The chemistry department at Durham is one of the leading departments in the UK and within the Top 100 across the world. When you choose the BSc in Chemistry you will join a dynamic and focused learning community that is home to multiple research institutes, a range of first-class facilities and experts with close links to industry. Current developments in both research and industry are used to bring theoretical learning to life.
Chemistry degrees at Durham offer a high level of flexibility. The BSc in Chemistry contains the same core curriculum in Years 1 and 2 as our other...
The chemistry department at Durham is one of the leading departments in the UK and within the Top 100 across the world. When you choose the BSc in Chemistry you will join a dynamic and focused learning community that is home to multiple research institutes, a range of first-class facilities and experts with close links to industry. Current developments in both research and industry are used to bring theoretical learning to life.<br/><br/>Chemistry degrees at Durham offer a high level of flexibility. The BSc in Chemistry contains the same core curriculum in Years 1 and 2 as our other chemistry degrees, and you can switch to one of the other degrees up to the end of the second year.<br/><br/>You will build strong foundations in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry and learn practical skills in our modern teaching laboratories. In your final year, you will continue to learn the core aspects of modern chemistry and examine how it is applied to real-world issues. Your studies will culminate in a research-led dissertation.<br/><br/>You will learn how chemistry is the central science with learning interfaces with biosciences, earth sciences, engineering, physics and astronomy. You will be exposed to cutting-edge analytical techniques and learn how they can be used to assist research and tackle global issues. Graduates are ready to either move straight into employment in a wide range of industries or advance into further studies and scientific research.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Durham City
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F100
Institution Code
D86
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,A,A We will normally make offers based on Advanced Highers. If an applicant has not been able to take 3 Advanced Highers, offers may be made with a combination of Advanced Highers and Highers, or on a number of Highers. Must include Chemistry and Mathematics. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 We require 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 (or equivalent). Subject specific A-levels (or equivalent) required for entry: Chemistry and Mathematics both at grade A. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme38 Eighteen points (6, 6, 6) from Higher Level subjects including HL Chemistry and HL Maths. Under the new scheme we will accept HL Maths Analysis and Approaches or HL Maths Applications and Interpretation. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*DD Subject specific A-levels (or equivalent) required for entry: Chemistry and Mathematics both at grade A. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H2,H2,H2,H2 Subject specifics required for entry: Chemistry and Mathematics. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaD*DD Subject specific A-levels (or equivalent) required for entry: Chemistry and Mathematics both at grade A. Scottish Advanced HigherA,A,A Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Chemistry and Mathematics at grade A. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD2,D3,D3 Subject specifics required for entry: Chemistry and Mathematics. Extended ProjectNot Accepted A levelA*,A,A Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Chemistry at grade A. Mathematics at grade A. Specific subjects excluded for entry: Critical Thinking and General Studies. Information: Applicants taking Science A-levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This refers only to English A Levels. T LevelAt Durham we welcome applications from students of outstanding achievement and potential from all educational backgrounds. We will consider applicants studying T level qualifications for entry to many of our courses. Where a course requires subject specific knowledge and this is not covered within the T level being studied, you may need to supplement your T level studies with a suitable qualification to meet this requirement, for example at A level. Where this is needed this will be clearly stated in our entry requirements. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £30,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |