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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F100

Chemistry

King's College London, University of London
London, England
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3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
84%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by King's College London, University of London, the BSc (Hons) Chemistry provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our Chemistry BSc equips you with the in-demand skills to make a real impact on the world. You'll gain deep knowledge and hands-on laboratory experience across all areas of chemistry, from how medicines work to developing sustainable solutions. Our unique interdisciplinary approach and strong links with King's world-class Health Faculties and hospitals will prepare you to tackle complex, real-world problems, opening the door to a range of future-focused careers. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, a 83% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Inorganic Chemistry Principles
Organic Chemistry Fundamentals
Physical Chemistry and Thermodynamics
Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Chemical Laboratory Practice
Chemistry in Healthcare and Medicine
Final Year Research Project
UCAS Code:F100
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAB

Must include Chemistry at grade A, and grade A in at least one of Biology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, or Physics. Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. NOTE: If you are taking linear A levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all science subjects.

International Baccalaureate

35 points

35 points overall or an aggregate score of 17 from three Higher Levels. Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Chemistry, and grade 6 in Higher Level in one from Biology, Mathematics and Physics. Notes: The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE. IB students studying the new Mathematics curriculum would be required to study Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics - Applications and Interpretation at Higher Level to meet the Mathematics subject requirement for this programme.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — King's College London, University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£29,000£32,000£36,000
3 years£27,500£33,500£38,500
5 years£34,500£37,500£50,500

UK subject average: £29,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 16% above UK average salary
This course
£33,500
UK average
£29,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 29% above UK average salary
This course
£37,500
UK average
£29,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
20%Studying
20%Work & Study
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
84%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
79%
Academic support
89%
Organisation and management
79%
Learning resources
80%
Student voice
83%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
83%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About King's College London, University of London

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