Program Overview

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Program Overview

The BSc Hons Applied Chemistry (King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang) is a four-year program, with the first two years undertaken at KMITL and the final two years at the University of Strathclyde.

Key Facts

• Accreditation: Royal Society of Chemistry
• Study mode and duration: full-time, two years
• Eligibility: Available only to eligible students from KMITL
• Scholarship: 15% tuition fee scholarship
• Ranked: Top 10 in UK for Chemistry (Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)

Study with Us

• Become part of the University community, home to over 30,000 students from more than 140 countries
• English language classes available before and during studies
• Join Strathclyde in year three and graduate with an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry after two years
• Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry
• Study of Pure and Applied Chemistry and Chemical and Process Engineering provides high flexibility when choosing a career path

Why this Course?

At Strathclyde, you’ll build on your first and second-year studies at KMITL by gaining an understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry and chemical engineering. This course will ensure you’re well-equipped to enter the industry with the range of skills employers are looking for.

What You'll Study

The degree is a four-year programme.

Years 1 & 2

Years 1 and 2 are undertaken at KMITL.

Years 3 & 4

Years 3 and 4 are undertaken at the University of Strathclyde.

• You will study both chemistry and engineering modules in Year 3. Laboratory work will increase, and your practical skills will be enhanced with computer modeling and group exercises to develop presentation skills.
• In Year 4, you’ll undertake a Chemical Engineering Conceptual Design project. You’ll also study additional Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Spectroscopy modules.

Course Content

• Reactors (10 credits)
• Practical Preparative & Physical Chemistry (20 credits)
• Chemical Engineering Practice (10 credits)
• Inorganic Chemistry (20 Credits)
• Intermediate Organic Chemistry & Spectroscopy (20 Credits)
• Chemical Process Design & Simulation (20 credits)
• Mass Transfer & Separation Processes (20 credits)
• Materials Processing & Applications (20 credits)
• Applied Chemistry Project (40 credits)
• Physical Chemistry 2 (20 credits)
• Chemical Engineering Conceptual Design (20 credits)
• Inorganic Chemistry, Structures & Spectroscopy (20 credits)

Learning and Teaching

Each year contains compulsory classes in the areas of chemistry and chemical engineering. During year 3, you’ll learn the essential knowledge and understanding required by all chemistry and chemical engineering graduates. This is supported by group tutorials and workshops.

Assessment

Assessment methods include short-answer class tests, multiple-choice tests, end-of-year written examinations, oral presentations, and group project work.

Entry Requirements

• Eligibility: This degree programme is only available to students from KMITL, following the successful completion of two years of study on the BSc Industrial and Engineering Chemistry. A GPA of 3.0 is required, however, all students with a GPA of 2.8 or higher will be considered for admission.
• English Language Requirements: A minimum overall English language proficiency score of IELTS 6.0 (with no score below 5.5) is required.

Fees & Funding

• Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.
• Annual revision of fees: Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that the majority of fees will increase annually.
• 2025/26:
  • Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status.
  • International: £27,800
  • Immigration costs: International students may have associated visa and immigration costs.
  • Scholarship: All students will receive a 15% tuition fee scholarship

Careers

A degree in chemistry will open doors to a large variety of employment opportunities both in the UK and further afield. There are a wide range of available jobs across many different types of chemistry and industries. These include nanotechnology, large-scale chemical plants, drinks and pharmaceutical industries or teaching. Additionally, the skills you learn will be beneficial in other areas. You’ll develop logical thought, numerical skills and the ability to write accurate and concise reports. As a result, our graduates are also highly successful in national and local government, hospitals and in all levels of education.

International Students

We've a thriving international community with students coming here to study from over 140 countries across the world. Find out all you need to know about studying in Glasgow at Strathclyde and hear from students about their experiences.