- UCAS course code
- F100
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Early clearing information
This course is available through clearing for home and international applicants
If you already have your exam results, meet the entry requirements, and are not holding an offer from a university or college, then you may be able to apply to this course.
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Bachelor of Science (BSc)
BSc Chemistry
Duration: 3 years
Year of entry: 2025
UCAS course code: F100 / Institution code: M20
- Key features:
Scholarships available
Accredited course
- Typical A-level offer: AAA including specific subjects
- Typical contextual A-level offer: AAB including specific subjects
- Refugee/care-experienced offer: ABB including specific subjects
- Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at HL, including specific requirements
Career opportunities
The course offered transferable skills that would be beneficial throughout my career.
Studying Chemistry has prepared me for more than just lab sessions, it has given me the ability to learn for myself.
James Stevens / BSc Chemistry Alumnus, Energy Consultant, Envantage Ltd
Graduate with a degree from The University of Manchester's Chemistry Department and you'll be in demand among top graduate employers.*
Our Chemistry graduates are skilled in scientific methodology and are numerate, versatile and creative, making them attractive to employers from a range of sectors.
Around half of our graduates get their first job directly using their chemical knowledge; 25% go on to study a further degree; and the remaining 25% opt for diversecareers in a variety of industries. Roles that graduates opt for include:
- AnalyticalChemistry;
- Biotechnology
- Science Communication;
- Finance;
- Management;
- Computing;
- IT.
Whatever field you choose, a chemistry degree can open the doors through a variety of opportunities , preparing you for working in a lab, or providing you with the analytical skills vital for success as a graduate in both ascientific and non-scientific environment.
Careers Service
Throughout the academic year, we run an extensive programme of employability events to further enhance your employment prospects, most of which are open to all students from all years. These events are run in collaboration with the University's award winning Careers Service , involving various alumni, employers and the Royal Society of Chemistry, and include numerous drop-in sessions. Additionally, the Careers Service commits to supporting you for two years after your graduation, helping you to have the best start possible afteruniversity.
Accrediting organisations
BSc Chemistry is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
BSc Chemistry is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry as satisfying the academic requirements for admission to Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC).It partially fulfils the academic requirements for Chartered Chem (CChem).