Study Chemical Physics with work placement - MSci (Hons) at University of Glasgow in the UK, School of Physics and Astronomy

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What will I learn?

Chemical physics is concerned with electrons, nuclei, atoms and molecules in all states of matter, and how they interact with their environment. This degree programme covers the area in which chemistry and physics overlap. **Why study this course at the University of Glasgow?** You will learn how to understand the laws of physics so that you can apply the latest technologies to control molecules and make new materials. You can take Chemical Physics as an MSci degree, which may include an additional placement year. This is normally spent doing research in industry or some other organisation such as a research institute like CERN or an academic laboratory. Placements may be in the UK, but are often taken overseas. They happen between year 3 and the final year of the degree. **Career Prospects?** Our graduates are employed in industry, commerce, government research and education. Many graduates proceed to research leading to a higher degree. Some of our recent graduates have been employed, among many other companies, by: EDF Energy Quotient Clinical Reckitt Benckiser Sterling Medical Innovation Synergy Outsourcing.

Which department am I in?

School of Physics and Astronomy

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees

£33,210.00 (US$ 42,888) per year

Accommodation (Havannah House) - £183.05 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Gilmorehill Campus

University of Glasgow,

University Avenue,

Glasgow,

Scotland,

G12 8QQ, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees

Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

University Of Glasgow,

University Avenue,

Glasgow,

Scotland,

G12 8QQ, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

SQA Higher entry requirements BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics at AAA. (B may be considered in one). SQA Higher adjusted entry requirements* (by end of S5 or S6) MD20: BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40: AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools. A-level standard entry requirements AAB – BBB Additional requirements: A-level Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. IB standard entry requirements 32 (5,5,5) Additional requirements: HL Chemistry, Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics. Advanced entry requirements for Chemical Physics SQA Higher advanced entry requirements Advanced Highers – AAA in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt. A-level advanced entry requirements Three A-levels at grades A*AA in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt. IB advanced entry requirements 38 points with three Higher Level subjects at 6,6,6 in Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches), Chemistry and Physics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt. Choose point of entry 2nd year on your UCAS application to indicate you wish to be considered for advanced entry.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.