- Medicinal Chemistry
BSc (Hons) or MChem — 2025 entry Medicinal Chemistry
Our BSc or MChem Medicinal Chemistry courses focus on the intersection of chemistry and biology. Study on these courses and you'll be well-positioned for careers in pharmaceutical research, drug development, and related industries.
Why choose
this course?
Our professionally accredited BSc and MChem teach you the fundamentals of medicinal chemistry and encourage you to make your own discoveries.
You’ll benefit from our research-active academics and strong professional links, gaining the confidence to translate your ideas into practice. You’ll also have the opportunity to study modules delivered by our School of Biosciences and Medicine.
Our chemistry programmes offer one of the best staff-to-student ratios in the country. This means you’ll have excellent support, gaining the knowledge and skills you need to enter the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
We also offer award-winning Professional Training placements, giving students industry work experience opportunities with leading organisations in the UK and abroad.
Statistics
Top 10 in the UK
Chemistry is ranked top 10 in the UK for overall student satisfaction* in the National Student Survey 2023
16th in the UK
For chemistry in the Complete University Guide 2024
94%
Of our chemistry undergraduates going on to employment or further study after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA)
*Measured by % positivity across all questions for all providers listed in the Guardian University Guide League Tables
Accreditation
What you will study
Our courses train you in core and medicinal chemistry, covering topics such as physiology, pharmacology and cell biology.
You’ll also benefit from Surrey’s excellent links with leading pharmaceutical companies, where you can choose to complete a Professional Training placement or Industrial Research placement.
You can apply to study for either a BSc or an MChem. The MChem builds on the BSc with a masters year and is a direct route to a masters qualification, known as an integrated masters. If you study for an MChem, you’ll spend a year doing industry-based research before returning for a final-year of masters-level modules.
Professional recognition
BSc (Hons) - Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for partially meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
MChem - Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for fully meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. Each semester consists of a period of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment.
The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.
- Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons)
- Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons) with foundation year
- Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons) with placement
- Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons) with foundation year and placement
- Medicinal Chemistry MChem
Please note: The full module listing for the optional Professional Training placement part of your course is available in the relevant programme specification.
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.
Course options
Year 1 - BSc (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module introduces students to the structures within a cell and their functions, including an understanding of the processes by which cells divide and die. The module then considers how cell structure and function can be adapted to specialise cells for particular purposes, and begins to consider how different types of cell are able to interact with one another and their environment in order to form higher order structures such as tissues and organs. Overarching these themes are four practical classes which illustrate the way in which cells and tissues can be studied.
View full module detailsThe module provides an introductory overview of the main techniques used in analytical chemistry. It provides understanding of the fundamental principles of chemical analysis as well as the main aspects of their application. The combination of lectures and practical sessions allows the students to get familiarised with the common practices in an analytical chemistry laboratory (calibration of instrumentation, validation, analysis of quality control samples, etc.) as well to introduce them to health & safety regulations and risk assessment.
View full module detailsThis module provides an introduction to Inorganic Chemistry and contains both theoretical and laboratory components. The starting point is basic quantum theory which is built upon to explain the periodic table, key trends and the reactivity of main group and d-block elements. This is underpinned by a review and extension of bonding theories.
View full module detailsThis module introduces key skills in: Mathematics: for the manipulation of physical laws underpinning Chemistry Statistics: for analysis and significance testing of hypotheses and analytical data in Chemistry Computing skills: for the basics of molecular modelling and presentation of chemical information in a standard format These skills are essential for your understanding of concepts later in the degree program, as well as in the handling of chemical data particularly in the laboratory aspects of all future CHE modules.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module aims to introduce students from all backgrounds to the principles of regulation of homeostasis. It provides a foundational knowledge to which principles can be applied in the control of several model systems to maintain homeostasis. The content builds upon content from Cell Biology and Biochemistry in semester 1 of level 4 and this essential knowledge is utilised in multiple modules at levels 5 and 6. Students will develop their practical skills in a number of scenarios, including exercise physiology, use of digital technologies to determine and monitor physiological outputs relating to model systems covered in the content. Laboratory skills are further developed from semester 1, data analysis and use of graphing software is cemented using lab derived data.
View full module detailsThis module gives an introduction to organic chemistry based on an orbital approach to structure and bonding, then a structure and bonding approach to reactivity, followed by the application of structure, bonding and reactivity to simple functional group organic chemistry. A practical component will teach basic organic laboratory skills and allow students real-life experience of carrying out some of the chemistry taught in the lectures.
View full module detailsThis module gives an introduction to fundamental laws that govern the behaviour of matter through an understanding of the properties of matter at molecular, atomic and subatomic level. This will in some cases build on your existing knowledge (e.g. atomic structure gained in CHE1042, or pre-university knowledge in thermodynamics), and in others introduces you to new knowledge essential for the understanding of later concepts in Physical Chemistry such as in CHE2040.
View full module detailsThis module provides the opportunity to enhance transferable skills including skills necessary for employment and further study. Specifically, students will learn about the principles of scientific writing/reporting, how to research using scientific databases and how to reference content appropriately. Students will gain skills in Excel to visualise data, graphing and statistical functionality for chemical problems, and develop individual presentation skills.
View full module detailsYear 2 - BSc (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module builds upon the basic concepts taught at FHEQ level 4 and prepares students for the advanced research-led concepts of FHEQ level 6 and, where applicable, for relevant placements. Specifically, new reactions leading to carbon–carbon bond formation are explained, while the concepts of aromatic chemistry are expanded to heteroaromatics.
View full module detailsThis module discusses the theoretical knowledge and skills required for the interpretation of NMR, IR, Raman, MS and UV-Vis spectra
View full module detailsEnhancing a knowledge and application of analytical chemistry including an awareness of the operation of modern instruments in research and industrial environments.
View full module detailsThe students will gain understanding of the fundamental concepts behind materials involving extended inorganic and organic structures, along with their properties and applications (encompassing Sustainability and Global and Cultural Capabilities pillars). This includes an introduction to characterisation techniques that are more specific to materials chemistry (e.g. diffraction techniques, thermal analysis, mechanical testing, and characterisation of magnetic and conduction properties) compared to small molecule chemistry.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module builds on concepts introduced at level 4 to inform, analyse and stimulate enquiry into Intermediate topics in Physical Chemistry. The student will learn fundamental and applied aspects of phases and equilibria, spectroscopy, surfactants, colloids and emulsions and gain hands-on experience of a range of experimental techniques that reinforce the learning outcomes of the module.
View full module detailsThis module builds on general organic chemistry principles that students acquired at levels 4 and 5 in the context of biomolecules. Students will learn the natural and synthetic chemistry of peptides, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and natural products from common biosynthetic pathways. This foundation will then support development of a basic understanding of drug action, on and by these molecules, and the drug discovery process.
View full module detailsThis module builds on knowledge from the Inorganic Chemistry module at level 4 and expands on the principles of bonding and reactivity to include p-, d-, and f-block elements and gives students an introduction to molecular symmetry. The associated laboratory component further develops skills in the synthesis and characterisation of inorganic compounds.
View full module detailsOptional
The purpose of the module is to introduce the subject of Pharmacology. They will apply their knowledge of Biochemistry and Physiology to understand the mechanism of action of key current drugs. With a particular focus on the following systems: cardiovascular, neurological, anti-inflammatory, -infectives and -cancer. Students will also consider how the body deals with drugs, namely absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME).
View full module detailshis module is intended to further develop knowledge and practice of Molecular modelling (started in the MOE part of module CHE1040) and introduce the students to modern computational drug design as an opportunity to gain these skills on their own but also as a precursor to the CHE3053 module in the final year where more advanced aspects of these techniques will be developed. The module also serves to help students gain skills and experience that they may want to develop further in the final year project modules (CHE3047 and CHEM029)
View full module detailsYear 3 - BSc (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module builds on fundamental concepts introduced to students in Level 4 (CHE1041 Organic Structure, Reactivity and Functional Groups) and Level 5 (CHE 2044 Organic carbon-carbon bond formation and Heterocyclic Chemistry) organic chemistry courses and Level 5 Spectroscopy module (CHE2036 Applied Organic Spectroscopy). This is a high level module in organic chemistry, moving from the predominantly functional group approach of Level 4 beyond the skeletal construction approach of Level 5, to deal with modern and more conceptually challenging reactions and strategies for dealing with multistep syntheses. These are the reactions that are commonly used in contemporary organic synthetic chemistry.
