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UndergraduateMaster of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F101
Chemistry
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Birmingham, the Msci (Hon) Chemistry provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Explore the breadth and depth of the central science that is key to solving global challenges with MSci Chemistry at Birmingham. Immerse yourself in modern chemistry to unlock diverse career opportunities. Guided by world class researchers and educators, you'll graduate with a deep appreciation across the breadth of chemistry, the confidence to propose innovative solutions and highly developed research skills. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Inorganic Chemistry Fundamentals
Organic Chemistry and Synthesis
Physical Chemistry and Thermodynamics
Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy
Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Mechanisms
Computational Chemistry and Modelling
Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
Final Year Research Project
UCAS Code:F101
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA - A*AA Offer will depend on subject combination. A level Chemistry. Minimum Mathematics requirement: GCSE grade 6. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Maths are not accepted. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 7,6,6 - 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry at Higher Level, with a minimum of 32 points overall. One or more additional science subjects at Higher Level is advantageous. A minimum of 5 at Standard Level English and 4 at Standard Level Maths is required for those students who do not have a minimum of grade C in English at GCSE and of grade B in Maths at GCSE. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Each year contains 120 credits of taught material, delivered in modules that are typically worth 20 credits. UK students (not eligible if studying A-level Mathematics) international students English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. £9,790 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27 More abou
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £31,000 | £33,500 |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £27,000 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £33,000 | £41,000 |
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
£27,000
UK average
£29,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 14% above UK average salary
This course
£33,000
UK average
£29,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-02-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
86%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
72%Academic support
90%Organisation and management
88%Learning resources
98%Student voice
79%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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