MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York)
About this course
MChem (Hons) Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York), a chemistry degree centred on the integration of digital tools and automation in molecular discovery. Core topics include Programming, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry and meets the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist, incorporating an integrated Master's structure and a year in York. The first year covers core chemical principles through compulsory modules such as Foundations of Chemistry 1, Foundations of Chemistry 2, Introductory Skills and Practical 1, and Foundations of Chemistry 4. The second year progresses to advanced concepts and practical applications, featuring Programming and Machine Learning for Chemistry alongside Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 1, Advanced Chemistry Concepts and Applications 2, and Advanced Skills and Practical 1. The third year explores current developments via Frontiers of Chemistry 1, Frontiers of Chemistry 2, Frontiers of Chemistry 3, and Advanced Topics and Practical. The final year focuses on advanced investigation and professional development through Professional Research Development, Advanced Research Project (York), and Research Communication.
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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
- Programming and Machine Learning for Chemistry
- Frontiers of Chemistry 1
- Frontiers of Chemistry 2
- Frontiers of Chemistry 3
- Advanced Topics and Practical
- Professional Research Development
- Advanced Research Project (York)
- Research Communication
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) 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 MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) 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 MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) 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 MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) at University of York?
The average entrant had 159 UCAS points.
Is MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) at University of York accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for partially meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Does MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) at University of York include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MChem Chemistry with Digital Methods (with a year in York) at University of York?
91% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.