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University degree

Chemical Physics

University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Our Chemical Physics degree provides the framework for understanding the properties of matter, from the fundamentals to the latest research. You will focus on the wide range of analytical, experimental and research skills necessary to practise the subject. Chemical physics is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across two major fields of physical science: A modern chemical physicist is equipped with the tools to make contributions to a sustainable, secure and healthy future for the coming generations, through the development of: The Master of Chemical Physics (MChemPhys) degree programme covers topics in all branches of the discipline, from the fundamentals to the most advanced understanding and application. In the early years, we will provide a solid foundation in the core subjects of:

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
160-175 pts10%
176-191 pts20%
208-223 pts25%
224-239 pts20%
240+ pts25%
How they qualified
90% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel90%
otherHE10%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
85%
In professional / skilled jobs
90%
Continue past first year
77%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£31,000
After 15 months
£29,000
3 years on
£37,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
77%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching87%
Assessment & feedback58%
Academic support59%
Well organised69%
Learning resources89%
Student community85%
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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 University of Edinburgh's own site.
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