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BSc Hons Materials Chemistry

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of St Andrews

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) in Materials Chemistry seeks to understand the interrelationships between the composition, structure, microstructure and properties of matter in order to design and develop new materials for example, semiconductor processing and fabrication; energy and IT; biomaterials; catalyst materials; smart coatings ; and nanotechnology. During your degree, you will be provided with a broad base of chemical knowledge and understanding reinforced by extensive practical experience and familiarity with modern laboratory, instrumental and computational techniques. You will obtain the necessary skills and experience for a career in chemistry, whether in industry, education or research.

Program Key Stats

£21290 (Annual Fee)



Eligibility Criteria

3.5
36
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1330
30
6.5
92

Additional Information & Requirements

A minimum average of 90% (with 90% or higher in any prerequisite subjects) in Standard XII examinations, or A1-A2 if you are taking examinations used by Central Boards, SQA Highers: AAAB, including A in Chemistry, GCE A-Levels: AAB, including A in Chemistry, 35, including HL6 in Chemistry, IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0, TOEFL (IBT) of 92 overall with at least 20 in all components, CAE/CPE of 176, PTE (Academic) of 62 overall with at least 59 in each component

Career Options

  • Patent lawyers
  • Teachers
  • Professional chemists in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries
  • Forensic scientists
  • Journalism and the media

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