Chemistry with Industrial Training Year

Newcastle University

United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Newcastle University

United Kingdom , Newcastle upon Tyne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

F106

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 26,400 / year

Next Intake September-2023

Chemistry with Industrial Training Year

About

Course overview

Chemistry touches every part of our lives. From food and medicine to biotechnology and renewable energy, its influence is endless. As a Chemist, you can have a great career and make a difference in the world.

Our MChem degree follows the normal BSc curriculum, plus a further year of advanced study. The MChem programme is perfect for those pursuing a career within scientific research.

You'll explore the role of chemistry in:

drug design
electronic properties of molecules and materials
renewable energy technology (solar, batteries)
nanoscience

You'll study organic, inorganic, physical and structural chemistry. You'll investigate modern analytical techniques and computational chemistry. You can create your own distinct learning experience at Newcastle. You'll explore your interests as you discover the subject.

In Stage 3, you'll take your year in industry. Gaining work experience is invaluable for your future career.

In your final year, you'll study advanced modules including:

catalyst application and design
organic synthesis for drug targets
exploring d and f block chemistry: applications and structural methods
pericyclic and radical reactions

BSc or MChem?

The MChem programme is perfect for those pursuing a career within scientific research.

Our MChem degree follows the normal BSc curriculum, plus a further year of advanced study. You'll undertake a research project in the fourth year. You'll gain valuable experience of working in a research environment.

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View our Academic experience page, which gives information about your Newcastle University study experience for the academic year 2022-23.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

We typically require a minimum average of 70% or 2.8/4.0 in one year of Bachelor degree study.

ABB at A level is typically the minimum required for entry to an Undergraduate course. Please check course specific entry requirements as they do vary across courses.

Check specific entry requirements for undergraduate degrees or find out how to apply.

English Program Requirements

If your first language isn't English you will generally need an IELTS score of 6.5, or equivalent, to study at Newcastle University.

Our English language requirements section also lists the alternative English language qualifications we accept.

If you don't meet our English language requirements, extra support is available. You could also complete a pre-sessional course to help improve your English before you start your degree. We provide these at our INTO Newcastle, if you will be studying in Newcastle.

You will also receive language support throughout the course of your studies.

Career

Opportunities

Industrial training year

In Stage 3, you'll take your year in industry. Gaining work experience is invaluable for your future career. You'll experience the modern workplace and explore commercial projects. If you impress your host company, it could even result in a job offer upon graduation.

Our students have completed paid placements in leading companies including:

Akzo Nobel
AstraZeneca
Corus
GlaxoSmithKline
P&G

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 26,400 / year

How to Apply

How to apply

Apply through UCAS

To apply for undergraduate study at Newcastle University, you must use the online application system managed by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). All UK schools and colleges, and a small number of EU and international establishments, are registered with UCAS. You will need:

the UCAS name and institution codes for Newcastle University (NEWC/N21)
the UCAS code for the course you want to apply for
the UCAS 'buzzword' for your school or college

If you are applying independently, or are applying from a school or college which is not registered to manage applications, you will still use the Apply system. You will not need a buzzword.

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