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Sanctuary Scholarship
University of Leeds · Undergraduate
£10,000scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
86%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Leeds, the MChem (H) Chemistry provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Chemistry is a central science that’s at the core of everything we can see, smell, taste and touch around us. From energy to the environment, groundbreaking medicine to cleaning products, chemistry is integral to all aspects of our life, which puts chemical scientists at the forefront of delivering invaluable solutions to global challenges such as climate change, sustainability and health. The diverse nature of this field — and the widely transferable skills like teamwork and data analysis you’ll develop along the way — means chemistry graduates will always be highly sought after across a w... International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £32,750 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Fundamental Chemistry and Atomic Structure
Organic Chemistry and Synthesis
Inorganic Chemistry and Periodicity
Physical Chemistry and Thermodynamics
Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy
Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Mechanisms
Practical Chemistry and Laboratory Techniques
Research Project and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:F103
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Extended Project Qualification, International Project Qualification and Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate: Grade A plus ABB at A-level including A in Chemistry. GCSE: English Language grade 4 (C) and Mathematics grade 6 (B) or higher, or an equivalent English language and Mathematics qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English instead of GCSE English. |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| 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
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£9,790
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£39,160
Home Student Fee
£32,750
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 Leeds
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £28,000 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £28,500 | £35,000 | £45,000 |
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
£28,000
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 £7,000 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
60%Working
10%Studying
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%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
80%
Overall
Teaching on my course
86%Learning opportunities
78%Assessment and feedback
69%Academic support
83%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
88%Student voice
63%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About University of Leeds
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