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Master of Chemistry (with Honours) - MChem (H)

Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment with a year abroad

University of York

(4.1)
169 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment with a year abroad course at University of York.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,A

Essential Subjects: Chemistry (or equivalent) at grade A is essential. A second Science or Mathematics is preferred. We consider the following subjects as a second Science: Biology, Computer Science, Electronics, Environmental Science, Further Mathematics, Geology, Mathematics, Physics and Psychology. Information: Applicants taking Science A Levels that include a practical component will be required to pass.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£32,350 per year
International£32,350 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: F143

Here's what University of York says about its Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment with a year abroad course.

Chemistry is often referred to as the 'central science' as it covers topics as diverse as quantum mechanics and the study of atomic particles, to the molecular nature of biological systems and the Human Genome Project.

Environmental change raises important concerns over the future wellbeing of our planet. Although it is apparent that some changes result at least in part from human activities, it is equally clear that natural variations also play a major role. This course will give you the opportunity to learn about the chemical basis of the environment and to understand our impact upon it.

Source: University of York

Course details

Qualification

Master of Chemistry (with Honours) - MChem (H)

Department

Chemistry

Location

Main Site | York

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time with time abroad

Subjects

• Chemistry

• Environmental chemistry

Start date

October 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of York reviews

(4.1)
Based on 169 reviews from University of York's students and alumni
5 star
39%
4 star
35%
3 star
20%
2 star
4%
1 star
2%
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1st year student

Very good but could improve with including other people who may not be a drinking person

(3)

1 year ago

1st year student

Fun night life but not many shops to go around

(3)

1 year ago

1st year student

Very expensive and the aldi is very far from the east campus. There is a Nisa which is way too expensive for students living by. My accommodation cost is expensive especially living with 12 people.

(1)

1 year ago

1st year student

Very good there is the wellbeing team who can help people during their hard times. Plus there is people who can support thise who may have not found a house or not found any flatmates

(5)

1 year ago

1st year student

I like the accommodations however I dont like the people I am living with. If only they did the application where you match up people by hobbies and interests like Warick University does.

(4)

1 year ago

1st year student

I like the timetable set for them, the module may need to think about not making them all presentations. The teacher is good.

(4)

1 year ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

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 University of York students who took the Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment 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?

91%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

95%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

87%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

96%

high

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

88%

med

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

93%

med

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

88%

med

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

85%

med

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

85%

med

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

72%

low

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

91%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

71%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

92%

high

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

75%

med

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

98%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

91%

med

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

79%

med

How well organised is your course?

85%

med

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

93%

high

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

91%

med

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

96%

high

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

79%

high

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

93%

med

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

90%

high

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

68%

med

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

89%

med

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

96%

high

Student information

See who's studying at University of York. These students are taking Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment with a year abroad or another course from the same subject area.

Chemistry
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female51%Male49%
Where students come from
International4%UK96%
Student performance
2:1 or above79%
Number of students690
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
ChemistryA
MathematicsA
BiologyA
PhysicsB
PsychologyA
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of York graduates who took Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment with a year abroad - or another course in the same subject area.

Chemistry

Graduate statistics

86%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

89%

In work, study or other activity

80%

Say it fits with future plans

49%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

33%

Natural and social science professionals

14%

Finance Professionals

9%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

7%

Teaching Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of York graduates who took Chemistry, the Atmosphere and the Environment with a year abroad - or another course in the same subject area.

Chemistry

Earnings

£25.6k

First year after graduation

£31.8k

Third year after graduation

£33.6k

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, the Atmosphere and the Environment 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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