Chemistry with Management Studies BSc

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University College London

Program Overview

This degree blends the excitement of studying chemistry with practical business and management skills, giving you the best of both worlds. It’s perfect for students who love science but also want to understand how businesses operate and make strategic decisions.

Curriculum structure:

Year 1:
Your first year sets the stage with essential chemistry modules like Chemical Foundations, Basic Organic Chemistry, and Basic Physical Chemistry, helping you get hands-on lab experience and a solid understanding of the subject. At the same time, you’ll explore the basics of business and management with modules like Accounting for Business and Understanding Management, giving you early insight into how organisations work.

Year 2:
In year two, you’ll take your chemistry learning to the next level with more advanced modules in inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, alongside maths and quantitative modules to strengthen your analytical skills. On the management side, modules such as Business in a Competitive Environment and Managerial Accounting for Decision Making will show you how decisions are made in real businesses.

Year 3:
Your final year focuses on advanced chemistry topics like Advanced Inorganic Chemistry and Advanced Organic Chemistry, letting you specialise in areas that interest you most. You’ll also have the chance to dive deeper into management through options like Strategic Project Management, preparing you for roles that combine scientific knowledge with business acumen.

Focus areas:
Chemistry (core theory, lab skills, problem-solving) + Management (accounting, strategy, business decision-making)

Learning outcomes:
By the end of the degree, you’ll have strong scientific knowledge and lab expertise, combined with practical management skills — giving you the versatility to work in chemistry-related industries, business, or research roles.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
Partially accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), helping you towards Chartered Chemist (CChem) status.

Reputation (employability rankings):
UCL is ranked 5th in the UK for chemistry by QS World University Rankings 2024, and graduates enjoy strong career prospects in science, management, and business roles.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

From the very first year, you’ll get hands-on experience in UCL’s modern chemistry labs while exploring business and management through interactive group workshops. The programme is designed so that what you learn in lectures comes alive in practical sessions — whether that’s running experiments, solving real-world problems, or collaborating with peers on management projects. You’ll also have access to world-class research centres, digital tools, and resources that help you develop skills you can immediately apply, both in the lab and in business contexts.

Here’s what you can expect:

Laboratory sessions: Weekly practical classes let you work directly with instruments and techniques used by professional chemists.
Group workshops & tutorials: Small-group activities help you apply management concepts and develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Digital tools & blended learning: You’ll use online platforms, guided readings, and software for chemistry and management tasks.
Access to research facilities: Engage with cutting-edge labs and institutes like the London Centre for Nanotechnology, getting exposure to real research environments.
Cross-discipline collaboration: Work alongside students from other programmes to broaden your business and management perspective.
Computational chemistry & software: Optional modules allow you to learn scientific programming and computational methods alongside traditional lab work.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from this programme leave UCL with a unique mix of chemistry expertise and management skills, opening doors to roles where science meets business. You could work as a chemical analyst in industry, a product manager in a biotech firm, or a management trainee in the pharmaceutical sector — the choice is yours. This degree equips you to step confidently into the workplace, bringing both practical lab experience and business insight:

Career support: UCL’s central careers service, alongside the School of Management’s dedicated support, offers one‑to‑one coaching, networking events, and sector‑specific recruitment fairs to help you find your ideal role.
Employment stats: Around 75 % of Chemistry graduates go on to work or continue studying within 15 months of graduation, reflecting strong employability.
Professional recognition: The programme’s partial accreditation by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) adds long-term professional value toward Chartered Chemist (CChem) status.
Industry connections: Links with research institutes like the London Centre for Nanotechnology provide exposure to real-world industry challenges and networking opportunities.
Graduate outcomes: Many alumni successfully secure roles in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, nanotechnology, and other science-driven sectors.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you can pursue a Master’s in management, business analytics, or advanced chemistry, or even a PhD in chemistry, materials science, or management‑science interdisciplinary fields. This pathway allows you to deepen your expertise, enhance your career prospects, and explore advanced research opportunities.

Additional Information & Requirements

GCSEs - English Language at grade C or 4, plus Mathematics at grade B or 6.
A‑level - AAA, including Chemistry and at least one of Biology, Physics, or Mathematics; a third subject is preferred from Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, or Psychology.
IB - 38 points overall, including 18 points from three Higher Level subjects with at least 6 in Chemistry and 6 in one of Biology, Physics, or Mathematics (HL Maths can be either Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretation); no HL score below 5, with Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, or Psychology preferred as the third subject.
IELTS - Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component
TOEFL - Overall score of 96 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 22/30 in speaking and listening
India – Year 12 (Standard XII) with five subjects at 95, 95, 95, 95, 90 from CBSE, CISCE, or approved State Boards (Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal), including 95 in Chemistry and at least 90 in one of Biology, Physics, or Mathematics, or one year of a recognised bachelor’s degree with an average equivalent to a UK Upper Second Class.
USA – Either five APs at grade 5, including Chemistry and at least one of Biology, Physics, or Mathematics, or two APs at grade 5 in these subjects plus SAT 1500 / ACT 34 with High School Diploma, or one year at a recognised U.S. university/college with GPA 3.3/4.0 (30 credits).