BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Chemistry (Extended Degree), a chemistry degree centred on core chemical principles and practical laboratory investigations. Core topics include Computer Architecture, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a compulsory foundation year and offers optional routes for an industrial placement year or a study abroad period, culminating in a chemistry research project. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. The course begins with a foundation year featuring modules such as Scientific and Numeracy Skills, Practical Skills in Science, and Introduction to Chemistry, which establish essential academic and numerical competencies. The following years advance through core subjects via modules including Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry, Principles of Chemical Structure, Organic Chemistry, and Analytical Methods. Further study covers areas such as Applied Chemistry and Chemical Information Science. In the final stage, compulsory modules like Advanced Organic and Inorganic Chemistry and Advanced Physical and Polymer Chemistry build upon earlier learning, while optional modules allow students to explore topics such as Natural Product and Medicinal Chemistry, Advanced Instrumental and Structural Methods, and Theoretical and Computational Methods alongside the final-year research project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 56 to 72 Tariff Points Subject requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 155 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 60%
- North West: 8%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 14%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 2%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 2%
- Scotland: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
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, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Scientific and Numeracy Skills
- Practical Skills in Science
- Research and Science Communication Project
- Introduction to Biology
- Introduction to Chemistry
- Digital Literacy
- Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
- Principles of Chemical Structure
- Elements of Physical Chemistry
- Introduction to Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
- Academic Skills for Chemistry
- Practical and Professional Skills for Chemists
- Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Analytical Methods
- Chemical Information Science
- Applied Chemistry
- Study Abroad
- Industrial Placement Year
- Advanced Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
- Advanced Physical and Polymer Chemistry
- Natural Product and Medicinal Chemistry
- Advanced Instrumental and Structural Methods
- Theoretical and Computational Methods
- Chemistry Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £32,000. The £26,500 median after five years is £7,500 less than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University?
The typical offer is CA at A level. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Is BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Chemistry (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.