Chemistry with International Study MSci

University of Nottingham

United Kingdom, Nottingham

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University of Nottingham

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

F103

Campuses

Nottingham

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 33,000 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Chemistry with International Study MSci

About

This degree explores real-world issues including health, energy and technology with a strong focus on sustainability. The year abroad gives you a global chemistry perspective, strengthens your communication skills and widens your cultural understanding.

During the first two years the teaching draws on the school’s research strengths in areas such as energy, sustainability and materials discovery. Overseas study in year three will build your network of contacts and help you stand out to future employers.

In your final year, you’ll carry out an in-depth research project. Taught by active researchers, you’ll develop critical thinking and apply chemistry to real problems. This means you will graduate with the skills employers are looking for, whether you plan to work in the UK, overseas or even do a PhD.

Why choose this course?

Sustainability at the core – Understand how chemistry addresses global challenges through a dedicated sustainability module stream.

Award-winning teaching – Study in a school recognised for innovation in chemistry education and research excellence.

Designed with you, for you – Our courses are co-created with students and industry to ensure they’re relevant, flexible, and future-focused.

Career-ready skills – Gain hands-on lab experience, work on group projects, and develop transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, and data literacy.

Flexible pathways – Transfer between chemistry courses.

Be inspired – Our professors feature on the popular YouTube channel Periodic Videos, such as Sir Martyn Poliakoff.

Important information

This online prospectus has been drafted in advance of the academic year to which it applies. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to course content) are likely to occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the course. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for the course where there has been an interval between you reading this website and applying.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

IB score: 34 - 32 IB requirements:

34 points or HL Certificates 6,6,6 including HL 6 in Chemistry

32 points or HL Certificates 6,6,5 including HL 6 in Chemistry

Typical offers will vary depending on the HL subjects offered in addition to chemistry

IELTS:

6.0 w/ no less than 5.5 in ea.

English language requirements

For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.

If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

High school qualifications:

Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country

A level: AAA-AAB Required subjects:

A level chemistry at grade A.

GCSE maths at grade 4 (C) (or equivalent), plus GCSE in English at 4 (C) or above

Excluded subjects:

General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Science and Society, Leisure Studies.

Additional entry requirements:

AAA-AAB including chemistry at grade A

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.

Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.

Non-UK entry requirements:

Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A-levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:

Access to HE Diploma
Advanced Diploma
BTEC HND/HNC
BTEC Extended Diploma

This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

BTEC*

Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma D*DD Applied Science case by case

Pearson BTEC National Diploma RQF D*D + A (A-Level Chemistry)

Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate RQF D + AA (A-Level Chemistry)

Access to HE*

60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3 D36M9P0.

*All applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient chemistry has been studied.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in an A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Foundation progression options

If you don't meet our entry requirements there is the option to study the science foundation programme. You may have the opportunity to progress onto the Chemistry BSc programme, subject to your performance on the foundation programme. There is a course for UK students and one for EU/international students.

Mature Students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.

Visa restrictions

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.

English Program Requirements

As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details. For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.