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    Chemistry with Materials Chemistry with Integrated Master's

    Keele University

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    United Kingdom, Keele

    University RankQS Ranking
    795

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    F108

    Campuses

    Keele University campus

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
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    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 18,200  / year
    Next Intake September-2026

    Chemistry with Materials Chemistry with Integrated Master's

    About

    Focusing on your development as an independent researcher, our Chemistry with Materials Chemistry Integrated Master's will provide you with an advanced understanding of the fundamental theory and practical applications of materials such as batteries, fuel cells and catalysts that allow us to transport, convert, deliver and conserve energy in all aspects of our industrial society.

    The Materials Chemistry specialism applies a strong grounding in chemistry towards the materials chemistry principles required to solve problems at the interfaces of chemistry, physics and engineering. Threading sustainability and industrial chemistry through traditional chemical principles and theories, you will also explore the fascinating role chemistry plays in addressing humanity's most urgent global, economic, health and environmental challenges.

    In the first two years of study, you will build a strong foundation of core concepts in the fundamental areas of inorganic, organic, physical and analytical chemistry. Your development as a professional chemist is a central theme throughout the degree and you will benefit from embedded core practical, professional and employability skills woven throughout each year of your studies. Your learning will be supported through interactive teaching, workshops and small group activities as well as frequent opportunities to apply key concepts in laboratory classes and other practical exercises.

    During your third year you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and undertake an independent research project. Rather than scripted laboratory work, you will collaborate with an academic member of staff to complete approximately 80 hours of project work, spread over both semesters. You will also complete a literature review, giving you the opportunity to delve into an area of your own personal interest which you may connect to your research project, or diversify into another area.

    In your final year, you will undertake an extensive, year-long independent research project. Working in a collaborative research environment, your project will advance knowledge and tackle a new question in your subject, working towards contributing your own findings to the international scientific literature in your field. Alongside your project you will participate in a series of research skills seminars that will train you in aspects of chemical research, advanced analytical techniques, and how to present data and scientific arguments to publication standard. You will also study a range of synoptic and advanced chemistry topics that include applied problem solving and research at the forefront of chemistry.

    Designed to provide you with the specialist skills you will need as a professional, modern chemist, our chemistry courses have practical and professional development modules embedded throughout our curriculum. From hands-on experience using specialist computational tools and research-grade instrumentation in our sector-leading laboratory facilities, to dedicated career-focused sessions and authentic assessments, we will provide you with the knowledge, tools and connections to develop a strong foundation for your future career.

    At Keele we're leading the sector in sustainability, not just in our ambitions to become carbon neutral by 2030 but also through our teaching and our ground-breaking research into climate change and renewable technologies. In 2021 we were awarded the prestigious title of Global Sustainability Institution of the Year (International Green Gown Awards, 2021).

    Within the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences we promote sustainability through our teaching to raise awareness of the environmental issues within chemistry. On the programme you will explore how chemistry is placed within the social, political and economic context of 'the real world' with a heavy emphasis on environmental sustainability and the implications for humanity. You will also discover how chemistry associated with industrial processes has changed to become more sustainable and how it must continue to change to further this progress.

    Find out more about Keele’s commitment to sustainability.

    Why study Chemistry with Materials Chemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele University?

    Chemistry at Keele is Top 5 in the UK for student positivity* NSS 2024 (Broad-based universities) *based on overall student satisfaction, which is an average score across 27 questions asked in the NSS
    Individual research projects will develop your skills of scientific inquiry, allowing you to make your mark as a researcher
    Acquire the practical competence to apply advanced laboratory instrumentation, equipment and data collection methods to address new questions  
    Core practical and professional employability modules will ensure you develop the required skills to succeed as a professional materials chemist
    You will be trained how to use research level equipment from the first semester of your first year in our sector-leading laboratory facilities

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Typical offer

    Please ensure that you read the full entry requirements by selecting your qualifications from the dropdown menu below. This will include any subject specific, GCSE/Level 2 Maths, and English language requirements you may need.