View full module detailsOptional
The module builds upon knowledge from Inorganic modules at level 4 and 5. This is achieved by introducing aspects of inorganic chemistry that have not been previously addressed or by reviewing and expanding knowledge towards applications. The main topic of the module is the bonding and reactivity of Organometallic compounds and the application of Organometallic d-block compounds in homogeneous catalysis. The application of group theory to the prediction and analysis of vibrational spectra of carbonyl complexes, is introduced. This expands on previous knowledge that a student gains at level 5 concerning point groups and molecular symmetry. To compliment applications of Organometallic compounds, the applications of Inorganic materials will be emphasized by detailed discussion of the operating mechanism and uses of silicon-based and molecular-based electronics. A current ‘hot topic’ in Inorganic materials research is considered: for example, the chemistry, properties and prospective uses of metal-organic frameworks or perovskites.
View full module detailsThis module is intended to present advanced molecular modelling (building on previous modeling experience in CHE1040 and CHE2043) to give students experience with modern computer aided drug design. We will cover most aspects of modern computational drug design from a practical viewpoint, where students learn by doing and not by just listening. If you are doing a computational final year project in CHE3047 or CHEM029 this module will give you the skills needed.
View full module detailsThe purpose of this module is for students to propose potential pharmacotherapeutic targets for conditions of their choice. Here the academic staff introduce a signaling pathway, group of receptors, channels, enzymes, they also provide some case studies of areas of targeting. Students then take this knowledge and build on it and through their own research propose a target.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
The module provides well-rounded knowledge and understanding of the chemistry and molecular considerations and assays involved in drug discovery. Students who opted to study Bioorganic Chemistry and Drug Discovery at level 5 will find this module gives a deeper understanding of the medicinal chemistry aspect of drug discovery. Through its employment of example drug discovery projects from the research areas of viruses, antibiotics, diabetes, adrenergic receptors, cancer, including nuclear medicine, nanotherapeutics and inorganic medicinal chemistry, it provides students with an appreciation of design and discovery strategies which will allow them to critically evaluate unseen medicinal chemistry projects as well as suggest new research directions and ideas for improvements.
View full module detailsOptional
This module builds on levels 4 and 5 (physical chemistry, spectroscopy, inorganic modules and maths) to inform, analyse and stimulate enquiry into Physical Chemistry research in problems of relevance to industry and the environment. It features green chemistry, catalysis, surface science, advanced spectroscopy and photochemistry.
View full module detailsThe purpose of this module is to give students an advanced understanding of Analytical chemistry. The student will enhance the knowledge and application of specialist topics in analytical chemistry including awareness of the operation of advanced modern instruments with particular attention to the principles, practical aspects and problem solving/application aspects of advanced atomic spectroscopy, chromatography, electrochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Case scenario examples will be used to give students a broad understanding of how data are produced and interpreted. This module demonstrates the application of relevant techniques to a wide range of application such as Environmental chemistry, geoscience, ecotoxicology, medical sciences. This module support further learning across all chemistry programmes such as: CHE1034 (basic knowledge for Chemistry of the Environment) CHE1044, CHE2035, CHEM028 (From fundamental to advance analytical chemistry modules) CHE2033, CHE3055, CHEM034 (Forensic toxicology/investigation, analysis of trace evidence) CHEM037, CHE3062 (principles of pharmacokinetics, drug processes, schedules)
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
The project module is the culmination of your learning journey so far. Here you will be able to put into practice the theory and practical skills you have learned throughout the course. You will also be able to employ your transferrable skills in the oral examination and the dissertation. This module is intended allow final year students to put all their knowledge learned so far to use in an extended practical project. Students work in the research groups of one of the academic staff and carry out independent research leading to the production of a dissertation which is also defended by an oral examination.
View full module detailsBSc (Hons) with foundation year
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module provides opportunities for you to develop and demonstrate knowledge and comprehension, practical and core skills and reasoned judgements in familiar and unfamiliar chemistry and chemistry-related contexts. You will take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks and procedures, with classes in place to help support you. The module uses a combination of teaching strategies that encompass cross discipline learning, reflection on outcomes, self-guided research, and traditional lecture teaching. A synoptic assessment of the assimilation of knowledge is used, to examine your understanding across the main strands of study in the module. The chemistry and related subject strands will be connected by shared topics of importance. The content starts from a basic, general overview of the main strands before diverging into more specific, in-depth topics towards the end of the course
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and comprehension, practical and core skills and reasoned judgments in familiar and unfamiliar chemistry and chemistry-related contexts. It follows on from Foundation Year for Chemistry Part A, further reinforcing the skills learnt in the pre-requisite, whilst going further into the chemistry content. Here the basic content from semester 1 is further built upon, introducing more in-depth topics of inorganic, organic, physical, and analytical chemistry. You will take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks and procedures, based on the skills learnt in the prerequisite module. This module will use a combination of teaching strategies that encompass cross discipline learning, reflection on outcomes, self-guided research, and traditional lecture teaching. There will be synoptic assessment of the assimilation of knowledge and understanding across the main strands of study in the module. The chemistry and related subject strands will be connected by shared topics of importance.
View full module detailsYear 1 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module introduces students to the structures within a cell and their functions, including an understanding of the processes by which cells divide and die. The module then considers how cell structure and function can be adapted to specialise cells for particular purposes, and begins to consider how different types of cell are able to interact with one another and their environment in order to form higher order structures such as tissues and organs. Overarching these themes are four practical classes which illustrate the way in which cells and tissues can be studied.
View full module detailsThe module provides an introductory overview of the main techniques used in analytical chemistry. It provides understanding of the fundamental principles of chemical analysis as well as the main aspects of their application. The combination of lectures and practical sessions allows the students to get familiarised with the common practices in an analytical chemistry laboratory (calibration of instrumentation, validation, analysis of quality control samples, etc.) as well to introduce them to health & safety regulations and risk assessment.
View full module detailsThis module provides an introduction to Inorganic Chemistry and contains both theoretical and laboratory components. The starting point is basic quantum theory which is built upon to explain the periodic table, key trends and the reactivity of main group and d-block elements. This is underpinned by a review and extension of bonding theories.
View full module detailsThis module introduces key skills in: Mathematics: for the manipulation of physical laws underpinning Chemistry Statistics: for analysis and significance testing of hypotheses and analytical data in Chemistry Computing skills: for the basics of molecular modelling and presentation of chemical information in a standard format These skills are essential for your understanding of concepts later in the degree program, as well as in the handling of chemical data particularly in the laboratory aspects of all future CHE modules.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module aims to introduce students from all backgrounds to the principles of regulation of homeostasis. It provides a foundational knowledge to which principles can be applied in the control of several model systems to maintain homeostasis. The content builds upon content from Cell Biology and Biochemistry in semester 1 of level 4 and this essential knowledge is utilised in multiple modules at levels 5 and 6. Students will develop their practical skills in a number of scenarios, including exercise physiology, use of digital technologies to determine and monitor physiological outputs relating to model systems covered in the content. Laboratory skills are further developed from semester 1, data analysis and use of graphing software is cemented using lab derived data.
View full module detailsThis module gives an introduction to organic chemistry based on an orbital approach to structure and bonding, then a structure and bonding approach to reactivity, followed by the application of structure, bonding and reactivity to simple functional group organic chemistry. A practical component will teach basic organic laboratory skills and allow students real-life experience of carrying out some of the chemistry taught in the lectures.
View full module detailsThis module gives an introduction to fundamental laws that govern the behaviour of matter through an understanding of the properties of matter at molecular, atomic and subatomic level. This will in some cases build on your existing knowledge (e.g. atomic structure gained in CHE1042, or pre-university knowledge in thermodynamics), and in others introduces you to new knowledge essential for the understanding of later concepts in Physical Chemistry such as in CHE2040.
View full module detailsThis module provides the opportunity to enhance transferable skills including skills necessary for employment and further study. Specifically, students will learn about the principles of scientific writing/reporting, how to research using scientific databases and how to reference content appropriately. Students will gain skills in Excel to visualise data, graphing and statistical functionality for chemical problems, and develop individual presentation skills.
View full module detailsYear 2 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module builds upon the basic concepts taught at FHEQ level 4 and prepares students for the advanced research-led concepts of FHEQ level 6 and, where applicable, for relevant placements. Specifically, new reactions leading to carbon–carbon bond formation are explained, while the concepts of aromatic chemistry are expanded to heteroaromatics.
View full module detailsThis module discusses the theoretical knowledge and skills required for the interpretation of NMR, IR, Raman, MS and UV-Vis spectra
View full module detailsEnhancing a knowledge and application of analytical chemistry including an awareness of the operation of modern instruments in research and industrial environments.
