Overview

Environmental chemists tackle global challenges in sustainability, health and green energy. Join the (Hons) Environmental Chemistry course from University of Plymouth .

Key facts

Empowering environmental chemists for tomorrow’s challenges

Prepare for a successful career in environmental chemistry with a degree that blends practical skills, real-world experience and award-winning teaching.

Learn in small groups led by world-class researchers, sharpen your analytical skills in state-of-the-art labs, and gain hands-on experience through fieldwork and industry placements.

With a strong emphasis on coursework and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this course equips you to thrive in a competitive job market.

This course is for you if...

you want to learn how chemical processes impact air, water, soil and ecosystems

Ocean pollution - bottle and dead fish in sea

you are seeking to develop your analytical and problem-solving skills by interpreting complex chemical data

Science beaker over the top of an open book

you are looking for a friendly and supportive teaching environment with hands-on career support

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you are excited to boost your employability through placements, work-based projects, or research experience

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Practice of Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Physical Chemistry

Approaches to Data Analysis

ChemAnalysis: Tools of the Trade

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

76

OR

4

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

126

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemistry Environmental Sciences View 369 other Bachelors in Chemistry in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

76

OR

4

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

126

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep

Trusted by 7M+ Students

Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

Study on your own schedule
Live classes with current and ex-examiners
Accurate score assesment, always
E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!

Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS tariff

104 - 112

A level

Three A levels to include at least a B/C in Chemistry and one further subject

BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma

Candidates may be interviewed before an offer is made. 18 units, Grade DMM. Science related including chemistry units.

Access to Higher Education at level 3

Candidates may be interviewed before an offer is made.

Can be used to replace one A level alongside two others to include chemistry.

Irish Leaving Certificate

112 points to include H3 in chemistry

International Baccalaureate

28 overall to include 5/4 at HL Chemistry, plus one further from table above sciences subjects.

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Tuition Fees

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19800 GBP 4000 GBP Built-In Scholarship

Non-residents

15800 GBP / year

≈ 15800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10050 GBP / year

≈ 10050 GBP / year

Additional Details

Discounts per year:

Year 1: £4,000
Year 2: £1,000
Year 3: £1,000

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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