    A Level: BBB Subject specifics apply
    BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply
    T Level: Merit Subject specifics apply

    Please select your qualification from the drop-down list below for the full entry requirement information

    A Level

    BBB in three A levels including B in Chemistry

    Contextual Offer: BCC in three A levels including B in Chemistry

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma

    DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas:
    Applied Science, including completion of three out of four of the following units: Applications of Organic Chemistry, Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Industrial Chemical Analysis, Practical Chemical Analysis

    Contextual Offer: DMM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas:
    Applied Science, including completion of three out of four of the following units: Applications of Organic Chemistry, Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Industrial Chemical Analysis, Practical Chemical Analysis

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    BTEC National Diploma / Diploma

    Distinction and Merit in any BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and B in Chemistry A level, or Distinction and Merit in Applied Science BTEC National Diploma / Diploma including completion of three out of four of the following units: Applications of Organic Chemistry, Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Industrial Chemical Analysis, Practical Chemical Analysis, and B in any A level

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma

    Merit in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Levels including B in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    T Level

    Merit in any of the following T Levels: Science, with specialism in Laboratory Sciences.

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    International Baccalaureate Diploma

    555 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry, or 30 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry

    Contextual Offer: 544 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry, or 28 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, or 3 in IB Middle Years Maths, or 3 in IB Diploma Standard Level Maths (any), plus an English language qualification (see below)

    International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme

    We encourage applications with the IBCP but recognise that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying.

    If you are taking a BTEC National Diploma / Diploma with one or more Higher Levels, your offer will be similar to our BTEC + A Level offer (see 'BTEC National Diploma / Diploma') but with an HL requirement of 6 for A, 5 for B, or 4 for C.

    For any other combination, please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.

    Access to HE Diploma

    122 UCAS points in an Access to HE Diploma with Chemistry related content, including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice on whether your chosen course would qualify.

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Welsh Baccalaureate / Bagloriaeth Cymru

    The Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is equivalent to one full A Level at the same grade and can be included alongside 2 other A Levels in a standard A Level offer for this course (see A Level). All subject specific requirements will still need to be met.

    Scotland - Highers and Advanced Highers

    BBBCC in five Highers including Chemistry Higher, or CC in two Advanced Highers and CC in two Highers including Chemistry Higher or Advanced Higher, or CCC in three Advanced Highers including Chemistry Advanced Higher.

    You will also need: C in National 5 Maths, or 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

    If you have B or higher in the EPQ and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see 'Alternative and contextual offers' below.

    Core Maths

    If you have B or higher in Core Maths and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see 'Alternative and contextual offers' below.

    Ireland - Leaving Certificate

    H3, H3, H4, H4, H4, H4 in the Irish Leaving Certificate including H4 in Chemistry or Physics and Chemistry (combined).

    You will also need: O4 / H6 in Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    China - Gaokao

    73% in the Gaokao including 70% in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 60% in Senior Secondary School or Gaokao Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    India - Standard XII

    Average of 70% from four subjects including 70% in Chemistry in the ICSE, CBSE or Western Bengal Standard XII, or average of 75% from four subjects including 75% in Chemistry in any other Standard XII.

    You will also need: 6 or C2 in Secondary School Examination Maths, or Pass in Standard XII Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Germany - Abitur

    2.2 overall average in the Abitur including 12 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 10 in Maths in the Abitur, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    France - Baccalaureate

    13 in the French Baccalaureate / International Option Baccalaureate including 13 in Chemistry / Physics, or 12.5 in the Baccalauréat Français International including 12.5 in Chemistry / Physics.

    You will also need: 10 in Maths in the Baccalaureate, plus an English language qualification (see below).