View full module detailsThe students will gain understanding of the fundamental concepts behind materials involving extended inorganic and organic structures, along with their properties and applications (encompassing Sustainability and Global and Cultural Capabilities pillars). This includes an introduction to characterisation techniques that are more specific to materials chemistry (e.g. diffraction techniques, thermal analysis, mechanical testing, and characterisation of magnetic and conduction properties) compared to small molecule chemistry.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module builds on concepts introduced at level 4 to inform, analyse and stimulate enquiry into Intermediate topics in Physical Chemistry. The student will learn fundamental and applied aspects of phases and equilibria, spectroscopy, surfactants, colloids and emulsions and gain hands-on experience of a range of experimental techniques that reinforce the learning outcomes of the module.
View full module detailsThis module builds on general organic chemistry principles that students acquired at levels 4 and 5 in the context of biomolecules. Students will learn the natural and synthetic chemistry of peptides, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and natural products from common biosynthetic pathways. This foundation will then support development of a basic understanding of drug action, on and by these molecules, and the drug discovery process.
View full module detailsThis module builds on knowledge from the Inorganic Chemistry module at level 4 and expands on the principles of bonding and reactivity to include p-, d-, and f-block elements and gives students an introduction to molecular symmetry. The associated laboratory component further develops skills in the synthesis and characterisation of inorganic compounds.
View full module detailsOptional
The purpose of the module is to introduce the subject of Pharmacology. They will apply their knowledge of Biochemistry and Physiology to understand the mechanism of action of key current drugs. With a particular focus on the following systems: cardiovascular, neurological, anti-inflammatory, -infectives and -cancer. Students will also consider how the body deals with drugs, namely absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME).
View full module detailshis module is intended to further develop knowledge and practice of Molecular modelling (started in the MOE part of module CHE1040) and introduce the students to modern computational drug design as an opportunity to gain these skills on their own but also as a precursor to the CHE3053 module in the final year where more advanced aspects of these techniques will be developed. The module also serves to help students gain skills and experience that they may want to develop further in the final year project modules (CHE3047 and CHEM029)
View full module detailsYear 3 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module builds on fundamental concepts introduced to students in Level 4 (CHE1041 Organic Structure, Reactivity and Functional Groups) and Level 5 (CHE 2044 Organic carbon-carbon bond formation and Heterocyclic Chemistry) organic chemistry courses and Level 5 Spectroscopy module (CHE2036 Applied Organic Spectroscopy). This is a high level module in organic chemistry, moving from the predominantly functional group approach of Level 4 beyond the skeletal construction approach of Level 5, to deal with modern and more conceptually challenging reactions and strategies for dealing with multistep syntheses. These are the reactions that are commonly used in contemporary organic synthetic chemistry.
View full module detailsOptional
The module builds upon knowledge from Inorganic modules at level 4 and 5. This is achieved by introducing aspects of inorganic chemistry that have not been previously addressed or by reviewing and expanding knowledge towards applications. The main topic of the module is the bonding and reactivity of Organometallic compounds and the application of Organometallic d-block compounds in homogeneous catalysis. The application of group theory to the prediction and analysis of vibrational spectra of carbonyl complexes, is introduced. This expands on previous knowledge that a student gains at level 5 concerning point groups and molecular symmetry. To compliment applications of Organometallic compounds, the applications of Inorganic materials will be emphasized by detailed discussion of the operating mechanism and uses of silicon-based and molecular-based electronics. A current ‘hot topic’ in Inorganic materials research is considered: for example, the chemistry, properties and prospective uses of metal-organic frameworks or perovskites.
View full module detailsThis module is intended to present advanced molecular modelling (building on previous modeling experience in CHE1040 and CHE2043) to give students experience with modern computer aided drug design. We will cover most aspects of modern computational drug design from a practical viewpoint, where students learn by doing and not by just listening. If you are doing a computational final year project in CHE3047 or CHEM029 this module will give you the skills needed.
View full module detailsThe purpose of this module is for students to propose potential pharmacotherapeutic targets for conditions of their choice. Here the academic staff introduce a signaling pathway, group of receptors, channels, enzymes, they also provide some case studies of areas of targeting. Students then take this knowledge and build on it and through their own research propose a target.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
The module provides well-rounded knowledge and understanding of the chemistry and molecular considerations and assays involved in drug discovery. Students who opted to study Bioorganic Chemistry and Drug Discovery at level 5 will find this module gives a deeper understanding of the medicinal chemistry aspect of drug discovery. Through its employment of example drug discovery projects from the research areas of viruses, antibiotics, diabetes, adrenergic receptors, cancer, including nuclear medicine, nanotherapeutics and inorganic medicinal chemistry, it provides students with an appreciation of design and discovery strategies which will allow them to critically evaluate unseen medicinal chemistry projects as well as suggest new research directions and ideas for improvements.
View full module detailsOptional
This module builds on levels 4 and 5 (physical chemistry, spectroscopy, inorganic modules and maths) to inform, analyse and stimulate enquiry into Physical Chemistry research in problems of relevance to industry and the environment. It features green chemistry, catalysis, surface science, advanced spectroscopy and photochemistry.
View full module detailsThe purpose of this module is to give students an advanced understanding of Analytical chemistry. The student will enhance the knowledge and application of specialist topics in analytical chemistry including awareness of the operation of advanced modern instruments with particular attention to the principles, practical aspects and problem solving/application aspects of advanced atomic spectroscopy, chromatography, electrochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Case scenario examples will be used to give students a broad understanding of how data are produced and interpreted. This module demonstrates the application of relevant techniques to a wide range of application such as Environmental chemistry, geoscience, ecotoxicology, medical sciences. This module support further learning across all chemistry programmes such as: CHE1034 (basic knowledge for Chemistry of the Environment) CHE1044, CHE2035, CHEM028 (From fundamental to advance analytical chemistry modules) CHE2033, CHE3055, CHEM034 (Forensic toxicology/investigation, analysis of trace evidence) CHEM037, CHE3062 (principles of pharmacokinetics, drug processes, schedules)
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
The project module is the culmination of your learning journey so far. Here you will be able to put into practice the theory and practical skills you have learned throughout the course. You will also be able to employ your transferrable skills in the oral examination and the dissertation. This module is intended allow final year students to put all their knowledge learned so far to use in an extended practical project. Students work in the research groups of one of the academic staff and carry out independent research leading to the production of a dissertation which is also defended by an oral examination.
View full module detailsYear 3 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1 & 2
Core
This module supports students’ development of personal and professional attitudes and abilities appropriate to a Professional Training placement. It supports and facilitates self-reflection and transfer of learning from their Professional Training placement experiences to their final year of study and their future employment. The PTY module is concerned with Personal and Professional Development towards holistic academic and non-academic learning, and is a process that involves self-reflection, documented via the creation of a personal record, planning and monitoring progress towards the achievement of personal objectives. Development and learning may occur before and during the placement, and this is reflected in the assessment model as a progressive process. However, the graded assessment takes place primarily towards the end of the placement. Additionally, the module aims to enable students to evidence and evaluate their placement experiences and transfer that learning to other situations through written and presentation skills.
View full module detailsYear 1 - MChem
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module introduces students to the structures within a cell and their functions, including an understanding of the processes by which cells divide and die. The module then considers how cell structure and function can be adapted to specialise cells for particular purposes, and begins to consider how different types of cell are able to interact with one another and their environment in order to form higher order structures such as tissues and organs. Overarching these themes are four practical classes which illustrate the way in which cells and tissues can be studied.
View full module detailsThe module provides an introductory overview of the main techniques used in analytical chemistry. It provides understanding of the fundamental principles of chemical analysis as well as the main aspects of their application. The combination of lectures and practical sessions allows the students to get familiarised with the common practices in an analytical chemistry laboratory (calibration of instrumentation, validation, analysis of quality control samples, etc.) as well to introduce them to health & safety regulations and risk assessment.
View full module detailsThis module provides an introduction to Inorganic Chemistry and contains both theoretical and laboratory components. The starting point is basic quantum theory which is built upon to explain the periodic table, key trends and the reactivity of main group and d-block elements. This is underpinned by a review and extension of bonding theories.
View full module detailsThis module introduces key skills in: Mathematics: for the manipulation of physical laws underpinning Chemistry Statistics: for analysis and significance testing of hypotheses and analytical data in Chemistry Computing skills: for the basics of molecular modelling and presentation of chemical information in a standard format These skills are essential for your understanding of concepts later in the degree program, as well as in the handling of chemical data particularly in the laboratory aspects of all future CHE modules.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module aims to introduce students from all backgrounds to the principles of regulation of homeostasis. It provides a foundational knowledge to which principles can be applied in the control of several model systems to maintain homeostasis. The content builds upon content from Cell Biology and Biochemistry in semester 1 of level 4 and this essential knowledge is utilised in multiple modules at levels 5 and 6. Students will develop their practical skills in a number of scenarios, including exercise physiology, use of digital technologies to determine and monitor physiological outputs relating to model systems covered in the content. Laboratory skills are further developed from semester 1, data analysis and use of graphing software is cemented using lab derived data.
