This three-year degree will feed your curiosity for both chemistry and physics. It is accredited by the Institute of Physics.
You will develop your skills in practical and theoretical chemistry, data-analysis and problem-solving. Our graduates have gone on to work for leading companies such as Boots, Cancer Research UK, GlaxoSmithKline, HSBC, Intellectual Property Office, NHS and Unilever.
You'll be taught by academic staff from the School of Chemistry and the School of Physics and Astronomy. You may recognise some of our staff from the popular Periodic Videos and Sixty Symbols YouTube channels. We have been rated Gold by the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Optional modules on topics such as green chemistry, nanoscale and lasers in chemistry allow you to tailor your degree to a specialist field.
- Ranked 11th for Chemistry in the UK (Complete University Guide).
- Accredited by The Institute of Physics
- Small-group tutorials to support your learning
- Put theory into practice in our modern labs and facilities
This course will prepare you for a range of careers in the interdisciplinary field of chemistry and physics.
Course Details - Modules
In the first year, you will study introductory chemistry, physics and mathematics modules. There will be practical chemistry classes, with a special module on data analysis and scientific computing.
In the second year, lectures will concentrate on physical chemistry, spectroscopy, quantum mechanics and electromagnetic fields. There is a choice of optional modules, covering topics such as nanotechnology and analytical chemistry.
In the third year, you will study advanced modules in core physics and chemistry. You will apply your theoretical, computational and experimental techniques to an area of your choice with a research project.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
FF31
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
AA+ AABBB from Highers including subjects Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
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including Maths, Physics and Chemistry.
A Pass in the practical element is required for this qualification.
Can be accepted when combined with appropriate Scottish Advanced Higher subjects.
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including 6 in Mathematics at Higher Level plus 6, 5, in Physics and Chemistry (in any order, with one at Higher Level).
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Can be accepted when combined with appropriate A Level subjects - please contact School for further information.
including Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
European Baccalaureate - 80% overall including Maths, Physics and Chemistry at 8.0.
GCSE requirements - English grade 4 (C)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
EU
25000.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
25000.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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