MChem (Hons) Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry (with a year in industry) [UCAS F154]
United KingdomCourse at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Heslington Campus (Campus West and Campus East), York, United KingdomLocation
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Heslington Campus (Campus West and Campus East), YorkCampus
- £32,350Fees
- Ask our teamScholarship
About this programme
MChem (Hons) Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry (with a year in industry) [UCAS F154] is a master's programme at University of York (Heslington Campus (Campus West and Campus East), York). Duration: 4 years full-time (including the year away).
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Intakes: September (September 2026). International tuition: GBP 32,350 per year.
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
United Kingdom- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
York is a Russell Group university and highly selective - typical offers run from AAB to A*AA at A level, or 35-38 IB points. India: Class XII of around 85-90% or above is normally expected for competitive courses. Check the typical offer on each course page · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) · English test waiver: York accepts GCSE, IGCSE or O level English Language (as a FIRST OR SECOND language) at the required grade, completed within SEVEN YEARS of the course start date, in place of a test. It also accepts a range of school-leaving certificates including the International Baccalaureate and European Baccalaureate, and country-specific qualifications, again within seven years, if the required grade in an English subject is met. Accepted tests: IELTS Academic and Online, IELTS One Skill Retake, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Trinity ISE, Cambridge B2 First, Cambridge C1 Advanced, Duolingo, LanguageCert SELT and Academic, Kaplan Test of English, Skills for English, Oxford Test of English Advanced, Oxford ELLT. Scores from different attempts or test types CANNOT be combined and must be under two years old · Backlogs accepted: Not published; York is highly selective and assesses the whole academic record · Application fee: Nil (direct application for postgraduate); UCAS fee on the undergraduate route · Deposit: York requires a tuition fee deposit before CAS. GHANA: a deposit of GBP 12,000 is required from Ghanaian applicants - substantially higher than the standard. Confirm the current standard figure and any other country-specific requirement with the International Recruitment team before advising
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition£32,350 GBP / year≈ $40,949 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: UCAS equal-consideration deadline applies to undergraduate courses (late January). Postgraduate taught applications are considered on a rolling basis but popular courses close early - apply as soon as possible. CAS is issued after an unconditional offer…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does MChem (Hons) Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry (with a year in industry) [UCAS F154] cost?
GBP 32,350 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
York is a Russell Group university and highly selective - typical offers run from AAB to A*AA at A level, or 35-38 IB points. India: Class XII of around 85-90% or above is normally expected for competitive courses. Check the typical offer on each course page · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) · English test waiver: York accepts GCSE, IGCSE or O level English Language (as a FIRST OR SECOND language) at the required grade, completed within SEVEN YEARS of the course start date, in place of a test. It also accepts a range of school-leaving certificates including the International Baccalaureate and European Baccalaureate, and country-specific qualifications, again within seven years, if the required grade in an English subject is met. Accepted tests: IELTS Academic and Online, IELTS One Skill Retake, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Trinity ISE, Cambridge B2 First, Cambridge C1 Advanced, Duolingo, LanguageCert SELT and Academic, Kaplan Test of English, Skills for English, Oxford Test of English Advanced, Oxford ELLT. Scores from different attempts or test types CANNOT be combined and must be under two years old · Backlogs accepted: Not published; York is highly selective and assesses the whole academic record · Application fee: Nil (direct application for postgraduate); UCAS fee on the undergraduate route · Deposit: York requires a tuition fee deposit before CAS. GHANA: a deposit of GBP 12,000 is required from Ghanaian applicants - substantially higher than the standard. Confirm the current standard figure and any other country-specific requirement with the International Recruitment team before advising
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