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UndergraduateMaster of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F323

Chemical Physics with Industrial Experience

University of Bristol
Bristol, England
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4 yearsDuration
£31,300Per Year (Intl)
£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary
89%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The Msci (Hon) Chemical Physics with Industrial Experience at University of Bristol is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Bristol, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Join a University ranked #1 in the UK for Chemistry research and in the UK for top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning. This four-year MSci course is for those considering scientific careers that will make direct use of their subject-specific knowledge and skills. The first and second years of this course are identical to MSci Chemical Physics but during year three you will spend 12 months on a placement as a paid employee in a company. International tuition fees are £31,300 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 71% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Quantum Chemistry and Atomic Structure
Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
Materials Science and Nanoscience
Experimental Techniques and Laboratory Practice
Computational Chemistry and Modelling
Solid State Physics
Spectroscopy and Molecular Characterisation
Advanced Research Project and Dissertation
UCAS Code:F323
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

A*AA - AAB

Standard offer: A*AA including Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (in any order). Contextual offer: AAB including Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (in any order). Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

International Baccalaureate

34 - 38 points

Standard offer: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations). See also Additional requirements below. Contextual offer: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations). Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£31,300

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£125,200

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 — University of Bristol

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£31,000£35,500
3 years£27,000£34,500£44,000
5 years£35,000£43,500£60,000

UK subject average: £31,500 — 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
£34,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 38% above UK average salary
This course
£43,500
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 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: CAH07-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

52%Working
19%Studying
11%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
80%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

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
89%
Learning opportunities
84%
Assessment and feedback
73%
Academic support
88%
Organisation and management
73%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
76%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Bristol

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