Chemical physics is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across two major fields of physical science: * from the fundamental physics of individual atoms and molecules to soft and hard condensed matter physics * from dealing with matter from the molecules of life to the latest technological materials A modern chemical physicist is equipped with the tools to make significant contributions to a sustainable, secure and healthy future for the coming generations, through the development of: * efficient renewable energy sources * smart materials and devices * targeted medicinal therapies The BSc (Hons) Chemical Physics degree programme covers topics in all branches of the discipline, from the fundamentals to the most advanced understanding and application. In the early years, we will provide a solid foundation in the core subjects of: * chemistry * mathematics * physics In your final year, you will: * study advanced courses in chemistry and physics * carry out an in-depth individual research project and gain hands-on research experience **Programme benefits** * Our chemical physics programmes are accredited by both the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Institute of Physics. * The School of Chemistry scored 87.7% in the National Student Survey 2025 for overall student satisfaction.
A Level: {'start': ['A', 'A', 'A', None], 'end': ['A', 'B', 'B', None]} | Required subjects: A levels: Chemistry at B; Mathematics at B; Physics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4. Standard A level requirements must be achieved in one set of exams. | Scottish Higher: AAAB | AAAB by end of S5 or AAAA by end of S6 (Standard). AABB by end of S6 (Minimum). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Mathematics at A; Physics at B; Chemistry at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Advanced Higher Mathematics and Chemistry are recommended. National 5s: English at C. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | from 37 points with 666 at HL to 32 points with 655 at HL (Standard). 32 points with 655 at HL (Minimum). Required subjects: HL: Chemistry at 5; Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 5; Physics at 5. SL: English at 5.
total 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component.We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements. total 92 with at least 20 in each component (before 21 Jan 2026); total 4.5 with at least 4.0 in each component (from 21 Jan 2026). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. total 176 with at least 162 in each component. total 176 with at least 162 in each component. ISE II with distinctions in all four components.
Scotland - Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees. England/Wales/Northern Ireland - The Rest of UK (RUK) students commencing or continuing their studies in September 2027, the tuition fees will be £10,050. EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees. Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme — 2027 Laboratory
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