
What students say about chemistry

What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- Chemistry
Useful to have
- Biology
- Physics
- Mathematics
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
Personal statement advice
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Personal statement tips and advice
Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Science, engineering and production technicians
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Analytical chemist
- Flavour chemist
- Forensic scientist
Other real-life job examples
- Market researcher
- Drug safety officer
- Brewer
What employers like about this subject
By studying chemistry you can learn a number of subject-specific skills including the principles of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and thermodynamics and other advanced mathematics. Transferable skills you can gain from a chemistry degree include data investigation, excellent numeracy and good research skills. Chemistry graduates are in demand across the economy. Work is available in manufacturing (particularly in agrichemicals, pharmaceuticals, paints, perfumes, food, and plastics); oil and gas; scientific research and development and other industries including finance. If you’re aiming for a career in research, you will usually need to take a postgraduate qualification (probably a Doctorate) after your first degree.
