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Chemistry (Study Abroad) MChem Hons

The Chemistry (Study Abroad) MChem Hons program at Lancaster University is a five-year degree that combines a comprehensive education in chemistry with a year spent overseas at one of the university's partner institutions. This program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of chemistry, as well as the opportunity to experience different cultures and academic environments.

Overview

The program covers a wide range of topics in chemistry, including organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry. Students will develop practical skills in the laboratory, as well as theoretical knowledge and understanding of chemical principles. The year abroad provides an opportunity for students to broaden their horizons, develop their language skills, and gain experience of a different academic system.

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Broaden Your Horizons

The year abroad is a key component of the program, providing students with the opportunity to experience a different culture and academic environment. Students will study at one of Lancaster University's partner institutions, where they will take a range of modules related to their degree.

The Chemistry Logic

The program is designed to provide students with a logical and integrated understanding of chemistry. The department's ethos is to act as sustainable chemists, and students will learn about the latest developments in green chemistry and sustainability.

What to Expect

The program is divided into five years, with the first year providing a comprehensive introduction to chemistry. In subsequent years, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of chemical principles, as well as their practical skills in the laboratory. The final year will include a research project, where students will work on a contemporary research problem alongside one of the department's research groups.

Careers

Chemistry graduates are in high demand, with a wide range of career opportunities available. The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in chemistry, as well as the ability to think critically and solve problems.

Employment Destinations

Graduates from the program have gone on to work in a range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, energy, and materials science. The program is also an excellent preparation for further study, with many graduates going on to pursue PhDs or other postgraduate qualifications.

Internships

The university offers a range of internship opportunities, providing students with the chance to gain practical experience in a professional setting. These internships can be taken during the summer or as part of a year-long placement.

Careers Support

The university's careers service provides support and guidance to students, helping them to develop their skills and knowledge and to pursue their career goals.

Entry Requirements

The typical offer for the program is AAB at A level, including chemistry and one other science subject. Students will also need to meet the university's English language requirements, with an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and at least 5.5 in each component.

Qualifications and Typical Requirements

• A levels: AAB, including chemistry and one other science subject
• Access to HE Diploma: considered on a case-by-case basis
• Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: accepted in place of one A level
• BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD, including sufficient science content
• International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall, including 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects
• Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers: we are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers

Course Structure

The program is divided into five years, with the first year providing a comprehensive introduction to chemistry. In subsequent years, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of chemical principles, as well as their practical skills in the laboratory.

Year 1

• Fundamental Chemistry A
• Fundamental Chemistry B
• Fundamental Practical Chemistry
• Fundamental Science Concepts for Chemists
• Fundamental Skills in Chemistry

Year 2

• Further Chemical Analysis and Spectroscopy
• Further Chemistry and Practical Skills A
• Further Chemistry and Practical Skills B
• Further Inorganic and Materials Chemistry
• Further Organic Chemistry
• Further Physical Chemistry

Year 3

• Advanced Physical Chemistry
• Advanced Practical Skills in Chemistry
• Advanced Synthetic Chemistry
• Chemistry Project and Skills
• Optional modules, including Advanced Chemical Structure Elucidation, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry and Materials Chemistry, and Advanced Organic Chemistry and Materials Chemistry

Year 4

• Study Abroad
• Optional modules, including Frontiers in Computational Chemistry, Frontiers in Materials Chemistry, and Frontiers in Spectroscopy

Year 5

• Chemistry Research Project and Skills
• Optional modules, including Frontiers in Computational Chemistry, Frontiers in Materials Chemistry, and Frontiers in Spectroscopy

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the program are ｣9,790 for home students and ｣30,770 for international students. There may be additional costs for things like books, stationery, and travel.

Scholarships and Bursaries

The university offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students, including the Lancaster Bursary and the Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship.

Facilities

The department has a range of facilities, including synthetic and analytical laboratories, a mass spectrometry lab, and a computational lab. Students will have access to these facilities throughout their degree, providing them with hands-on experience of a range of techniques and equipment.

Similar Courses

• Chemistry BSc Hons
• Chemistry MChem Hons
• Chemistry (Study Abroad) BSc Hons
• Chemistry (with a Foundation Year) BSc Hons
• Chemistry (with Industrial Placement) MChem Hons

Important Information

The information on this page relates primarily to the stated entry year and every effort has been taken to ensure the information is correct at the time of publication. However, the university reserves the right to make changes to advertised courses. In exceptional circumstances, the university may need to amend the programs and provision advertised.