MChem Chemistry
About this course
MChem in Chemistry MChem, a chemistry degree centred on fundamental molecular science, laboratory investigation and professional chemical practice. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship. The course includes a final-year research project conducted alongside academic research experts, and holds professional accreditation. Following foundational introductory modules in the first year, students study compulsory subjects 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. The second year introduces intermediate laboratory work and theoretical concepts through modules including Chemistry Lab and Skills, Chemical Structure and Reactivity, Measurement and Modelling of Chemical Systems, and Further Core Chemistry, alongside optional choices like Biological Chemistry and Introduction to Sustainable Chemistry. The third year advances into specialised topics via compulsory modules such as Mathematical and Physical Sciences Projects and Professional Skills, Advanced Organic Chemistry, Advanced Physical Chemistry, and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, supplemented by options including Sustainable Energy Technologies and Systems, Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and Digital Chemistry. The final year centres on the compulsory Research Project module alongside a broad selection of advanced optional modules spanning materials chemistry, asymmetric synthesis, theoretical chemistry, sustainable technologies, industrial catalysis, pharmacology and drug design, science communication, and enterprise.
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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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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 2 UCAS decisions for MChem Chemistry (F105) at the University of Sheffield for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAB at A level.
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 100%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 45%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
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%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
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, 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
- Research Project
- Advanced Materials Chemistry
- Catalysis and Asymmetric Synthesis
- Chemistry of Light
- Methods and Models in Theoretical Chemistry
- Sustainability technologies
- Modern Industrial Catalysis
- Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design
- Communication for Sustainability Researchers
- Enterprise and Innovation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MChem 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 MChem Chemistry at University of Sheffield do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MChem Chemistry at University of Sheffield?
97% 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 University of Sheffield?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 159 UCAS points.
Is MChem Chemistry at University of Sheffield accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does MChem 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 MChem Chemistry at University of Sheffield?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.