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University degree

Chemistry with a Year in Industry

King's College London · London
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Study Chemistry with a Year in Industry MSci in the Department of Chemistry at King's College London. Our Chemistry with a Year in Industry Integrated Master’s equips you with the in-demand skills to make a real impact on the world. You'll gain deep knowledge and hands-on laboratory experience across all areas of chemistry, from how medicines work to developing sustainable solutions, followed by a year’s professional placement in a major UK company where you can apply your learning, and gain crucial skills and experience for your future career.

Our unique interdisciplinary approach and strong links with King's world-class Health Faculties and hospitals will prepare you to tackle complex, real-world problems, opening the door to a range of future-focused careers. Our graduates pursue roles in the chemical, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries, but also in tech, finance, and even law, where their analytical and problem-solving skills are invaluable. Taught by leading scientists who are shaping the future of chemistry, our course provides rigorous training in core principles including physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry, plus the lab skills to apply your learning and understand the power of chemistry in solving challenges and driving innovation.

You will also tackle an open-ended project, helping sharpen your essential career skills like project management, communication, and teamwork. Chemistry at King’s draws on the interface between the physical and life sciences, to explore new frontiers and deliver fundamental solutions for a sustainable and healthy society.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
<48 pts1%
48-63 pts1%
64-79 pts1%
112-127 pts2%
128-143 pts25%
144-159 pts33%
160-175 pts12%
176-191 pts9%
192-207 pts1%
208-223 pts2%
224-239 pts6%
240+ pts5%
How they qualified
89% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel89%
baccalaureate10%
otherHE2%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
70%
In professional / skilled jobs
95%
Continue past first year
83%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£32,000
After 15 months
£33,500
3 years on
£37,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
83%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching83%
Assessment & feedback80%
Academic support74%
Well organised83%
Learning resources78%
Student community82%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on King's College London's own site.
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