    Hong Kong - Diploma

    444 from two electives and one core subject in the HKDSE including 4 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 2 in HKDSE Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Spain - Bachillerato

    Overall average of 7.4 in the Título de Bachillerato including 8 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 5 in Graduado en Educación Secundaria (GES) Maths or 6 in Título de Bachiller Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Italy - Diploma di Esame di Stato

    80% in the Esame di Stato including 8 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 5 in Maths in the Diploma, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Cyprus - Apolytirion

    18 / 86% in the Apolytirion including 18 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 14 in Maths in the Apolytirion, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Portugal

    Overall average of 15.5 in a Secondary Certificate including 16 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 10 in Secondary Certificate Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Canada - Diploma

    65% / BBBCC in five courses in the Grade 12 Diploma including 70% in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 50% in Grade 11 Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Kenya - KCSE / Diploma

    We do not accept the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

    We may accept a two year Diploma. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.

    Nigeria - Senior School Certificate / OND

    We do not accept the Senior School Certificate (WAEC or NECO) for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

    We may accept an Ordinary National Diploma with GPA of 2.5 or a Merit / Lower Credit. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.

    USA - Advanced Placement

    444 from three Advanced Placement subjects including 4 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: C in Grade 12 High School Diploma Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Ghana

    We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

    Sri Lanka - Advanced Level

    BBB in three Advanced Levels including B in Chemistry.

    You will also need: C in O-level Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Malaysia - STPM

    BBB in three subjects in the STPM including B in Chemistry.

    You will also need: C in SPM Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Pakistan - Secondary School Certificate

    We do not accept the Secondary School Certificate for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

    Singapore - A Levels (H2)

    BBB in three H2 Levels including B in Chemistry.

    You will also need: C in O-level Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    European Baccalaureate

    72% overall with 7 in Chemistry.

    You will also need: 6 in European Baccalaureate Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    NCUK

    Pass NCUK Foundation Year with BBB including B in Chemistry. Grade C in EAP English Language module

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or international equivalent

    Uganda - Advanced Certificate of Education

    BBB in three Principal level subjects in the Advanced Certificate of Education including B in Chemistry

    You will also need: 6 in UACE or UCE Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    Zimbabwe - Advanced Level GCE

    BBB in three Advanced Level subjects including B in Chemistry

    You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below)

    English Program Requirements

    All of our courses require an English language qualification or test. For most students, this requirement can be met with a 4 or C in GCSE English. Please see our English Language guidance pages for further details, including English language test information for international students. For those students who require an English language test, this course requires a test from Group A.

    Career

    Your future career

    95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)

    You will graduate with an advanced depth and breadth of fundamental and applied knowledge from across chemistry and relevant topics in materials science, a strong grounding in laboratory techniques and an understanding of the intersection of chemistry and materials chemistry with sustainability, ethical practices and wider societal challenges. Graduates of this programme may enter a wide range of professions, both in and out of the laboratory. You may also enhance your knowledge by undertaking further study at PhD level.

    Roles related to your degree include:

    • Academic chemist
    • Analytical chemist
    • Chemical engineer
    • Environmental scientist
    • Material scientist
    • Nuclear engineer
    • Policy advisor
    • Research assistant
    • Science communicator
    • Science teacher
    • Synthetic chemist

    You will acquire skills in:

    • Applied problem solving
    • Chemical design
    • Communication of scientific knowledge to a variety of audiences
    • Digital tools
    • Data analysis
    • Independent learning
    • Research and presentation
    • Scientific investigation
    • Teamwork
    • Time management and organisation

    Enhance your employability

    The department has a dedicated careers tutor for chemistry and medicinal chemistry who organises subject specific careers sessions. These include workshops and mock interviews with chemical companies and talks from returning graduates on how they have used their Keele degrees in their careers to date.

    Keele’s Careers and Employability team (Shortlisted for Best University Careers Employment Service - National Undergraduate Employability Awards, 2021), offers a variety of personal and career development opportunities to enhance your employability. From mock interviews, careers guidance and CV advice, to careers fairs, alumni mentoring and networking events, along with helping you find part-time and graduate employment - the team will support you throughout your studies and beyond.

    Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 18,200 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
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