View full module detailsThis module gives an introduction to organic chemistry based on an orbital approach to structure and bonding, then a structure and bonding approach to reactivity, followed by the application of structure, bonding and reactivity to simple functional group organic chemistry. A practical component will teach basic organic laboratory skills and allow students real-life experience of carrying out some of the chemistry taught in the lectures.
View full module detailsThis module gives an introduction to fundamental laws that govern the behaviour of matter through an understanding of the properties of matter at molecular, atomic and subatomic level. This will in some cases build on your existing knowledge (e.g. atomic structure gained in CHE1042, or pre-university knowledge in thermodynamics), and in others introduces you to new knowledge essential for the understanding of later concepts in Physical Chemistry such as in CHE2040.
View full module detailsThis module provides the opportunity to enhance transferable skills including skills necessary for employment and further study. Specifically, students will learn about the principles of scientific writing/reporting, how to research using scientific databases and how to reference content appropriately. Students will gain skills in Excel to visualise data, graphing and statistical functionality for chemical problems, and develop individual presentation skills.
View full module detailsYear 2 - MChem
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module builds upon the basic concepts taught at FHEQ level 4 and prepares students for the advanced research-led concepts of FHEQ level 6 and, where applicable, for relevant placements. Specifically, new reactions leading to carbon–carbon bond formation are explained, while the concepts of aromatic chemistry are expanded to heteroaromatics.
View full module detailsThis module discusses the theoretical knowledge and skills required for the interpretation of NMR, IR, Raman, MS and UV-Vis spectra
View full module detailsEnhancing a knowledge and application of analytical chemistry including an awareness of the operation of modern instruments in research and industrial environments.
View full module detailsThe students will gain understanding of the fundamental concepts behind materials involving extended inorganic and organic structures, along with their properties and applications (encompassing Sustainability and Global and Cultural Capabilities pillars). This includes an introduction to characterisation techniques that are more specific to materials chemistry (e.g. diffraction techniques, thermal analysis, mechanical testing, and characterisation of magnetic and conduction properties) compared to small molecule chemistry.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module builds on concepts introduced at level 4 to inform, analyse and stimulate enquiry into Intermediate topics in Physical Chemistry. The student will learn fundamental and applied aspects of phases and equilibria, spectroscopy, surfactants, colloids and emulsions and gain hands-on experience of a range of experimental techniques that reinforce the learning outcomes of the module.
View full module detailsThis module builds on general organic chemistry principles that students acquired at levels 4 and 5 in the context of biomolecules. Students will learn the natural and synthetic chemistry of peptides, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and natural products from common biosynthetic pathways. This foundation will then support development of a basic understanding of drug action, on and by these molecules, and the drug discovery process.
View full module detailsThis module builds on knowledge from the Inorganic Chemistry module at level 4 and expands on the principles of bonding and reactivity to include p-, d-, and f-block elements and gives students an introduction to molecular symmetry. The associated laboratory component further develops skills in the synthesis and characterisation of inorganic compounds.
View full module detailsOptional
The purpose of the module is to introduce the subject of Pharmacology. They will apply their knowledge of Biochemistry and Physiology to understand the mechanism of action of key current drugs. With a particular focus on the following systems: cardiovascular, neurological, anti-inflammatory, -infectives and -cancer. Students will also consider how the body deals with drugs, namely absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME).
View full module detailshis module is intended to further develop knowledge and practice of Molecular modelling (started in the MOE part of module CHE1040) and introduce the students to modern computational drug design as an opportunity to gain these skills on their own but also as a precursor to the CHE3053 module in the final year where more advanced aspects of these techniques will be developed. The module also serves to help students gain skills and experience that they may want to develop further in the final year project modules (CHE3047 and CHEM029)
View full module detailsYear 3 - MChem
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module builds on fundamental concepts introduced to students in Level 5 (CHE2036 Applied Organic Spectroscopy). This is a high level, problem solving, module in structure determination using one and two-dimensional NMR spectroscopy. Structural determination problems from synthetic organic chemistry and natural products chemistry will be undertaken. This module is to be undertaken as a distance learning module during the first part of semester 5 (teaching weeks 1 to 8) and has two units of assessment; assisted (20%) and unassisted (80%) distance learning coursework. Failure to submit as described above will invoke the deadline penalty, resulting in a 10% reduction per day in the overall mark awarded for each 24 hour period after the deadline, up to and including the third day after submission (30%). The mark recorded for assessed work submitted after the next 24 hour period (72 hours) or not submitted at all, will be zero. Any student in a position whereby they cannot submit assignments by the due deadline and believe they have valid ground for Extenuating Circumstances must submit to their Programme Administrator an Application for the Consideration of Extenuating Circumstances form along with supporting documentation. Please refer to Section F of the University Regulations http://www.surrey.ac.uk/quality_enhancement/regulations/index.htm for further information.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module is to be undertaken as a distance learning module during the second part of semester 2 of the Placement Year and has two units of assessment; assisted (20%) and unassisted (80%) distance learning coursework. The module will build on previous aspects of Physical Chemistry encountered in CHE1043: Physical Processes in Chemistry and CHE2040: Phases, Colloids and Electronic Transitions and also introduce the physical chemistry of electronic conduction, intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors, superconductors and related devices.
View full module detailsThis module is a distance learning module, undertaken by MChem students while completing their placement. The module revisits and expands on level 5 inorganic chemistry content (symmetry / group theory) and extends the concepts to applications of molecular symmetry to molecular orbital theory and bonding, and to the rationalization of vibrational spectra. Other spectrometric and resonance characterization techniques are considered including electronic (UV/vis) spectroscopy, NMR, EPR, Mossbauer and EXAFS, some of which have been previously studied. However, previous study at level 5 is given in the context of organic chemistry and this module provides similar concepts applied to inorganic compounds. For example, the use of P- or F-NMR, as opposed to H- and C-NMR. Leading on from EXAFS, a new characterization technique, single crystal X-ray diffraction, is introduced. Throughout students are able to analyze real experimental data to solve problems. Therefore, this module builds upon level 5 content and provides knowledge and experience that may be useful at level 7, for project work where these techniques and their theory can be applied to novel research questions.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
Enhancing personal, professional and research skills with an aim to enhance professional employability. This module will enable students to evidence and evaluate their placement experiences and transfer that learning to other situations through written and presentation skills.
View full module detailsYear 4 - MChem
Semester 1
Compulsory
Organic chemistry research is dominated by synthesis and this is very much the underlying concept of this module, although the indispensable mechanistic aspects that underpin synthesis are prominent. There is much emphasis on strategy and critical analysis of work that is at the forefront of the topic and the application of the knowledge to real-world examples.
View full module detailsOptional
The module is designed to build upon knowledge from Inorganic modules at level 4, 5 and 6. This is achieved by introducing areas of inorganic chemistry that have not been addressed previously and by expanding towards the applications of topics that were previously introduced. The aim is to develop an advanced understanding of Organometallic chemistry and its applications in homogeneous catalysis, involving both d-block transition metals and main group elements.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
The module brings students to a position of knowledge, understanding and skills which would facilitate a new role in drug discovery research. It covers the most important aspects of modern medicinal chemistry in detail and also teaches developments in radioisotope medicinal chemistry, antibiotics and nanotherapeutics.
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This module builds on levels 4 and 5 physical chemistry (but also on spectroscopy, inorganic modules and maths) to inform, analyse and stimulate enquiry into Physical Chemistry research in problems of relevance to industry and the environment. It features green chemistry, catalysis, surface science, nanomaterials and photochemistry.
View full module detailsThe purpose of this module is to give students an advanced understanding of Analytical chemistry. The student will enhance the knowledge and application of specialist topics in analytical chemistry including awareness of the operation of advanced modern instruments with particular attention to the principles, practical aspects and problem solving/application aspects of advanced atomic spectroscopy, chromatography, electrochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Case scenario examples will be used to give students a broad understanding of how data are produced and interpreted. This module demonstrates the application of relevant techniques to a wide range of application such as Environmental chemistry, geoscience, ecotoxicology, medical sciences. This module support further learning across all chemistry programmes such as: CHE1034 (basic knowledge for Chemistry of the Environment) CHE1044, CHE2035, CHEM028 (From fundamental to advance analytical chemistry modules) CHE2033, CHE3055, CHEM034 (Forensic toxicology/investigation, analysis of trace evidence) CHEM037, CHE3062 (principles of pharmacokinetics, drug processes, schedules)
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
This module is the culmination of the learning journey for MChem students and is intended to allow final year MChem students to put all their knowledge learned so far to use in an extended practical project. Students work in the research groups of one of the academic staff and carry out independent research leading to the production of a dissertation defended by an oral examination. The work must be of MChem standard and requires critical appraisal of the work and literature. It is not enough to just do the project.
