MChem Chemistry

    MChem Chemistry

    Duration4 year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    MChem Chemistry

    About

    Interested in developing chemical compounds? Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills to help tackle the challenges of the 21st century. From combating climate change and creating energy storage devices, to developing new pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Our distinctive course includes a set of ‘chemistry in context’ modules where you can apply your knowledge to specific case studies - in our state-of-the-art facilities - as well as the opportunity to work with our leading research teams on your own project. You'll also benefit from our expert careers advice – we'll help you to achieve your ambitions. On this four-year integrated Master's course, you'll also complete your own research project in an area that fascinates you. Under the guidance of a supervisor, you'll explore how to develop an idea into a fully worked-up research proposal. These extra skills will give you an edge in the job market. Accreditation This course is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).

    Accreditation

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    The University welcomes applications from international students. Our international recruitment team can guide you on entry requirements. See our International Student website for further information about entry requirements for your country.

    If you need to increase your level of science ready for undergraduate study, we offer a Foundation Year programme which can help boost your previous scientific experience.

    Meet our staff in your country

    For more advice about applying to Kent, you can meet our staff at a range of international events.

    English Language Requirements

    This course requires a Good level of English language, equivalent to B2 on CEFR.

    Details on how to meet this requirement can be found on our English language entry requirements web page.

    Examples:

    IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

    GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English Language

    IB Standard Level Grade 5 or above in English A: Language and Literature

    A Level Grade C or above in English Language or English Literature.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 62
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    Career

    Your future

    You'll graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include excellent communication and problem-solving skills; the ability to work independently or as part of a team; analytical thinking; and effective time management. Typical graduate destinations include:

    • GSK
    • Ministry of Defence
    • Pfizer
    • Reckitt
    • SG Technologies Ltd
    • teaching.

    You'll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team; to analyse and problem solve; to conduct research and communicate your findings.

    Preparing you for your future.
    Whether you're keen is to start a career in industry or want to move on to postgraduate study, we'll support to reach your goals.

    Fee Information

    MChem Chemistry
    University of Kent
    University of Kent
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Canterbury

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