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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
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Offered by Loughborough University, the MChem (H) Chemistry provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our MChem degree in pure chemistry provides a thorough grounding in the subject with a substantial research project in the final year - taught within Loughborough's state-of-the-art STEMLab facilities by our renowned academic staff. Chemistry powers many aspects of our lives, from the clean water we drink to the air we breathe. The materials we use in our everyday lives, much of the food we eat, and the energy that runs our homes, schools and workplaces we owe to the work of chemists. International tuition fees are £29,750 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,000 within three years, and a 86% continuation rate.
| A-Level | AAB AAB including Chemistry and preferably one other Science or Maths |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 35 (6,6,5 HL) including HL Chemistry and preferably one other science or Maths at HL. |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£29,750
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £27,000 | £34,500 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £35,500 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £29,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 from year 3 to year 5
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.
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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
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Loughborough University · Undergraduate

Loughborough University offers Chemistry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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