Chemistry MChem

at University of Sussex

Year 1

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• Introduction to Materials

• Introduction to Organic Chemistry

• Maths and Data Analysis for Chemists

• Structure, Bonding and the Periodic Table

Spring teaching

• Functional Group Chemistry

• Molecular Symmetry

• Reaction Energetics and Kinetics

• Reactivity of the Elements

Year 2 

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• Atmospheres and Interfaces

• Bonding and Spectroscopy

• Co-ordination Chemistry

• Organic Reaction Mechanisms

Spring teaching

• Applications of Organic and Bioinorganic Chemistry

• Introduction to Organometallic Chemistry

• Phases, Change and Rates

• Strategy in Organic Synthesis

Year 3

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• Chemical Principles

• Instrumental Analysis

Spring teaching

• Chemistry Project (Year 3)

Year 4

Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

​​​​​​​Autumn and spring teaching

• Chemistry Advanced Project (MChem)

International Baccalaureate

Typical offer    

34 points overall from the full IB Diploma.     

Subjects    

Higher Levels must include Chemistry, with a grade of at least 6.

European Baccalaureate

Typical offer    

Overall result of 80%

Additional requirements    

• Evidence of existing academic ability in Chemistry is essential (normally with a final grade of at least 8.0).

• Also you should have a good level of Mathematics.

Other international qualifications

Typical offer    

Standard XII results

• 85% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE)  

• 85% from SSC All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE)

• 85% HSC Higher Secondary Certificate ( Maharashtra )

Additional requirements    

• Evidence of existing academic ability in Chemistry is essential.

• You must also have a good level of Mathematics.

• Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

English language requirements

• IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

Home students: £9,250 per year

Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £9,250 per year

International students: £22,500 per year

Transferable skills such as time management, communication and analytical skills are embedded in the modules throughout your course. Many of our graduates go on to PhD study and research careers in organic, inorganic, physical or computational chemistry. You can also pursue careers in a range of fields such as:

• medicinal chemistry

• drug discovery and chemical industries

• management consultancy and marketing.