Chemistry is essential to successfully treat disease and on this three-year degree you’ll study every aspect of the drug development cycle and learn how chemists design and develop novel therapeutics, including: · the design of molecules with the potential to treat disease · understanding and predicting how medicines will interact with the body · testing the effectiveness and safety of new treatments You’ll learn from staff who are changing the world through research, including designing new cancer drugs and developing synthetic DNA for use in the testing of contagious diseases. **Outstanding undergraduate laboratories and equipment** Take advantage of our refurbished laboratories, which opened recently as part of a £12m investment in Chemistry’s facilities. In this spacious, bright and modern environment you’ll gain hands-on practical experience with equipment such as NMR and IR spectrometers and X-ray diffractometers. There are also laptops for each student to record their practical work. It’s the same high-tech equipment you’ll find in industry or academic labs, and you’ll learn to make and analyse your own samples, with full support and training – all excellent preparation for your future career. **Learn about research as it happens** We’re a Russell Group University, this means you’ll learn from staff who are changing the world through research. Our academics will share their expertise with you, bringing the most up-to-date knowledge to your seminars and lectures. In addition, the breadth of their research activities gives you plenty of choice for your third-year advanced practicals. **Your career** There are many roles outside of scientific research where a strong scientific underpinning is beneficial. This bachelor’s level degree gives an excellent grounding in chemistry and its interface with biology. It is ideal for those who want to keep their future career options open. You’ll be prepared to enter fields as diverse as: · drug discovery and development · public health · laboratory services · chemical science · programming and software development · project management · scientific journalism · scientific sales · teaching If you’re not sure what path to choose, career-focused activities in year two will help you understand the options and map them to your strengths and interests. These include talks from industry speakers, giving you an idea of different career paths. Students interested in teaching can enhance their CVs by volunteering in outreach or chemical education research. There will also be opportunities to get involved in research. **Supporting your studies** You’ll be part of a supportive Chemistry community, with a personal academic tutor throughout your studies to provide any extra help you need, both academically and personally. Tutorial groups are small, so you’ll have plenty of time and individual support from your tutors. Between classes, the Chemistry department will be your ‘home’ on campus, where you can grab a coffee in the common room, catch up with friends and talk to staff.
A Level: AAB | AAB including chemistry We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme as follows: BBB including chemistry If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB including chemistry, plus grade A in the EPQ. General Studies, Critical Thinking and use of mathematics are excluded for entry. A pass in all science practical components is required where applicable. | Scottish Higher | We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4" We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. | Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF): DD | DD in the BTEC Diploma plus A in A-level chemistry with a pass in the chemistry Practical We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. The University’s qualifications equivalencies table will be used: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/index.page#_ga=2.143280181.1285720294.1533033883-1673588377.1531313130 We do not accept the BTEC Extended Diploma without A-level Chemistry. Applicants with a BTEC Extended Diploma should apply for the Science Foundation Year | GCSE/National 4/National 5 Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 6/B). Grade 7/A in GCSE mathematics is preferred for applicants not studying A-level mathematics | Scottish Advanced Higher | Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. | Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF): D | D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus A in A-level chemistry and A in an additional A-level subject. General Studies, Critical Thinking and use of mathematics are excluded for entry. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied A-level chemistry can apply for the Science Foundation Year. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus A in A-level chemistry with a pass in the chemistry Practical We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. The University’s qualifications equivalencies table will be used: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/index.page#_ga=2.143280181.1285720294.1533033883-1673588377.1531313130 We do not accept the BTEC National Extended Diploma without A-level Chemistry. Applicants with a BTEC National Extended Diploma should apply for the Science Foundation Year | Extended Project: A | If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB including chemistry, plus grade A in the EPQ. General Studies, Critical Thinking and use of mathematics are excluded for entry. A pass in all science practical components is required where applicable. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 34 UCAS points | Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in chemistry | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: B | AAB from three A-levels including chemistry or AA from two A-levels including chemistry, and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales. General Studies, Critical Thinking and use of mathematics are excluded for entry. A pass in all science practical components is required where applicable. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H2H2H2H2H2 | H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including chemistry | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | D in the BTEC Extended Certificate plus A in A-level chemistry and A in an additional A-level subject. General Studies, Critical Thinking and use of mathematics are excluded for entry. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied A-level chemistry can apply for the Science Foundation Year. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3M2 | D3 D3 M2 in three Principal subjects including chemistry,
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Sustainability is a key theme in our chemistry courses – you’ll learn about new technologies that are making drug manufacturing more environmentally friendly, as well as using the latest ‘green’ practices in your own lab work. Years one and two You’ll gain a foundation in the fundamentals of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, as well as practical lab techniques and medicinal chemistry fundamentals that form the basis for your advanced studies in year three. Core modules in the first and second year are shared across most of our chemistry degrees. This makes it possible to transfer to the MChem programme. Year three Your core chemistry modules will be combined with specialist modules in medicinal chemistry and organics synthesis alongside an optional module that could include: Advanced analytical techniques, Sustainable chemistry, Principles of electrochemistry or Simulation methods in chemistry. Practical research skills will be developed through a series of advanced practical projects and literature-based research on a medicinal chemistry topic.
Please see our website for further details and updates regarding tuition fees. We anticipate that international tuition fee levels for 2027 entry will be confirmed in August 2026. — UG 2027 Entry - Home Confirmed, International TBC
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