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UndergraduateMaster of Chemistry (with Honours)UCAS: F104
Chemistry
The University of EdinburghEdinburgh, Scotland
5 yearsDuration
£38,900Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by The University of Edinburgh, the MChem (H) Chemistry provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 5-year full-time structure. Chemistry is the study of atoms, molecules and ions, their structures, properties, synthesis and interactions with each other. The subject covers a wide rang, from simple compounds like sodium chloride to complex molecules such as DNA. The importance of chemistry A knowledge of chemistry informs understanding of science, technology and engineering. International tuition fees are £38,900 per year, 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 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Core courses in chemistry and mathematics
The importance of chemistry
MChem degree programme
Programme benefits
UCAS Code:F104
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA - ABB AAA - ABB. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Chemistry at B; Mathematics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4. |
| International Baccalaureate | 37 - 32 points from 37 points with 666 at HL to 32 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Chemistry at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5. SL: English at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 6 (if not at HL). |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£38,900
per year
Total Course Cost (5 years)£194,500
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 — The University of Edinburgh
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,000 | £29,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £24,000 | £29,000 | £35,500 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £35,000 | £44,000 |
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≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£29,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 21% above UK average salary
This course
£35,000
UK average
£29,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 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
45%Working
25%Studying
20%Work & Study
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
80%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
53%Academic support
84%Organisation and management
91%Learning resources
79%Student voice
79%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
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