Chemistry with Mathematics BSc

At UCL, learning isn’t just about lectures — it’s about rolling up your sleeves and putting theory into practice. From your very first year, you’ll get hands-on experience in cutting-edge laboratories, tackle real problems in small-group workshops, and explore how chemistry and mathematics intersect in the real world. You’ll also have access to specialist research centres, advanced computational tools, and a wealth of digital and library resources to support your learning. This is where your skills really come to life, preparing you for future research, industry, or further study.

Some of the exciting experiential opportunities include:

• Weekly laboratory classes in organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, where you design experiments, analyse results, and get guidance from experienced academic staff.

• Small-group tutorials and problem workshops that help you tackle complex chemistry and maths problems collaboratively.

• Access to world-class facilities like the London Centre for Nanotechnology and UCL’s specialised chemical instrumentation laboratories.

• Virtual lab tools and simulation software to prepare you before stepping into the physical lab, making every session more productive.

• Comprehensive library and digital resources, including chemistry journals, electronic textbooks, and online study tools for mathematics.

• Advanced optional modules such as Scientific Programming for Chemists and Instrumental and Computational Techniques in Chemistry, where you’ll gain experience with programming, computational modelling, and data analysis.

• A research-focused environment with supportive academic staff, low student-to-staff ratios, and opportunities to engage in departmental projects and initiatives.

Graduating from this degree gives you a powerful mix of chemistry knowledge and mathematical skills, making you ready for a wide range of exciting careers. You could work as a Chemical Analyst, Data Scientist, R&D Scientist in pharmaceuticals or materials, or even a Quantitative Risk Analyst in finance — the combination of science and maths opens doors across industries. Here’s how UCL helps you turn that potential into reality:

• UCL Careers support: personalised one-to-one guidance, CV workshops, employer networking events, and STEM-specific internships to help you get your foot in the door.

• Employment stats and salaries: around 85% of graduates move into highly skilled work within 15 months, with average earnings of £35,000.

• Industry partnerships & professional value: the programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), giving you a clear route towards Chartered Chemist (CChem) status.

• Graduate outcomes: many alumni go into pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, nanotechnology, finance, technology, or analytics, thanks to the dual focus on chemistry and maths.

Further Academic Progression:
If you love learning and want to keep going, you could pursue an MSc or PhD in chemistry, materials science, computational chemistry, mathematical modelling, or data analytics. The solid grounding in both chemistry and mathematics from this degree gives you a smooth path into postgraduate research or specialist professional training.