BSc Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment
About this course
BSc (Hons) Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment, a chemistry degree examining atmospheric processes, sustainability and environmental change. Core topics include Research Methods. This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. The first year establishes fundamental scientific principles through Foundations of Chemistry 1, Foundations of Chemistry 2, Introductory Skills and Practical 1, Foundations of Chemistry 3, Foundations of Chemistry 4 and Introductory Skills and Practical 2. The second year progresses to advanced principles and sustainable practices with 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 and Green and Sustainable Chemistry. The final year covers contemporary topics and independent investigation through Frontiers of Chemistry 1, Atmospheric Chemistry, Climate Change and Net Zero, BSc Research Project, Frontiers of Chemistry 2 and Frontiers of Chemistry 3.
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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 125 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 195 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 3%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 69 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 56%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 24%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 28%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 19%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 7%
- Elementary occupations: 4%
- Information Technology Professionals: 4%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 78%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 48%
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 160 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 98%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
- Other qualifications: 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): 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
- Green and Sustainable Chemistry
- Frontiers of Chemistry 1
- Atmospheric Chemistry, Climate Change and Net Zero
- BSc Research Project
- Frontiers of Chemistry 2
- Frontiers of Chemistry 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment 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, the Atmosphere and the Environment at University of York do next?
89% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment 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, the Atmosphere and the Environment at University of York?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 151 UCAS points.
Is BSc Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment 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, the Atmosphere and the Environment 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, the Atmosphere and the Environment at University of York?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 3% left higher education.