View full module detailsBSc (Hons) with foundation year and placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module provides opportunities for you to develop and demonstrate knowledge and comprehension, practical and core skills and reasoned judgements in familiar and unfamiliar chemistry and chemistry-related contexts. You will take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks and procedures, with classes in place to help support you. The module uses a combination of teaching strategies that encompass cross discipline learning, reflection on outcomes, self-guided research, and traditional lecture teaching. A synoptic assessment of the assimilation of knowledge is used, to examine your understanding across the main strands of study in the module. The chemistry and related subject strands will be connected by shared topics of importance. The content starts from a basic, general overview of the main strands before diverging into more specific, in-depth topics towards the end of the course
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and comprehension, practical and core skills and reasoned judgments in familiar and unfamiliar chemistry and chemistry-related contexts. It follows on from Foundation Year for Chemistry Part A, further reinforcing the skills learnt in the pre-requisite, whilst going further into the chemistry content. Here the basic content from semester 1 is further built upon, introducing more in-depth topics of inorganic, organic, physical, and analytical chemistry. You will take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks and procedures, based on the skills learnt in the prerequisite module. This module will use a combination of teaching strategies that encompass cross discipline learning, reflection on outcomes, self-guided research, and traditional lecture teaching. There will be synoptic assessment of the assimilation of knowledge and understanding across the main strands of study in the module. The chemistry and related subject strands will be connected by shared topics of importance.
View full module detailsTeaching and learning
The transferable and mathematical skills modules will develop your oral and graphic presentation, teamwork and leadership skills.
Each week, you’ll spend around 25 hours in lectures, practical classes and tutorials. This will provide you with the opportunity to explore topics in small group tutorials and use computer-assisted learning packages to enrich your understanding.
- Independent study
- Laboratory work
- Lectures
- Practical sessions
- Seminars
- Tutorials
Assessment
We use a variety of methods to assess you, including:
- Coursework
- Essays
- Examinations
- Presentations.
General course information
Contact hours
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Timetable
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week. In later semesters, two weeks before the start of semester.
Scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday), with part-time classes normally scheduled on one or two days. Wednesday afternoons tend to be for sports and cultural activities.
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF) for more information.
Location
Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught.
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
Over the last decade, our employment figures have been among the best in the UK, with 94 per cent of our chemistry students going on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA) and securing impressive salaries.
Many of you will enter the chemical industry, maybe in positions that follow from successful placements. Or perhaps you’ll continue studying for an MSc or PhD, or pursue other academic or professional qualifications. Our graduates are successful not only in the industrial sector, but also in finance, government and education.
Recent graduate roles
Recent graduates are now working in roles such as:
- Analytical Chemist, Dextra Laboratories
- Chemistry Teacher, Tormead School
- Polymer Technologist, Plascoat Systems
- Research Technician, Battelle
- Research Technician, Biointeractions
- Scientist, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.
You’ll carry out practical work with modern equipment in our recently refurbished laboratories. Our commitment to the development of your practical skills means you’ll spend a great deal of time using these facilities.
For your final-year research project, you’ll work within our research laboratories alongside active researchers such as PhD students.
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Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.
Select your country
If you are studying for Australian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Australia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) equivalent | Overall Position (OP) score |
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AAA | 96 | 3 |
AAB | 94 | 4 |
ABB | 92 | 5 |
BBB | 90 | 6 |
BBC | 88 | 7 |
BCC | 86 | 8 |
CCC | 84 | 9 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific-subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Northern Territory | South Australia | Western Australia | Other states/territories |
---|---|---|---|---|
Grade A | A (17-19) | A | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Grade B | B (14-16) | B | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Year 10 Certificate, English C.
- Mathematics: Year 10 Certificate, Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Austrian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Austria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
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A*AA | 1 in two subjects and 2 in all other subjects |
AAA | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
AAB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
ABB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.2 overall |
BCC | 2.4 overall |
CCC | 2.6 overall |
CCD | 2.8 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Matura (Reifeprüfung), English 2 (gut).
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 4 (genugend) |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 3 (befriedigend) |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 2 (gut) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Azerbaijan.
If you are studying for a Bangladeshi Higher Secondary Certificate qualification, you must obtain a GPA of 5 out of 5 or 80% to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Higher Secondary Certificate equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Higher Secondary Certificate/Intermediate Certificate, Mathematics 60-69.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Belgian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Belgium.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS)/ Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs / Diploma van de hogere Secudaire Technische School / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundar unterrichts equivalent |
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A*AA | 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% |
AAA | 15.5/20 or 7.8/10 or 78% |
AAB | 15/20 or 7.5/10 or 75% |
ABB | 14.5/20 or 7.3/10 or 73% |
BBB | 14/20, 7/10 or 70% |
BBC | 14/20 or 6.5/10 or 68% |
BCC | 13.5/20 or 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCC | 13/20, 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCD | 12/20, 6/10 or 60% |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) equivalent |
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Grade A | 16/20 |
Grade B | 14/20 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs equivalent |
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Grade A | 8/10 |
Grade B | 7/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 10/20 or 5/10 or 50% |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 14/20 or 7/10 or 70% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 11/20 or 6/10 or 55% |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Botswana.
The Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio/Certificado de Conclusão de Segundo Grau is considered for entry onto our Foundation Years at Surrey. On the course page on our website, please check to see if there is an option for a Foundation Year before making a UCAS application.
- Cambridge O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge A-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
If you are studying for Bulgarian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Bulgaria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
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A*AA | 5.8 |
AAA | 5.7 |
AAB | 5.6 |
ABB | 5.5 |
BBB | 5.3 |
BBC | 5.1 |
BCC | 4.9 |
CCC | 4.7 |
CCD | 4.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5.7 |
Grade B | 5.3 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Pass/3 |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Canadian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Canada. Please contact the admissions team if you are studying in Quebec, or an institution delivering the Quebec curriculum.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces and territories (excluding Quebec) |
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Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma equivalent | |||
A*AA | 80% in six courses | Two As and three Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAA | 80% in six courses | 80% / One A and four Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAB | 75% in six courses | 75% / Five Bs | 75% in five courses |
ABB | 70% in six courses | 70% / Four Bs and one C | 70% in five courses |
BBB | 65% in six courses | 65% / Three Bs and two Cs | 65% in five courses |
BBC | 60% in six courses | 60% / One B and four Cs | 60% in five courses |
BCC | 55% in six courses | 55% / Five Cs | 55% in five courses |
CCC | 50% in six courses | 50% / Four Cs and one D | 50% in five courses |
When a specific subject is required, that subject should be taken in grade 12 of the High School Diploma.
Single Subject Grade | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces (excluding Quebec) |
---|---|---|---|
A | 80% | A | 80% |
B | 75% | B | 75% |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Applicants who have completed Grade 12 Canadian High School/Secondary School qualifications should achieve grade B or 75% in a grade 12 English module. Applicants who were not required to take grade 12 English, or did not reach the required grade, will be required to take a recognised English language test.
Mathematics: Grade 11 Secondary School Diploma, Mathematics Pass.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) for direct entry to Year 1 UG programmes. Please see the table below for our grade equivalencies:
UK requirement (A-level) | Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) |
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AAA | 80% |
AAB | 78% |
ABB | 73% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | 68% |
BCC | 65% |
CCC | 63% |
Where there is a subject-specific requirement, students should achieve the same % in that subject (e.g. if Maths is a requirement of a BBB subject, the student should achieve 74% in Maths). Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and IELTS required.
For further information on these entry requirements, please explore our dedicated China site (中文网站).
If you are studying for Croatian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Croatia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi equivalent |
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A*AA | 5 |
AAA | 4.8 |
AAB | 4.5 |
ABB | 4.3 |
BBB | 4 |
BBC | 3.8 |
BCC | 3.6 |
CCC | 3.4 |
CCD | 3.2 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Dravnoj Maturi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 |
Grade B | 4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2.5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Cypriot qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Cyprus.
Please note: If you are studying in Northern Cyprus and are looking for our Lise Diplomasi equivalents please visit our Turkey page.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent | Apolytirion equivalent (private school, out of 100) |
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A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level | |
AAA | 19.5 | 93 |
AAB | 19 | 91 |
ABB | 18.5 | 88 |
BBB | 18 | 86 |
BBC | 17.5 | 83 |
BCC | 17 | 81 |
CCC | 16.5 | 78 |
CCD | 16 | 76 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Czech qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Czech Republic.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least two scores of 1 |
AAA | 1.3 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least one score of 1 |
AAB | 1.5 overall with no less than 2 in any subject |
ABB | 1.7 overall with no less than 2.5 in any subject |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.5 overall |
BCC | 2.7 overall |
CCC | 3 overall |
CCD | 3.5 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 4 (*Dostatecny*). |
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Grade B | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Grade A | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Danish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Denmark.
