BSc Chemistry
About this course
BSc (Hons) Chemistry, a chemistry degree providing a comprehensive education in molecular analysis, structures, and chemical reactions. Core topics include Programming, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, the course partially fulfils the academic requirements for Chartered Chemist status. The first year establishes core knowledge through compulsory modules such as Foundations of Chemistry 1, Foundations of Chemistry 2, Introductory Skills and Practical 1, and Foundations of Chemistry 3. The second year builds on this with modules including Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 1, Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 2, Advanced Skills and Practical 1, and Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 3, alongside optional choices like Green and Sustainable Chemistry or Programming and Machine Learning for Chemistry. The final year focuses on advanced study and independent research through compulsory modules such as BSc Research Project, Frontiers of Chemistry 1, Frontiers of Chemistry 2, and Frontiers of Chemistry 3, with further optional topics covering areas like Chemistry and Disease.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including A in Chemistry plus one other science/mathematics AAA including A in Chemistry We accept the following science/mathematics subjects: Biology, Electronics, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics and Psychology. IB: 35 points including grade 6 in Chemistry at Higher Level and 5 in another science/mathematics at Higher Level, or 36 points including grade 6 in Chemistry at Higher Level BTEC: DDD We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2016 syllabus) with all 7 mandatory units plus all 5 Chemistry units: 10,13,14,18, and 19. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2010 syllabus), please contact us for information on the units we accept.
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What students say
Based on about 26 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started
- Continued on course: 91%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 4%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 12%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 31%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 17%
- London: 12%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Chemistry 1
- Foundations of Chemistry 2
- Introductory Skills and Practical 1
- Foundations of Chemistry 3
- Foundations of Chemistry 4
- Introductory Skills and Practical 2
- Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 1
- Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 2
- Advanced Skills and Practical 1
- Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 3
- Advanced Skills and Practical 2
- The Material World: Chemistry and Applications
- Genes to Proteins
- Green and Sustainable Chemistry
- Programming and Machine Learning for Chemistry
- BSc Research Project
- Frontiers of Chemistry 1
- Frontiers of Chemistry 2
- Frontiers of Chemistry 3
- Reaction Intermediates and Mechanisms
- Chemistry and Disease
- Atmospheric Chemistry, Climate Change and Net Zero
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry at University of York earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,000 and £43,000. The £34,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Chemistry at University of York do next?
90% 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 York?
93% 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 York?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 159 UCAS points.
Is BSc Chemistry at University of York 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 York include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Chemistry at University of York?
91% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.