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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Chemistry with a Year Abroad

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Chemistry with a Year Abroad course at Queen Mary University of London.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,B

Including A Level Chemistry Excluded subjects: General Studies and Critical Thinking Please note: You will also be excepted to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Queen Mary University of London. These students are taking Chemistry with a Year Abroad or another course from the same subject area.

Chemistry
SubjectGrade
ChemistryB
BiologyB
MathematicsB
PsychologyB
PhysicsB
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: F13Y

Here's what Queen Mary University of London says about its Chemistry with a Year Abroad course.

Chemistry is often called the central science, connecting mathematics, physics, biology and medicine.

Alfred Nobel invented dynamite. Marie Curie pioneered research on radioactivity. And Alice Ball developed the first successful treatment for leprosy. What will you discover?

From minimising the environmental impact of chemical processes to developing durable materials for medicine, chemistry is driving some of today’s most exciting innovations. As a BSc Chemistry student, you’ll join a passionate community eager to tackle global challenges and make a real difference in society.

Spectroscopy, quantum chemistry, and organic synthesis – these are just some of the modules you can study. You’ll thrive as you put knowledge into action in our modern facilities. Including our state-of-the-art laboratory and analytical suite.

We’re at the forefront of research and teaching. Globally recognised and multi award-winning. Our course is also accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, giving you the confidence that your education is high quality.

Employability is important to us. We work closely with the careers team and regularly invite successful industry speakers. We also offer the opportunity for you to become a school rep, outreach ambassador, and join our chemistry society.

Shape your own future with flexible options: add a year in industry, study abroad, or extend your studies to graduate with an MSci.

Join us and be part of the next generation of chemists making a lasting impact on the world.

This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, giving graduates Associate Member status.

Source: Queen Mary University of London

Course details

Qualification

Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Department

Physical and Chemical Sciences

Location

Main Site | London

Duration

5 Years

Study mode

Full-time with time abroad

Subjects

• Chemistry

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)

The modules you will study

Year 1

Essential Skills for Chemists Foundations of Practical Chemistry Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Semester A Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Semester B Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry Fundamentals of Spectroscopy States of Matter and Analytical Chemistry

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

How you will be assessed

Each module is assessed through theory examinations and coursework.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Queen Mary University of London

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Queen Mary University of London students who took the Chemistry with a Year Abroad course - or another course in the same subject area.

Chemistry

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

90%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

90%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

77%

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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

95%

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

83%

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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

85%

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

78%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

90%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

80%

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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

83%

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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

86%

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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

80%

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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

57%

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

69%

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

95%

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

84%

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

76%

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How well organised is your course?

77%

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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

83%

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

87%

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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

72%

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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

72%

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

82%

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

78%

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During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

77%

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

67%

low

Student information

See who's studying at Queen Mary University of London. These students are taking Chemistry with a Year Abroad or another course from the same subject area.

Chemistry
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female62%Male38%
Where students come from
International7%UK93%
Student performance
2:1 or above82%
Number of students245
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Chemistry with a Year Abroad at Queen Mary University of London.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Queen Mary University of London graduates who took Chemistry with a Year Abroad - or another course in the same subject area.

Chemistry

Earnings

£25.6k

First year after graduation

£33.4k

Third year after graduation

£40.5k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Chemistry with a Year Abroad.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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