UK requirement (A-level) | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
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A*AA | 12 |
AAA | 12 |
AAB | 10 |
ABB | 10 |
BBB | 7 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 7 |
CCC | 4 |
CCD | 4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 10 |
Grade B | 7 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 7. If you have taken the Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove then we will require IELTs.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 02 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 7 |
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Grade B | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 10 |
Grade A | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 12 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Egypt.
If you are studying for Estonian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Estonia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent with the Riigieksamitunnistus |
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A*AA | 95% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAA | 90% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAB | 85% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
ABB | 80% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
BBB | 75% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BBC | 70% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BCC | 65% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
CCC | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
CCD | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent |
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Grade A | 90% (state exam) or 5.0 (school exam) |
Grade B | 85% (state exam) or 4.5 (school exam) |
*If maths is required A-Level subject then the student must have studied "Extensive mathematics" (not Narrow Mathematics)*
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English
- IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 3 |
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Grade B | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Grade A | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Finnish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Finland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
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A*AA | L E E M |
AAA | E E M M |
AAB | E M M M |
ABB | E M M M |
BBB | M M M M |
BBC | M M M C |
BCC | M M M C |
CCC | C C C C |
CCD | C C C B |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | E |
Grade B | M |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
Ylioppilastukintotodistus / Studentexamensbetyg - M / 5
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, A / 2 |
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Grade B | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, B / 3 |
Grade A | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, C / 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for French qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for France.
UK requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13.5 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12.5 |
BBC | 12 |
BCC | 11.5 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
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AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12 |
BBC | 11.5 |
BCC | 11 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 14 |
Grade B | 13 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | Same as overall requirement |
Grade B | Same as overall requirement |
Where Mathematics is a required A-level subject, we expect you to study Spécialité Maths (Advanced Maths) in Terminale; however, where Mathematics is required as a second Science subject, we will accept Maths Complémentaires (General Maths) in Terminale. For Engineering courses that ask for Physics as a required subject, we will accept Engineering Sciences.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English:
- Baccalauréat, English, 12.
- OIB, English, 10.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 10 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
Alternatively, where Mathematics is not studied as part of the Baccalauréat, we will accept Mathematics studies until the end of Seconde, where evidence can be provided of 10/20 in school assessments.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for German qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Germany.
UK requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
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AAA | 1.6 |
AAB | 1.8 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.2 |
BBC | 2.4 |
BCC | 2.6 |
CCC | 2.8 |
CCD | 3.0 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
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Grade A | 13/15 |
Grade B | 12/15 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Abitur - 10 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 1 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Ghanaian Senior Secondary School Certificate.
If you are studying for Greek qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Greece.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
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A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level |
AAA | 19.5 |
AAB | 19 |
ABB | 18.5 |
BBB | 18 |
BBC | 17.5 |
BCC | 17 |
CCC | 16.5 |
CCD | 16 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
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Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We welcome applicants with Pan-Hellenic qualifications, although these will not form part of any offer made.
If you are studying for a qualification in Hong Kong, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hong Kong.
UK requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 1st year entry | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 2nd year entry |
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AAA | 554 to include two electives | 3.1 overall | 3.3 overall |
AAB | 544 to include two electives | 3.0 overall | 3.2 overall |
ABB | 444 to include two electives | 2.9 overall | 3.1 overall |
BBB | 443 to include two electives | 2.8 overall | 3.0 overall |
BBC | 433 to include two electives | 2.7 overall | 3.0 overall |
BCC | 333 to include two electives | 2.6 overall | 3.0 overall |
CCC | 332 to include two electives | 2.5 overall | 3.0 overall |
Associate degrees
If you have an associate degree, you can apply for first or second year entry.
For 1st year entrants:
- You must meet the subject requirements, either through the secondary or post-secondary studies
For 2nd year entrants:
- You must have covered the modules and content included in the first year of the Surrey degree course (as assessed by the appropriate admissions tutor). Your secondary qualifications (e.g. HKDSE) will also be taken into account during your application.
We do not include Liberal Studies in our offers.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you can apply to study for an International Foundation Year at our International Study Centre, which will prepare you for a full undergraduate degree course.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent |
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Grade A | 5 (elective) |
Grade B | 4 (elective) |
When A-level Maths is a required subject, the extended part of HKDSE Maths is required.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), English 4.
Mathematics: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), Mathematics 3.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Hungarian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hungary.
UK requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
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AAA | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 5 in three intermediate level subjects |
AAB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
ABB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
BCC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCC | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCD | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 3 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
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Grade A | 5 at Advanced level at 75% or above |
Grade B | 5 Advanced level at 70% or above |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, pass (2). |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Indian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for India.
UK requirement (A-level) to Standard XII equivalent:
A-levels | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
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A*AA | 90% | 80% | 92% |
AAA | 85% | 75% | 90% |
AAB | 80% | 70% | 85% |
ABB | 75% | 65% | 80% |
BBB | 70% | 60% | 75% |
BBC | 65% | 55% | 70% |
BCC | 60% | 50% | 65% |
CCC | 55% | 45% | 60% |
Subject requirements
UK subject requirement (A-level) | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
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Standard XII equivalent | |||
Grade A | 80% | 75% | 85% |
Grade B | 70% | 65% | 75% |
Grade C | 60% | 55% | 65% |
Grade D | 50% | 45% | 55% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII , English 70% from CBSE or ISC exam boards
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII, English 80% from the majority of Indian state boards (excluding Haryana, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana/U.P./Bihar/Gujrat/Punjab).
Mathematics:
40% in either of the following All India Standard X qualifications:
- All India Secondary School Examination (Exam board = Central Board of Secondary Education)
- Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Exam board = Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi)
Alternatively, 50% in Standard X from a state board.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Indonesia.
If you are studying for an Iranian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Iran.
UK requirement (A-level) | Peeshdaneshgahe (Pre-University Certificate) (up until 2019), National University Entrance Examination (Kunkur) |
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AAA - AAB | 16/20 overall |
ABB - BBB | 14/20 overall |
BBC | 13/20 overall |
BCC | 12/20 overall |
CCC | 11/20 overall |
Award of the High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream, post-2019) studied between 4-5 years, with an overall grade of 14*. The Technical and Vocational stream and Work and Knowledge stream will not be acceptable for direct entry.
*dependent on subject requirements
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Iraq.
If you are studying for an Irish qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Ireland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
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AAA | H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 |
AAB | H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 |
ABB | H2, H2, H2, H3, H3, H3 |
BBB | H2, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 |
BBC | H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 |
BCC | H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 |
CCC | H3, H4, H4, H4, H4, H4 |
CCD | H4, H4, H4, H4, H5, H5 H4, H4, H4, H4, O1, O1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
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Grade A | H2 |
Grade B | H3 |
We will look at the QQI Level 5 Certificate on a case by case basis depending on module relevance to chosen degree programme. Please contact Admissions for more information.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English and mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O4 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Italian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Italy.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma conseguito con l’Esame di Stato equivalent |
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A*AA | 96 |
AAA | 95 |
AAB | 90 |
ABB | 85 |
BBB | 80 |
BBC | 75 |
BCC | 70 |
CCC | 65 |
CCD | 60 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Individual subject mark |
---|---|
Grade A | 9/10 |
Grade B | 8/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (7) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Certificate.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Jordan.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kazakhstan.
Accepted qualifications
- Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)
- East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE)
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kuwait.
If you are studying for a Latvian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Latvia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
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AAA | 9.5 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
AAB | 9.0 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
ABB | 8.5 with at least 80% in three state exams |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in one state exam and 75% in 2 state exams |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams |
BCC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in two state exams and 70% in one state exam |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in one state exams and 70% in two state exams |
CCD | 6.5 - with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
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Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 90% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (4) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (5) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (6) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the General Secondary Education Certificate.
