Chemistry with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
University of Kent
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Chemistry
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Chemistry at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £23000 | £27000 |
25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £28500 | £19500 - £27000 | £22500 - £34500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Chemistry
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26087 | £25084 | £30411 |
25-75 percentile range | £23037 - £30143 | £20483 - £31674 | £24333 - £37866 |
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Course Description
Interested in developing chemical compounds? Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills to help tackle global challenges such as developing renewable energy and biomaterials and combating chemical warfare.
Our distinctive programme includes a set of ‘chemistry in context’ modules where you can apply your knowledge to specific case studies - in our state of the art facilities - as well as the opportunity to work with our leading research teams on your own project. You also benefit from our expert careers advice to give you the best possible start with a strong focus on your future career and how to get you there.
This programme is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).
Reasons to study Chemistry at Kent
- Study a wide range of modules from core chemistry concepts to how it can help build a better world with an introduction to chemistry and the environment.
- Study abroad for a year or complete a professional placement to increase your employability skills and professional networks
- Fantastic industry-standard facilities, including a Raman spectrometer, two scanning electron microscopes (SEM), gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) system
- Take a final-year research project which can help prepare you for further study including PhDs
- Join ChemSoc, the Chemistry Society for all budding chemists, and take part in a range of social and career focused talks and activities.
- Our lecturers are both innovative teachers and active researchers.
- Flexible Foundation Year options available.
What you'll study
In the first year you’ll develop a broad base on which chemistry is founded before further developing your knowledge of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and your practical laboratory skills in year two. In your final year, alongside advanced modules in organic, inorganic, analytical and physical chemistry, you complete an individual research project with one of our research groups.
Year Abroad
Expand your horizons and tailor your degree to suit you with a year abroad, where you'll study at one of our partner institutions for a year. Studying abroad can help you grow in confidence, enhance your employability, plus you'll make friends in the country you're studying in and meet other adventurous students from around the world.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Chemistry with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons) at University of Kent
25% | Engineering professionals |
15% | Sales occupations |
15% | Administrative occupations |
15% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
10% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Chemistry
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of University of Kent in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Kent in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #18
- #23
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- Chemistry
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #33
- #43
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- Chemistry
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 26 university rankings of University of Kent
About University of Kent
The University of Kent is a publicly funded research university located in Kent, England. The university’s main campus is situated north of Canterbury, while its other campuses are found in Medway and Tonbridge in Kent. Additionally, the university operates postgraduate centres in Brussels, Athens, Rome and Paris.
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Student composition of University of Kent
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Kent by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13390
- postgraduates:
- 2820
- Total:
- 16210
Where is this programme taught
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023