Do you like both chemistry and computing? Why choose between them? Modern chemistry relies on the latest computer technologies and computing to address global challenges facing the environment and human society. Join a university ranked first in the UK for chemistry research (*THE* analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning (UK Top Ten for Chemistry, Complete University Guide 2026). The BSc Chemistry with Computing course combines the study of the structure and synthesis of matter with the development of computing and data analysis skills. It creates a new kind of scientist, one with a firm foundation in chemistry, a sound appreciation of computing and data analysis, and an understanding of what can be achieved by combining them. The course offers a unique combination of units and projects incorporating coding, machine learning and high-performance computing, with fundamental concepts in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, and applications in analytical, environmental, materials and theoretical chemistry. In this degree, state-of-the-art computational methods are taught through examples drawn from the physical sciences we call this 'scientific computing'. You will learn to design experiments, interpret results and apply your computing skills to problems in chemistry. You will take units applying mathematics in chemistry, while also developing your communication and presentation skills. Options for your final year project include working in a research laboratory or addressing a problem faced by researchers in academia, industry or a local school. You might develop databases and science resources, explore computing applications or carry out chemistry education research. Regardless of the setting, an expert in scientific computing and a specialist in chemistry will both be involved. You'll be part of one of the biggest groups of computational chemists in the country. Units will be taught by experts in fundamental chemistry, computational chemistry, scientific computing and research software engineering; the application of your computing skills in chemistry will be emphasised throughout the programme. Our [Think Big international scholarships](https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/fees-finance/scholarships/) for undergraduate and postgraduate students could help you fund your UK study at the University of Bristol.
A Level: AAA | Standard offer: AAA including Chemistry and Mathematics. Contextual offer: ABB including A in Chemistry and B in Mathematics. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. | Scottish Higher: AAAAB | Standard Higher: AAAAB | Access to HE Diploma: 30 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 15 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma in Science (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: - at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and - at least 12 credits at Distinction from specified Chemistry units and 12 credits at Distinction in specified Mathematics units (including algebra, calculus and trigonometry). Plus successful completion of a University of Bristol test and interview (or A at A-Level or equivalent in Chemistry and B at A-Level or equivalent in Mathematics). Mature students can contact mature-students@bristol.ac.uk to check the suitability of their Access course. | Scottish Advanced Higher: AA | Advanced higher: AA including Chemistry and Mathematics. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | Standard offer: 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry, and either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches) in Mathematics. Contextual offer: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and either 5 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches). Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales | Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales or the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | DDD in Applied Science BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma with Distinctions in five specified Chemistry units, plus A in A-level Mathematics (or equivalent). | Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) | Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal | Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B and M3 is C.
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