Study options

There are many different qualifications and routes you can take to become a professional chemical scientist and have a successful career in chemistry

GETTING INTO CHEMISTRY

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Your options at 16

Includes studying part-time and variations across the UK

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Choosing your options at 14

What to think about when choosing your subjects at 14, summary of the courses available and ideas on where to get help

HIGHER EDUCATION

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Options for higher education

Study chemistry and build valuable skills for your career – find out more about choosing a higher education qualification

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Earn while you learn

Understand the benefits of work-based qualifications, what you could be doing as an apprentice and how to apply.

GOING TO UNIVERSITY

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    Routes into university

    Explanation of the general entry requirements to study chemistry at university and what you can do if you do not have the necessary qualifications.

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    What chemistry course?

    Outline of the different types of university chemistry courses available with help on how to choose a degree that will suit you.

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    Choosing a university

    Ideas on what to consider when you are choosing a university to study chemistry.

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    Should I take a gap year?

    Ideas on what you can do, what you can gain and what to consider when thinking about taking a gap year.

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    How to pay for university

    Find out how much university is likely to cost, where to apply for student finance and ideas on additional sources of income.

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    Accredited chemistry degrees

    More than 360 degree programmes at over 60 universities are currently accredited by our well-established and respected accreditation system.