
Forensic and Analytical Chemistry
University of StrathclydeCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Forensic and Analytical Chemistry at University of Strathclyde is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Course summary Why Forensic & Analytical Chemistry at Strathclyde? • Ranked 1st in the UK for Chemistry, with the maximum score of 100/100 (Guardian University Guide, 2026) • Professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Chemistry. • Learn from leading analytical scientists, and forensic scientists actively involved in forensic casework. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Year 1 entry: ABB (Chemistry and one of Maths, Physics or Biology) Year 2 entry: ABB (Chemistry B and Maths B) |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 points Year 1 entry: 34 (Chemistry at HL and one of Maths, Physics or Biology at HL) Year 2 entry: 34 (Chemistry and Maths at HL) |
| UCAS Points | 114 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 60 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Strathclyde
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,500 | £28,000 | £31,500 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £27,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £27,000 | £33,000 | £39,500 |
UK subject average: £29,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 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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Student Satisfaction
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