MChem Chemistry
About this course
MChem in Chemistry. Core topics include Microelectronics, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. In the third year, students undertake a 48-week supervised training placement in a university research group, followed by a substantial research project in the final year.
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Entry requirements
BBB-BCC at A Level including a minimum grade B in Chemistry. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. DDM-DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 120-104 UCAS points including a minimum grade B in Chemistry at A Level. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit with at least 21 in Chemistry. 120-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications, including Higher Level Chemistry at grade 5.
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What students say
Based on about 35 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 81%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 40%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 125 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 18%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 48%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 6%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 65%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Research Project
- Targeted Synthesis of Organic Compounds
- Surfaces, Polymers and Theoretical Chemistry
- Applied Organometallic and Coordination Chemistry
- Separation Techniques & Analytical Toxicology
- Interpretation of Forensic Evidence
- Forensic Science and the Law
- Mass Spectrometry, NMR, Electroanalysis & Sensors
- Chemical Engineering 2
- Sustainable Industrial Systems
- Soil Contamination and Ecological Restoration
- Structure: From Atoms to Molecules and Materials
- The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
- States of Matter, Kinetics and Thermodynamics
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- Data Handling
- Techniques of Practical Chemistry
- Coordination Complexes and Inorganic Materials
- Methods and Strategies in Organic Synthesis
- Physical Chemistry: Principles of Chemical Change
- Molecular Analysis & Instrumental Methods
- Practical Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering 1
- Forensic Biology Awareness
- Crime Scene and Forensic Examinations
- Supervised Training
- Research Project
- Scientific Communication
- Advanced General Chemistry
- Separation Techniques & Analytical Toxicology
- Mass Spectrometry, NMR, Electroanalysis & Sensors
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £34,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £5,500 less than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on MChem Chemistry at University of Huddersfield?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.