chemistry.) 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 ABBB by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Chemistry at AB/BA. Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : ABBB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Chemistry. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 75%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 58%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 51%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 50%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 170 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 7%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 72%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Modules
- Chemistry 1
- Chemistry 2X
- Chemistry 2Y
- Inorganic Chemistry 3
- Organic Chemistry 3
- Physical Chemistry 3
- Frontiers Of Chemistry 3M
- Chemistry MSci: Work Placement Year
- Chemistry Special Topics 4M (A)
- Chemistry Problems 4M (A)
- Inorganic Chemistry 4M (A)
- Organic Chemistry 4M
- Physical Chemistry 4M (A)
- Chemistry Project 4M (A)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Chemistry with Work Placement at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £35,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,000 and £42,000. The £35,000 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of MSci Chemistry with Work Placement at University of Glasgow 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 Work Placement at University of Glasgow?
83% 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 Work Placement at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 194 UCAS points.
Is MSci Chemistry with Work Placement at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does MSci Chemistry with Work Placement at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MSci Chemistry with Work Placement at University of Glasgow?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.