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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
University of Bristol
This four-year MSci is designed for students who want to combine rigorous scientific training with real-world experience in industry. You’ll study the intersection of chemistry and physics while spending a full year working as a paid employee in a scientific company — gaining both academic depth and professional insight.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1
You’ll build a strong foundation in chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Core units include Chemical Principles I, Introduction to Programming for Chemists, and Mathematics for Chemists and Physicists, giving you the analytical and computational skills needed to understand atomic and molecular systems.
Year 2
This year deepens your understanding of quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, and spectroscopy. You’ll study units such as Quantum Chemistry, Thermodynamics and Kinetics, and Electromagnetism and Optics, while continuing to develop lab and coding skills relevant to chemical physics.
Year 3
You’ll spend 12 months on an industrial placement, working as a paid employee in a company. This is a chance to apply your knowledge in a professional setting, gain technical experience, and build industry contacts — all while contributing to real scientific projects.
Year 4
Back on campus, you’ll take advanced units such as Statistical Mechanics and Molecular Spectroscopy, and complete a major research project. This final year consolidates your academic and industrial experience, preparing you for high-level roles in science and technology.
Focus Areas
Chemical Physics, Quantum Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Thermodynamics, Programming, Industrial Research
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will master the theoretical and practical foundations of chemical physics, develop computational and laboratory skills, and gain direct experience applying science in industrial contexts.
Professional Alignment
Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), supporting your pathway to Chartered Chemist (CChem) status.
Reputation
Bristol is ranked #1 in the UK for Chemistry research and top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021), with a strong reputation for teaching and industry engagement.
This course is designed to immerse you in both academic and real-world scientific environments. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience in modern laboratories, develop programming and data analysis skills, and apply your knowledge during a full year working in industry. The program is structured to ensure you graduate with not only a deep understanding of chemical physics, but also the practical and professional skills that employers value.
Here’s how Bristol supports your learning through real-world experience and cutting-edge facilities:
Graduates from this program are equipped with a rare combination of theoretical knowledge, laboratory expertise, and real-world industrial experience. This makes them highly competitive for roles in scientific research, technology development, and data-driven industries. Common career paths include analytical scientist, research chemist, software developer in scientific computing, and materials scientist.
Here’s how Bristol supports your career journey:
Further Academic Progression:
This MSci is an integrated master's degree, but it also sets you up for doctoral study. Many graduates continue into PhD programs in chemical physics, quantum chemistry, or interdisciplinary research areas like nanomaterials and computational modelling — often at Bristol or other leading institutions.
*AA including Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (in any order)IB:38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and PhysicsAccess 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 30 credits at Distinction from specified units in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (including algebra, calculus and trigonometry) plus successful completion of a University of Bristol test and interview (or ABB at A-Level or equivalent in any order in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics)Indian: CBSE or CISCE English at 70-80% or above can be accepted in lieu of another English test such as IELTS.USA: applicants with a high school diploma (or equivalent) with a GPA of 3.2 minimum (3.4 for competitive courses) and three additional qualifications, which can be any of the following: SAT (evidence-based reading and writing section only) with a minimum of 650 or ACT with a minimum score of 28 AP Tests with a score of at least 4 (more commonly 5) AP classes, taken over two semesters in Grade 11 or Grade 12GCSE English Language grade C or 4IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skillsTOEFL iBT and TOEFL at Home: 88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22PhysicistScientistResearcherConsultant
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