Environmental Chemistry

University of Plymouth

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Plymouth, based in Plymouth, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £26,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

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Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Environmental chemists will play a vital role in tackling global environmental challenges, including sustainability, human health, green energy and protecting the environment. A unique skillset will be developed throughout the programme, ensuring a strong knowledge base in chemistry, with specialism in the environmental science sector to meet society’s sustainability needs for the future.

- Equip yourself for successful employment in a competitive job market – our focus on practical, professional skills means you graduate primed to enter the workplace.

- Benefit from award-winning teaching in small groups and be inspired by staff who are world-leading researchers.

- Hone your practical problem-solving skills in our newly-refurbished laboratories, kitted out with the latest analytical instrumentation.

- Take part in fieldwork in the UK and/or overseas in a variety of locations.

- 70% of assessment is based on coursework.

- Experience chemistry in the real world and boost your employability by taking a placement, work-based project in your final year, or working alongside PhD and post-doctoral researchers in our high specification laboratories.

- A diverse and respectful place in which to work and study is fundamental to everything we do.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Plymouth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £26,000

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Plymouth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £26,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Plymouth
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Chemistry
Avg. Graduate Salary
£26,000