BSc Chemistry
About this course
BSc in Chemistry BSc, a chemistry degree centred on fundamental principles, practical methodologies and molecular systems. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. The first year establishes core foundations through modules such as Fundamentals of Chemistry 1, Fundamentals of Chemistry 2, Essential Skills for Chemists, and The chemical world around us: from biological chemistry to sustainability, introducing key practical techniques and academic skills. The second year progresses to advanced practical work, structural reactivity, and measurement through Chemistry Lab and Skills, Chemical Structure and Reactivity, Measurement and Modelling of Chemical Systems, and Further Core Chemistry, alongside optional study in Biological Chemistry or Introduction to Sustainable Chemistry. The final year focuses on advanced theoretical and experimental concepts via Mathematical and Physical Sciences Projects and Professional Skills, Advanced Organic Chemistry, Advanced Physical Chemistry, and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, complemented by optional modules such as Sustainable Energy Technologies and Systems, Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and Digital Chemistry.
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Entry requirements
A Level: AAB IB: 34, with 5 in Higher Level Chemistry; 33, with 5 in Higher Level Chemistry, and B in the extended essay
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What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 65%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 150 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 34%
- East Midlands: 9%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 13%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
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
- Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
- Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
- Essential Skills for Chemists
- The chemical world around us: from biological chemistry to sustainability
- Chemistry Lab and Skills
- Chemical Structure and Reactivity
- Measurement and Modelling of Chemical Systems
- Further Core Chemistry
- Biological Chemistry
- Introduction to Sustainable Chemistry
- Mathematical and Physical Sciences Projects and Professional Skills
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Physical Chemistry
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- Sustainable Energy Technologies and Systems
- Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology
- Digital Chemistry
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry at University of Sheffield earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,000 and £41,000. The £33,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Chemistry at University of Sheffield do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Chemistry at University of Sheffield?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Chemistry at University of Sheffield?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 145 UCAS points.
Is BSc Chemistry at University of Sheffield accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for partially meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does BSc Chemistry at University of Sheffield 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 at University of Sheffield?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.