Aberdeen,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Chemistry in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen
University of Aberdeen
|
Aberdeen United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
24,800
(c. USD33,052.94)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Chemistry extends far beyond laboratory experiments—it influences every facet of our existence. This science explores how substances transform and how these transformations impact everything from our food and air to medications and the energy that fuels our homes, vehicles, and devices.
As a fundamental science, chemistry lies at the heart of life itself while also focusing on enhancing quality of life. Frequently called the central science, a chemistry degree equips students with versatile skills applicable across diverse fields beyond the subject itself.
University chemistry students pursue fulfilling careers addressing contemporary challenges in drug development, environmental conservation, forensic science, agriculture, and food science, along with academic paths in teaching or pioneering research.
Chemistry plays a pivotal role in shifting toward renewable energy solutions. This program prepares students for careers advancing battery and fuel cell innovations, carbon capture methods, and hydrogen-based energy systems.
The BSc (Honours) degree offers the conventional path to a chemistry qualification, requiring four years of full-time study (with potential second-year entry for qualified applicants and part-time options). Graduates achieving first or upper second-class honors can pursue postgraduate research, though most explore the extensive career opportunities available to chemistry graduates.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
SQA Highers
Standard: AABB*
Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.
Minimum: BBB*
Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.
Adjusted: BB*
Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening access criteria are are guaranteed a conditional offer. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
A LEVELS
Standard: BBB*
Minimum: BBC*
Adjusted: CCC*
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
International Baccalaureate
32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL*.
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
Irish Leaving Certificate
5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB*, obtained in a single sitting. (B must be at B2 or above)
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
Ielts Academic: Overall - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0 ,
Toefl ibt Overall - 78 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21
Standard: AABB*
Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.
Minimum: BBB*
Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.
Adjusted: BB*
Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening access criteria are are guaranteed a conditional offer. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
A LEVELS
Standard: BBB*
Minimum: BBC*
Adjusted: CCC*
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
International Baccalaureate
32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL*.
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
Irish Leaving Certificate
5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB*, obtained in a single sitting. (B must be at B2 or above)
* Including good performance in Chemistry and one other Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.
Ielts Academic: Overall - 6.0 with: Listening - 5.5, Reading - 5.5, Speaking - 5.5, Writing - 6.0 ,
Toefl ibt Overall - 78 with: Listening - 17, Reading - 18, Speaking - 20, Writing - 21
Tuition
GBP
24,800