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BSc in Chemistry

Year 1

All students study 120 credits per academic year. In the first year, there are 80 credits of chemistry modules that teach the basics of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, consolidating and building on pre-university courses. Mathematical and Experimental Tools Required in Chemistry (METriC) contains courses that develop mathematical and physical concepts as tools for chemistry, and also some background biology and physics. Practical Chemistry is introduced in two cross-disciplinary modules, concluding in a short project.

Compulsory modules

Core Chemistry 1
Practical Chemistry 1A
Mathematical and Experimental Tools Required in Chemistry
Introduction to Materials Chemistry
Practical Chemistry 1B

Optional modules

You will take 40 credits of modules from those offered by other departments in science and the other faculties. Option modules have previously included:

Mathematics
Biology and languages are popular
We offer an elective Chemistry module ‘Molecules in Action’.

Year 2

All Chemistry students study compulsory modules to the value of 100 credits. These extend the knowledge of inorganic, organic, physical and theoretical chemistry from the first-year introduction, and develop further practical skills.

Compulsory modules

Core Chemistry 2
Chemistry of the Elements
Structure and Reactivity in Organic Chemistry
Properties of Molecules
Practical Chemistry 2– Inorganic
Practical Chemistry 2 – Organic
Practical Chemistry 2 – Physical

Optional modules

Your final second-year modules provide you with an opportunity to specialize or to continue study with a timetable-compatible module of another subject. You will study one 20-credit module. Option modules have previously included:

Biological Chemistry
Computational Chemistry
A module from another subject.

Year 3

Three compulsory modules ensure that you cover some core aspects of the subject, and also provide you with a research-led capstone to your study. The remaining modules allow you to study all areas of the subject or to specialize.

Compulsory modules

Core Chemistry 3
Chemistry BSc Dissertation
Either Chemistry and Society Or Chemistry into Schools

At least one 10-credit module:

Inorganic Concepts and Applications
Advanced Organic Chemistry
Molecules and their Interactions

At least one 10-credit laboratory module:

Practical Chemistry 3 – Inorganic
Practical Chemistry 3 – Organic
Practical Chemistry 3 – Physical

Optional modules

These 20-credit modules provide you with the opportunity to further develop your interest in specialized areas of the subject. Modules have previously included:

Biological Chemistry (if not taken in the second year)
Computational Chemistry (if not taken in the second year)
Materials Chemistry
Advanced Computational Chemistry.

Options Available:-

4 Year With Foundation Year

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

More information Required

10 Days

Possible Interview Call from Institution

10 Days

Provisional/Unconditional Offer

20 Days

Visa Process

30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

A degree in Chemistry will prepare you for a career in science and technology either in industry, research or academia. Chemistry is also an excellent foundation for careers in areas such as business and finance, consultancy, journalism, information technology, teaching and more. A significant number of our students also progress to postgraduate study.

Transferable skills include communication and presentation skills, logical thinking, report writing, problem solving, time management, data handling and analysis, teamwork and leadership, creativity, and instrumental and experimental skills. We aim to develop your curiosity as a scientist. These skills are valued across many sectors.

Recent employers of our graduates include GSK, Infineum, Procter & Gamble, BP and Akzo Nobel.

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate

Standard XII

A*A*A

Standard XII with an average score of 90% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 87% or higher.

A*AA

Standard XII with an average score of 87% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher.

AAA

Standard XII with an average score of 85% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher.

AAB

Standard XII with an average score of 84% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher.

ABB

Standard XII with an average score of 83% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher.

Note: Standard XII from CBSE or CISCE Boards and some State Boards only are accepted for entry. State Boards considered on a case by case basis.

The IELTS requirement for Durham University depends on the program you're applying to:
MBA program
The IELTS requirement for the Durham MBA program is 7.0 overall, with no element below 6.5.
International Foundation Year
The IELTS requirement for the International Foundation Year at Durham University is 5.5 overall, with 5.5 in reading and writing, and a minimum of 5.0 in all other skills.
Other programs
If English is not your first language, you may need an IELTS score of 7.0 or above (with no element below 6.5) to apply to other programs at Durham University.
The IELTS or Pearson Test of English (PTE) test must be no more than two years old at the start of the program.
Durham University also offers an International Study Centre that provides English language preparation for students to prepare for their degree at Durham City Campus.

Durham University

Durham , England ,United Kingdom