University of St Andrews
Chemistry with External Placement
St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom · UCAS F102
Level
Bachelor
Duration
5 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
£33,250 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
F102
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Course Overview
Chemistry with External Placement at University of St Andrews in St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Chemistry graduates work in pharmaceutical R&D, chemical manufacturing, food science, environmental chemistry and materials science, typically proceeding to MChem or a PhD for research roles, or entering the chemical industry, teaching or science communication.
Student life (indicative)
St Andrews is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
11,645
Staff Ratio
12.0:1
International
46.0%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£37,920
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Rural (<50k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Chemistry with External Placement
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Chemistry with External Placement topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Chemistry with External Placement
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
Chemistry
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
11,645
Total students
Staff Ratio
12:1
Students per staff
International Students
46%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Rural (<50k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool maritime
Safety Index (indicative)
9.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle | Historic / heritage
Student Life & City (indicative)
St Andrews is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.
- St Andrews is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues.
- The student community is central to city life.
What Students Love
- Historic city & heritage
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Beach lifestyle
- Thriving student social scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£37,920
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Chemistry graduates work in pharmaceutical R&D, chemical manufacturing, food science, environmental chemistry and materials science, typically proceeding to MChem or a PhD for research roles, or entering the chemical industry, teaching or science communication.
- Chemistry graduates work in pharmaceutical R&D, chemical manufacturing, food science, environmental chemistry and materials science, typically proceeding to MChem or a PhD for research roles, or entering the chemical industry, teaching or science communication.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Finance
- Consulting
- Research
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,479/month budget (housing $880, food $318, transport $78) covers everything comfortably. St Andrews is surprisingly affordable for a world-ranked university in a stunning coastal setting.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,479/month budget (housing $880, food $318, transport $78) covers everything comfortably.
- St Andrews is surprisingly affordable for a world-ranked university in a stunning coastal setting.