BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching
About this course
BSc in BSc (Hons), MChem Chemistry with Teaching, a chemistry and teacher training degree centred on chemical principles, practical laboratory work, and secondary education studies. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students have the option to undertake a year abroad. The first year covers fundamental concepts through Chemistry: Principles & Practice 1 & 2, Practical & Transferable Skills, and Mathematics 1C alongside elective modules. The second year builds core knowledge via Inorganic Chemistry, Fundamental Organic Chemistry, and Practical Organic & Inorganic Chemistry. Year 3 advances studies with Physical Chemistry 2, Intermediate Organic Chemistry & Spectroscopy, and Chemical Biology. Year 4 shifts focus to educational theory and pedagogy through Education Studies: Professional Values 1, Professional Learning Through Enquiry 1, and Professional Skills. Year 5 involves advanced topics in Core Chemistry alongside an independent Final-Year Project & Dissertation.
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Entry requirements
A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 2 entry: ABB (Chemistry B and Maths B. Also, GCSE English Language 4/C and English Literature 4/C) Year 1 entry: ABB (Chemistry and one of Maths, Physics or Biology. GCSE English Language 4/C and English Literature 4/C; and Mathematics qualification of GCSE Mathematics Grade 4 and above (England), Grade C or above (Wales) and Grade C/Level 4 or above (Northern Ireland)) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 2 entry: 34 (Chemistry and Maths at HL. Additionally, English SL6) Year 1 entry : 34 (Chemistry at HL and one of Maths, Physics or Biology at HL. Additionally, English SL6; and Maths SL4)
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What students say
Based on about 65 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 99%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 86 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 69%
- Administrative occupations: 4%
- Elementary occupations: 4%
- Sales occupations: 3%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 84%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 77%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 68%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 235 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- London: 1%
- Scotland: 96%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 215 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 51%
- Access course: 2%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 35%
- Other qualifications: 1%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Modules
- Personal Development Planning (PDP)
- Chemistry: Principles & Practice 1 & 2
- Practical & Transferable Skills
- Mathematics 1C
- Foundation Science: Big Ideas for Chemists
- Elective modules (20 or 40 Credits) (Optional)
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Fundamental Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Practical Organic & Inorganic Chemistry
- Practical Physical and Applied Chemistry and Chemical Analysis
- Forensic Trace Analysis and Analytical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry 2
- Intermediate Organic Chemistry & Spectroscopy
- Inorganic Chemistry, Structures & Spectroscopy
- Practical Physical, Applied, Forensic & Analytical Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry & Drugs of Abuse
- Chemical Biology
- Education Studies: Professional Values 1
- Professional Learning Through Enquiry 1
- Professional Skills
- Distance Learning Assignment
- Core Chemistry
- MChem Chemistry Specialisation
- Final-Year Project & Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £35,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,500 and £38,000. The £35,000 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Teacher training.
What do graduates of BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde do next?
82% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde?
The average entrant had 193 UCAS points.
Is BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc , MChem Chemistry with Teaching at University of Strathclyde?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.