If you are studying for a Lithuanian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Lithuania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
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A*AA | 9.5 – with at least 95% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAA | 9.0 – with at least 90% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAB | 9.0 – with at least 87% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
ABB | 8.5 – with at least 85% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 70% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCD | 6.5 with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
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Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 6 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for qualifications from Luxembourg, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Luxembourg.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
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A*AA | 51 |
AAA | 48 |
AAB | 46 |
ABB | 44 |
BBB | 42 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 48 |
Grade B | 39 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: *Certificat de Fin d'études Moyennes*, Maths 40-47.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Malaysian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malaysia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
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A*AA | A, A-, A- |
AAA | A-, A-, A- |
AAB | A-, A-, B+ |
ABB | A-, B+, B+ |
BBB | B+, B+, B+ |
BBC | B-, B-, C+ |
BCC | B-, B-, C+ |
CCC | B-, C+, C+ |
UK requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent | Diploma equivalent (considered on a case-by-case basis) |
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AAA | CGPA 3.4 | CGPA 3.20 |
AAB | CGPA 3.3 | CGPA 3.10 |
ABB | CGPA 3.2 | CGPA 3.00 |
BBB | CGPA 3.1 | CGPA 2.90 |
BBC | CGPA 3.0 | CGPA 2.90 |
BCC | CGPA 2.9 | CGPA 2.80 |
CCC | CGPA 2.8 | CGPA 2.70 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate |
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AAB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
ABB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBB | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBC | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
CCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
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Grade A | A- |
Grade B | B+ |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent |
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Grade A | 3.67 |
Grade B | 3.33 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
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Grade A | A2 |
Grade B | B4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) English with CEFR grade B2 in all components OR Pre-2021, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), 1119 Advanced English C.
Mathematics: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Maltese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malta.
UK requirement (A-level) | MEC Advanced | MEC Intermediate |
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AAA | AA | AAA |
AAB | AB | AAB |
ABB | AB | ABB |
BBB | BBB | BB |
BBC | BC | BBC |
BCC | BC | BCC |
CCC | CC | CCC |
CCD | CD | CCD |
Please note: you will need the Advanced and Intermediate, so for BBB in the UK A-levels we would ask for BB MEC Advanced and BBB MEC Intermediate.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Matriculation Certificate equivalent |
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Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Secondary Education Certificate, English, 3
Mathematics:
Grade C/4 | Secondary Education Certificate, 5. |
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Grade B/5 | Secondary Education Certificate, 4. |
Grade A/7 | Secondary Education Certificate, 2 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the following qualifications:
GCE O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs.Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate/GCE Advanced Level
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept the Diplomă de Bacalaureat from Moldova for year 1 entry. However, a foundation course or evidence of further study will be considered.
If you are studying for qualifications in the Netherlands, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for the Netherlands.
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
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AAA | 8 |
AAB | 7.8 |
ABB | 7.4 |
BBB | 7.2 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 6.8 |
CCC | 6.6 |
CCD | 6.4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
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Grade A | 8.0 |
Grade B | 7.5 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 8
Mathematics:
Grade C | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
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Grade B | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
Grade A | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6.5 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for New Zealand qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for New Zealand.
UK requirement (A-level) | Grade equivalence |
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AAA | NCEA Level 3 with Excellence endorsement |
AAB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 30 level 3 credits at Excellence |
ABB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 27 level 3 credits at Excellence |
BBB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 24 Level 3 credits at Excellence |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Level 3 equivalent |
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Grade A | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 15 credits. |
Grade B | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 12 credits. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), English, Achieved.
Mathematics: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Mathematics, Achieved.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) from Nigeria.
If you are studying for Norwegian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Norway.
UK requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
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A*AA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 5.0 overall |
AAA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
AAB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
ABB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.5 overall |
BCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.0 overall |
CCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.5 overall |
CCD | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
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Grade A | 4.5 |
Grade B | 4.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole, English 4.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) /Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2 (Pass) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Oman.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in the Middle East.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
If you are a student from Brazil then take a look at the country-specific entry requirements.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South Asia.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South East Asia.
We do not accept the Intermediate/Higher Secondary Certificate from Pakistan.
If you are studying for Polish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Poland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości equivalent |
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A*AA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 90 per cent. |
AAA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 85 per cent. |
AAB | 85 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 80 per cent. |
ABB | 80 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 75 per cent. |
BBB | 75 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 70 per cent. |
BBC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 65 per cent. |
BCC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCC | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCD | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 55 per cent. |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości/Matura equivalent |
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Grade A | 80 per cent at extended level. |
Grade B | 70 per cent at extended level. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 30% |
Grade B | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości /*Matura*, 30% |
Grade A | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 40% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Portuguese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Portugal.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
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AAA | 17< |
AAB | 16.5 |
ABB | 16 |
BBB | 15.5 |
BBC | 15 |
BCC | 14.5 |
CCC | 14 |
CCD | 13.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
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Grade A | 17 |
Grade B | 16 |
Where maths is a required subject at A-level, applicants will be required to achieve Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios maths at 17 for A-level Grade A, 16 for Grade B and 15 for Grade C.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 10 |
Grade B | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 11 |
Grade A | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 12 |
If maths does not appear in the final Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios (or other named qualifications above) or if the above grades were not met, we can accept maths in the Y9 high school transcript at the following grades:
GCSE C | 3/5 |
GCSE B | 4/5 |
GCSE A | 5/5 |
We do not accept Qatar school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for Romanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Romania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 9.3 overall |
AAA | 9.0 overall |
AAB | 8.5 overall |
ABB | 8.0 overall |
BBB | 8.0 overall |
BBC | 7.5 overall |
BCC | 6.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C |
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Grade B |
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Grade A |
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Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education.
We do not accept the Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate).
If you are studying for Singaporean qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Singapore.
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
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AAA | AAB |
AAB | ABB |
ABB | BBB |
BBB | BBC |
BBC | BCC |
BCC | CCC |
CCC | CCD |
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma equivalent |
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A*AA | GPA of 3.2 |
AAA | GPA of 3.1 |
AAB | GPA of 3.0 |
ABB | GPA of 2.9 |
BBB | GPA of 2.8 |
BBC | GPA of 2.7 |
BCC | GPA of 2.6 |
CCC | GPA of 2.5 |
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
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Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and Mathematics.
English: Singapore/Cambridge O-level English at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the English requirement.
Mathematics: Singapore/Cambridge O-level mathematics at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the mathematics requirement.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovakian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovakia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
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A*AA | 1.0 |
AAA | 1.5 |
AAB | 1.5 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.0 |
BBC | 2.2 |
BCC | 2.4 |
CCC | 2.6 |
CCD | 2.8 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1.5 |
Grade B | 2.0 |
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 4 (Dostatocny) |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
Alternatively, where mathematics is not studied as part of the Maturitná skúška, we will accept mathematics in the Y11 or Y12 high school transcript at the same grades outlined above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovenian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovenia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura Spricevalo equivalent |
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AAA | 25 points overall |
AAB | 24 points overall |
ABB | 23 points overall |
BBB | 22 points overall |
BBC | 21 points overall |
BCC | 20 points overall |
CCC | 19 points overall |
CCD | 18 points overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level.
Subjects that ask specifically for mathematics or require English A-Level (English Literature BA or English Literature with Creative Writing BA):
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 7 at higher level |
Grade B | 6 at higher level |
For all other required subjects and where mathematics is a second science:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 at standard level |
Grade B | 4 at standard level |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade B | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade A | Matura Spricevalo 3.0 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for South African qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for South Africa.
UK requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) |
---|---|
AAA | 77666 |
AAB | 76666 |
ABB | 76666 |
BBB | 66666 |
BBC | 66655 |
BCC | 66555 |
CCC | 55555 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 7 |
Grade B | 6 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), English 5.
Mathematics: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), Mathematical Literacy 5 or Maths 4.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the High School Diploma.
If you are studying for Spanish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Spain.
UK requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
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A*AA | 9.0 overall |
AAA | 8.5 overall |
AAB | 8.0 overall |
ABB | 7.8 overall |
BBB | 7.5 overall |
BBC | 7.3 overall |
BCC | 7.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 5 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 6 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 7/ Titulo de Bachillerato 6 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Sri Lankan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sri Lanka:
UK requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | AAA |
AAA | AAA |
AAB | AAB |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
BCC | BCC |
CCC | CCC |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Cambridge O-level, English at grade C
Mathematics: Cambridge/Sri Lankan O-level, mathematics at grade C
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Swedish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sweden.
UK requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola/Högskoleförberedande examen equivalent |
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AAA | A grades in the majority of subjects (18.5 points) |
AAB | A and B grades in the majority of subjects (18 points) |
ABB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17.5 points) |
BBB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17 points) |
BBC | B grades in the majority of subjects (16.5 points) |
BCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (15.5 points) |
CCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (14.5 points) |
CCD | C grades in the majority of subjects (13.5 points) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola examen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Grade C | C |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE English:
Courses requiring GCSE English Language C (4) or B (5) - English 6 grade C or English 5 grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE English Language Grade A / 7 – English 6 at Grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
GCSE Mathematics
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade C (4) or B (5) – Maths at Grade E in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade A / 7 – Maths at Grade D in one of the following qualifications
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
If you are studying for Swiss qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Switzerland.
