BSc Chemistry with Foundation
About this course
BSc in Chemistry with Foundation, a four-year programme beginning with a foundation year. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Data Analysis, Programming, Communication & Writing, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The final year centres on a research project, with options spanning the department's specialisms in analytical chemistry, synthesis, polymers, surface science and computational drug design. A school-based teaching project is available in the final year for those considering teaching as a career.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB - for applicants without Chemistry CCC - for applicants with Chemistry IB: 30 - for applicants without Chemistry 24 - for applicants with Chemistry at higher level If you would like to receive personalised advice on your eligibility for our Foundation courses, please ask us a question . DMM
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What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 99%
- Learning opportunities: 97%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 24 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Customer service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 18%
- South East: 47%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 4%
Who gets in
Based on about 75 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 97%
- Access course: 1%
- Foundation course: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for partially meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundation Biology 1
- Foundation Chemistry 1
- Foundation Chemistry 2
- Academic and Scientific skills: Foundations for tackling Global Challenges 1
- Foundation Biology 2
- Foundation Pharmacology: Core Concepts and Practice
- Ecology and Environmental Sustainability
- Mathematics for Chemists
- Chemistry Practicals 1
- Fundamentals of Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
- Shape, Structure and Reactivity in Organic Chemistry
- Physical Processes and Molecular Organisation
- Contemporary Problems in Chemistry
- Further Inorganic Chemistry
- Further Organic Chemistry
- Further Physical Chemistry
- Chemistry Practicals 2
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry 1
- Core Cosmetic Science 1
- Chemistry Project 3
- Chemistry Core 1 (Inorganic and Organic)
- Chemistry Core 2 (Physical and Analytical)
- Further Cosmetic Science
- Further Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Chemistry in the Natural World
- Polymers in Nature and Industry
- Solid State Chemistry
- School Education Project
- Python, AI and Machine Learning for the Chemical Sciences
- Innovation and Product Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry with Foundation at University of Reading earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £41,500. The £34,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Chemistry with Foundation at University of Reading do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Chemistry with Foundation at University of Reading?
99% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Chemistry with Foundation at University of Reading?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is BSc Chemistry with Foundation at University of Reading accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for partially meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
How many students continue on BSc Chemistry with Foundation at University of Reading?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.