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Years 1 - 3: foundation classes in Chemistry and Mathematics, and other sciences; classes in Forensic Science, Drug Discovery and Chemical Engineering may be chosen; practical chemistry laboratory sessions help you to master the basic preparative and analytical skills; in the later years, you take classes in all aspects of Inorganic, Organic, Biological and Physical Chemistry and Laboratory work increases.

Year 4: completion of the initial teacher education component in the School of Education, which includes teaching practice in schools.

Year 5: specialise in the areas and applications that interest you most and undertake a research project in chemistry or in education.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at AABB or AAAC including English, Maths at B and Chemistry at B. Advanced Higher Maths and Chemistry recommended for sixth year entrants.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at ABBC or BBBB including English, Maths at B and Chemistry at B. Advanced Higher Maths and Chemistry recommended for sixth year entrants.

Entry to year 2 may be possible with 3 Advanced Higher at ABB including Maths, Biology, Chemistry or Physics and Higher English.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted in place of a non-essential Higher.

You will require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.