Program Overview

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Chemistry MChem Honours

The Chemistry MChem Honours degree at Newcastle University is a four-year program that extends the Chemistry BSc degree with an additional year of advanced study. This professionally accredited program is perfect for those wishing to pursue a career within scientific research.

Course Overview

Chemistry touches every part of our lives, from food and medicine to biotechnology and renewable energy. The program explores the role of chemistry in various fields, including drug design, electronic properties of molecules and materials, and renewable energy technology.

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University is a Global Top 140 University, according to the QS World University Rankings 2026. The university has seen a 65% increase in research power since 2014, with 42% of its research classified as 4* world-leading.

Modules and Learning

The program includes a range of modules, such as:

• Chemical Laboratory Skills 1
• Chemical Skills and Professionalism
• Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
• Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry
• Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry
• General Chemistry
• Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry

In the final year, students complete an investigative project, creating original, unpublished work in a modern area of chemistry.

Opportunities

The program offers various opportunities, including:

• Study abroad for one semester or a full academic year at a partner university overseas
• Work placements in the UK or abroad, which can extend the degree by a year
• Industry networking events and guest speakers
• Professional Awareness Day, which includes mock interviews and Q&A sessions with alumni

Facilities and Environment

The program is based in the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences, with well-resourced teaching and research laboratories, including:

• Advanced instrumentation for analytical chemistry
• Mechanical, glassblowing, and electronic workshops
• Facilities for the synthesis and characterization of novel materials
• Extensive computational resources for molecular modeling and dynamics

Support

The university provides various support services, including:

• A personal tutor who is an academic member of staff
• A peer mentor scheme
• A staff-student committee
• Support, treatment, and guidance on mental and physical health from the wellbeing team

Your Future

The program prepares students for a wide range of careers, including:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Accountancy
• Agrochemicals
• Patent law
• Petrochemicals
• Marketing

Graduates can also pursue careers in research and development, or continue their studies with a research degree.

Entry Requirements

The typical entry requirements for the program are:

• A-Level: AAB, including Chemistry, with no additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, and Biology preferred
• IB: 33 points, including Higher Level Chemistry grade 6
• GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required if not offered at a higher level

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the program are:

• Home students: Not Set (2026 entry)
• International students: £31,500 (2026 entry)

The university offers various scholarships, including Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships, to support EU and international students.

How to Apply

Applications for the program should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The UCAS name and institution codes for Newcastle University are NEWC/N21. The UCAS code for the course is F103.