BSc Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
About this course
BSc (Hons) Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry, a chemistry degree centred on the chemical approaches used to understand and target disease at a molecular level. Core topics include Research Methods. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. The first year covers core theory and laboratory training through 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 upon these concepts with advanced study in modules including Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 1, Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 2, Advanced Skills and Practical 1, and Genes to Proteins. The final year involves specialised studies and independent investigation through Chemistry and Disease, Frontiers of Chemistry 1, and the BSc Research Project.
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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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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 2 UCAS decisions for BSc Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry (F152) at the University of York for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAB at A level.
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 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 20%
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 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other qualifications: 10%
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
- Genes to Proteins
- BSc Research Project
- Chemistry and Disease
- Frontiers of Chemistry 1
- Frontiers of Chemistry 2
- Frontiers of Chemistry 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal 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, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry at University of York do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal 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, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry 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, Biological and Medicinal 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, Biological and Medicinal 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, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry at University of York?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.