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Study Chemistry at the University of Bath

From excellent job prospects and hands-on learning to a great student experience, there are plenty of reasons to choose chemistry at Bath.

Receive £24,000 over 3 years of study with a Bath International Excellence Scholarship

Shaping your future

Gain hands-on experience in our highly practical chemistry courses, preparing you with the knowledge and skills to tackle chemistry problems in a range of industries.


Study the structure, properties and synthesis of matter and get ready for a wide range of careers in industry, business, healthcare and beyond.

You can choose to study undergraduate degree courses in:

  • Chemistry. An introduction to all areas of chemistry, giving you the practical and theoretical skills to design experiments and test hypotheses.
  • Chemistry for Drug Discovery. Gain a solid foundation in chemistry, focussing on preparing drugs and medicines, how they work, and the steps involved in drug discovery.
  • Chemistry with Management. Combine your love of chemistry and business, gaining a broad education in chemistry and an understanding of the social, legal and economic implications of management decisions in industry.

Why you should join us

Here are some of our top reasons to choose Bath to study chemistry.


Keep your options open

Move seamlessly between areas such as nanotechnology, drug development, sustainability and new materials and tailor your optional units and projects to suit your strengths and interests.

Go on a placement

Boost your employability and take advantage of our strong industry links with an optional professional placement. You will receive dedicated support from our specialist placements team before and during your placement.

Kickstart your career

All of our courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to embark on a successful career. We're ranked top 10 for career after 15 months for Chemistry in the Guardian University Guide 2025.

Hear from our students

Undergraduate students from the Department of Chemistry share their experiences of studying and living in Bath.


Life in Bath


Discover Bath’s unique blend of history, culture and community and walk through a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Roman and Georgian architecture sets the stage for concerts, exhibitions, and festivals all year round.

The city’s compact layout makes it easy to explore on foot, by bike, or on e-scooters, with reliable transport links connecting you to campus and beyond.

As a student at Bath, you can dive into a vibrant social scene with cosy pubs, buzzing clubs, and live music and theatre, or unwind in Britain’s only natural thermal spa.

On campus, life isn’t just about studying. Enjoy our Students' Union, food outlets, campus pub and nightclub, as well as The Edge, where you can take dance, art and music classes, and the Sports Training Village (STV), where you can train in the same facilities Olympic athletes use.

Find out about living in Bath as a student

Supporting you and your success


When you start university, you might feel like you need some support to get through any challenges that you face. We have support systems and networks in place to help you through your time here.

Whether you’re looking to develop your academic and employability skills, need financial advice or guidance to improve your wellbeing, or are looking for practical information to support you as an international student, we have dedicated teams to help.

Explore our student support services
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Scholarships for international undergraduate students

Announcing our brand new undergraduate international scholarships for 2026/7 overseas entrants.


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We are delighted to offer up to 300 Bath International Excellence Scholarships that are worth £8,000 per academic year - £24,000 over three years - for high-achieving international students joining an undergraduate degree course in September 2026.

If you are a new first year applicant who has been assessed as an overseas fee paying student, and have an offer to study an undergraduate degree at the University of Bath starting in September 2026, you are eligible to apply.

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