MChem Chemistry with Study Abroad
About this course
MChem in Chemistry with Study Abroad, a chemistry degree centred on molecular structure, synthesis, chemical equilibria, and analytical techniques. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Mathematical Modelling, Statistics, Microelectronics, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a compulsory year abroad at a host institution in the third year, and culminates in a fourth-year chemical research project. The first year covers core foundations through Fundamentals of Chemistry, Organic Chemistry 1, Fundamental Laboratory Skills, and Instrumental Methods of Analysis. The second year advances core knowledge via Structural Chemistry, Organic Chemistry 2, Inorganic Chemistry 2, and Quantum Theory, Spectroscopy and Bonding. The third year consists of a Full Year Study Abroad undertaking equivalent coursework at a partner institution. The final year involves an independent Chemical Research Project alongside optional modules spanning advanced topics such as Advanced Organic Synthesis, Advanced Physical Chemistry, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Frontiers in Sustainable Chemistry, and Frontiers in Drug Development.
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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 70 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 96%
- Access course: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
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
- Full Year Study Abroad
- 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 with Study Abroad 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 with Study Abroad 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 with Study Abroad 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 with Study Abroad at Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 158 UCAS points.
Does MChem Chemistry with Study Abroad at Queen's University Belfast include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on MChem Chemistry with Study Abroad at Queen's University Belfast?
86% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.