UK requirement (A-level) | French speaking - Certificat de Maturite / Certificat de Maturie Catonal reconnu par la Confederatio German speaking - Katonales Maturitatszeugnis / Maturitat Italian speaking - Attestato di Maturita / Attestato di Maturita Cantonale Riconosciuto dalla Confederzione |
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AAA | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
AAB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
ABB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.8 overall |
BBB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.5 overall |
BBC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.4 overall |
BCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.3 overall |
CCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.2 overall |
CCD | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.1 overall |
Subject equivalent
- Grade A: Matura 5.0
- Grade B: Matura 4.5
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English and Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.0 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.1 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.2 |
For the minimum standard for GCSE Mathematics only we can also accept:
- GCSE C Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.0
- GCSE B Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.1
- GCSE A Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.2
If you studied the Certificat de Culture Generale then we may need an IELTS or equivalent to meet our minimum standards for English Language.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Tanzanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Tanzania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
CCC | CCC |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
- English Language: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
- Mathematics: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Turkish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Turkiye.
UK requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 85% |
AAA | 80% |
AAB | 75% |
ABB | 70% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | Lise Diplomasi with 65% in the final year |
BCC | Lise Diplomasi with 60% in the final year |
CCC | Lise Diplomasi with 55% in the final year |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 70% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Lise Bitirme Diplomasi Mathematics, 3, or 55% in Grade 10 or above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Ugandan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Uganda.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (UACE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
CCC | CCC |
CCD | CCD |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Mathematics: East African Certificate of Education (EACE), Mathematics 6, or, Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept Ukrainian school leaving qualifications.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for American qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. We are able to consider a combination of any three test scores at the appropriate level (e.g. 2 APs and 1 SAT Subject Test). Honours and College level class content can also be reviewed on case-by-case basis by our Admissions Team.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for the United States of America.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 555 |
AAA | 555 |
AAB | 554 |
ABB | 544 |
BBB | 444 |
BBC | 443 |
BCC | 433 |
CCC | 333 |
UK requirement (A-level) | SAT equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAB | 1320 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
ABB | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBB | 1290 in the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing, and Mathematics Tests (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 600 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 550 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
CCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 500 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
*Please see the latest update from the College Board regarding SAT Subject Tests.
UK requirement (A-level) | American College Testing (ACT) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAB | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
ABB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BCC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
CCC | 27 (from a single exam sitting) |
UK requirement (A-level) | Associate degree equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 3.3 |
AAA | 3.3 |
AAB | 3.3 |
ABB | 3.2 |
BBB | 3.2 |
BBC | 3.2 |
BCC | 3.2 |
CCC | 3.1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent | SAT Subject Test |
---|---|---|
Grade A | 5 | 700 |
Grade B | 4 | 650 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Grade 12 High School Diploma, English C.
Mathematics: Grade 12 High School Diploma, Mathematics C.
Alternatively, an overall SAT score of 1290/1600 (critical reading, writing and mathematics) with a minimum of 600 in each component.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
Please refer to the entry requirements for the country where your High School qualifications originate from, or the relevant UK qualifications on the course page. For information on entry requirements based on an International Foundation Year, please contact the admissions team with details about where you are taking your International Foundation Year, and the content you are studying.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Algeria.
We do not accept the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary level.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Morocco.
- BSc (Hons):
- BBB
- Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject.
- MChem:
- AAB-ABB
- Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- CCC
- Required subjects: Chemistry.
Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at grade C (4) and Mathematics at grade C (4) (or equivalent).
- BSc (Hons):
- DDM
- MChem:
- DDD
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- MMM.
BTEC must be in a relevant subject.
GCSE or equivalent: English at grade C (4) and Mathematics at grade C (4) (or equivalent).
- BSc (Hons):
- 32
- Required subjects: Chemistry HL5/SL6 and a second science subject.
- MChem:
- 34 - 33
- Required subjects: Chemistry HL5/SL6 and a second science subject.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- 29
- Required subjects: Chemistry HL4/SL6
GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6 and Mathematics (either course) HL4/SL4.
- BSc (Hons):
- 75%
- Required subjects: Chemistry 7.5 and a second science subject 7.5.
- MChem:
- 82%-78%
- Required subjects: Chemistry 7.5 and a second science subject 7.5.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- For foundation year equivalencies please contact the Admissions team.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language (1/2) 6 or English Language 3-7 and Mathematics 6.
- BSc (Hons):
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 27 at Distinction and 18 credits at Merit.
- MChem:
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 39 at Distinction and 6 at Merit or 30 at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 21 level 3 credits at Distinction, 3 level 3 credits at Merit and 21 level 3 credits at Pass.
Modules must be in relevant subjects.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at grade C (4) and Mathematics at grade C (4) (or equivalent).
- BSc (Hons):
- ABBBB
- Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject.
- MChem:
- AAABB-AABBB
- Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- BBBCC
- Required subjects: chemistry.
GCSE or equivalent: Scottish National 5 for English Language grade C and Mathematics grade C.
- BSc (Hons):
- Pass overall with BBB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject.
- MChem:
- Pass overall with AAB-ABB from a combination of Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- Pass overall with CCC from a combination of Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- Required subjects: Chemistry.
Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.
A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at grade C (4) and Mathematics at grade C (4) (or equivalent).
- BSc (Hons):
- Distinction
- Required subjects: Science.
- MSci (Hons):
- Not applicable.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- Pass
- Required subjects: Science.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 (C).
This route is only applicable to the MChem course.
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.
Applicants can only receive one grade reduction from the published grades, an EPQ grade reduction can’t be applied in addition to other grade reductions made through other schemes such as Contextual Admissions or In2Surrey.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element.
View the other English language qualifications that we accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
International Foundation Year
If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements for this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year at the Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to this degree course.
Selection process
We normally make offers in terms of grades.
If you are a suitable candidate you will be invited to an offer holder event. During your visit to the University you can find out more about the course and meet staff and students.
Recognition of prior learning
We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.
If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.
There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims. Please see the code of practice for recognition of prior learning and prior credit: taught programmes (PDF) for further information.
Contextual offers
Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?
Fees
Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.
Payment schedule
- Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
- Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis, cannot pay fees by instalment.
- Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.
Professional training placement fees
If you are studying on a programme which contains a Professional Training placement year there will be a reduced fee for the academic year in which you undertake your placement. This is normally confirmed 12 to 18 months in advance, or once Government policy is determined.
Additional costs
Safety equipment and/or uniform: £20 – the equipment pack includes a laboratory coat, laboratory glasses, laboratory book, pen and padlock. You are responsible for the costs associated with maintaining/washing/replacing any equipment.
These additional costs are accurate as of September 2023 and apply to the 2024 year of entry. Costs for 2025 entry will be published in September 2024.
Our award-winning Professional Training placement scheme gives you the chance to spend a year in industry, either in the UK or abroad.
We have thousands of placement providers to choose from, most of which offer pay. So, become one of our many students who have had their lives and career choices transformed.
Medicinal chemistry placements
Students on our BSc can complete one of our award-winning Professional Training placements. There’s a compulsory Industrial Research Year for students on the MChem.
Placements help you gain management and leadership skills, allowing you to become confident in problem-solving and communication. This gives you a real advantage in pursuing whatever career you choose. Many companies hosting placements offer our students employment upon graduation.
Companies that participate in our scheme include:
- AkzoNobel
- AstraZeneca
- GlaxoSmithKline
- MC2 Therapeutics
- Peptide Protein Research.
Overseas partner organisations
You can also choose to take your Professional Training placement or Industrial Research Year placement with an organisation overseas. Students have worked at:
- Aalto in Finland
- Grace in Germany
- Hills Laboratories in New Zealand
- Institut Ruder Boskovic in Croatia
- La Sapienza in Rome
- LB Foster Rail Technologies in Canada
- Netherlands Forensic Institute.
Applying for placements
Students are generally not placed by the University. But we offer support and guidance throughout the process, with access to a vacancy site of placement opportunities.
Find out more about the application process.
Discover, develop and dive in
Find out how students at Surrey developed their skills in industry by undertaking a placement year.
Discover, develop and dive in
Find out how students at Surrey developed their skills in industry by undertaking a placement year.
Apply for your chosen course online through UCAS, with the following course and institution codes.
About the University of Surrey
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Contact our Admissions team or talk to a current University of Surrey student online.
- BSc (Hons)View UCJ10F0006U
- BSc (Hons) with foundation yearView UCJ10F1009U
- BSc (Hons) with placementView UCJ10S0006U
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year and placementView UCJ10S0009U
- MChemView UCJ20F0002U
Terms and conditions
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We provide these terms and conditions in two stages:
- First when we make an offer.
- Second when students accept their offer and register to study with us (registration terms and conditions will vary depending on your course and academic year).
View our generic registration terms and conditions (PDF) for the 2023/24 academic year, as a guide on what to expect.
Disclaimer
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Whilst we have done everything possible to ensure this information is accurate, some changes may happen between publishing and the start of the course.
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