University of Kent

BSc Chemistry with a Foundation Year

University of Kent

Course overview

This four-year programme combines a foundation year with the full Chemistry degree, providing students with a solid start even if they don’t yet meet the standard entry requirements. During the foundation year, students will build essential academic skills and laboratory experience, preparing them well for higher-level chemistry studies.

In years 2 to 4, you study organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry in depth, and in your final year, you complete an independent research project. Assessment includes written exams, coursework, lab reports, and presentations.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement outlining their motivation and relevant experience, alongside an academic or employer reference, which may also include an upload of a CV to highlight any work experience or other relevant achievements.

Grade Requirements:

  • UCAS points: A total of 80 typical offer
  • A-levels: CDD, science subjects like Chemistry or Biology, or BB / CCC if your background is in non-science subjects
  • International Baccalaureate: With 80 tariff points, commonly H5, H4, H4 including a science subject applicants may gain entry
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas: An MMP in Applied Science, Biomedical Science, or related fields is required

English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS: Demonstration of English proficiency is required if applicants come from countries where English is not the first language, with an IELTS of 6.0 overall and a minimum of 5.5 in each component

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

Graduating with a BSc Chemistry from the University of Kent gives graduates a strong base in both practical lab skills and theoretical understanding, which is highly valued in many sectors. Careers graduates often pursue include:

  • Analytical Chemist
  • Research Scientist
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Teacher / Educator

Cost of study

For international students, the fee for BSc Chemistry with a Foundation Year at the University of Kent is £23,500 per year. This fee may increase each academic year slightly.

Admission

Ready to begin your path in chemistry? Apply now through UCAS or via the University of Kent’s website. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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