MChem Chemistry
About this course
MChem in Chemistry, exploring molecular structure, synthesis, and physical chemistry principles over four years of study. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Mathematical Modelling, Statistics, Microelectronics, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students undertake a substantial independent research project during the final year of the degree.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Chemistry and a second Science subject + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6. IB: 36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level to include Higher Level Chemistry and a second Science subject + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6.
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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: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 86%
- Left higher education: 14%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 30%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry 1
- Fundamental Laboratory Skills
- Instrumental Methods of Analysis
- Practical Skills for Chemistry 1
- Mathematics for Chemists
- Inorganic Chemistry 1
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Structural Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry 2
- Industrial and Green Chemistry
- Quantum Theory, Spectroscopy and Bonding
- Physical Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry 3
- Physical Chemistry 3
- Advanced Chemistry Options
- Organic Chemistry 3: Structure and Reactivity
- Advanced Practical Work in Chemistry
- Chemical Research Project
- Advanced Organic Synthesis
- Advanced Physical Chemistry
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- Frontiers in Sustainable Chemistry
- Frontiers in Drug Development (Medicinal Chemistry 4)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MChem Chemistry at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £35,000. The £31,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 more than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of MChem Chemistry at Queen's University Belfast do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MChem Chemistry at Queen's University Belfast?
88% 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 Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 175 UCAS points.
How many students continue on MChem Chemistry at Queen's University Belfast?
86% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.