University of Manchester

BSc Chemistry

Explore the creative potential of chemistry, the scientific study of atoms, which forms the building blocks of reality. This multi-disciplinary degree programme equips you with essential skills for a wide range of career options, from practical science to research and academia. The curriculum focuses on a common core structure for the first two years, offering flexibility in the final year. The University of Manchester is a leading institution, ranked highly for Chemistry, and is the top-ranked university by graduate employers in the UK.

BSc Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

This flexible degree programme offers a robust grounding in all fundamental aspects of chemistry, enhanced by specialised knowledge in medicinal chemistry. You will gain insights into drug development, the interactions of medicines within biological systems, and principles of drug discovery. The course is taught by experts from chemistry, pharmacy, and biology departments, as well as industry professionals, providing a comprehensive understanding of the field. A significant emphasis is placed on social responsibility, with opportunities to engage with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals through your studies and extracurricular activities. Over 80% of graduates find employment or pursue further study within six months of completing the course.

Chemistry with an Integrated Foundation Year

This one-year foundation programme is designed for students who want to pursue a degree in Chemistry but need to strengthen their scientific and mathematical skills. Upon successful completion and meeting specific progression criteria, you are guaranteed a place on the first year of an undergraduate Chemistry degree at the University of Manchester. The foundation year covers core subjects including Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, alongside essential Academic Skills and Information and Communications Technology (ICT). You will also undertake a group project related to your intended degree, supervised by university academics. The program is taught on campus by experienced university staff, offering high levels of academic and pastoral support. Students benefit from the same facilities as other undergraduates, ensuring a smooth transition into their chosen degree.

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry MChem

MBChB Medicine

The MBChB Medicine course at the University of Manchester provides comprehensive training to equip you with the knowledge, professional behaviours, and clinical skills necessary to become a doctor. You will be eligible to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council upon graduation. The program emphasizes social responsibility, encouraging students to contribute to a better world through their studies and extracurricular activities. You will engage with ethical grand challenges and opportunities to address real-world sustainability problems. The curriculum integrates science and clinical learning through a variety of methods including themed case discussions, lectures, practical classes, team-based learning, and extensive clinical placements in diverse healthcare settings. Students also have the opportunity to intercalate for a year to pursue a BSc, master's, or MB-PhD in a specialized subject of interest. The university is recognized for its strong reputation in teaching and research, particularly through its links with the Manchester Academic Health Science Centre.

MBChB Medicine (Graduate Entry)

This four-year MBChB Medicine (Graduate Entry) program is designed for individuals who have already completed an undergraduate degree in a life science or allied health profession and aspire to become doctors. The course accelerates medical training, allowing completion in four years instead of the typical five to six. You will begin in a dedicated Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM) cohort for your first year, then join students from the standard medicine pathways for the remainder of your studies, primarily through clinical placements. Learning integrates scientific knowledge with practical application in various healthcare settings, preparing you for provisional registration with the General Medical Council upon graduation. The curriculum emphasizes active learning through themed case discussions and extensive clinical experience in both hospital and community environments. You will develop essential clinical knowledge, communication, and decision-making skills, with opportunities for personalized learning through selected clinical placements and electives. The final year focuses on preparing you for immediate practice in Foundation Year 1 posts.

Wellcome Discovery Awards

Open to established researchers and research teams with a proven record of research delivery who are based at, or will be hosted by, an eligible not-for-profit organisation in the UK, the Republic of Ireland, or an eligible low- or middle-income country (excluding India and mainland China). Projects must propose bold, transformative research aligned with Wellcome's mission to improve health. The award does not cover the lead applicant's own salary, and a researcher may lead only one active Discovery Award submission.

Open Source AI Fellowship (UK)

Open to AI professionals and researchers who are legally eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship, have resided in the UK for at least 5 years (a security check is required), are employed by a UK-based organisation willing to support a 12-month secondment, and hold a PhD or equivalent professional experience in AI or a related discipline.

Skoll Scholarship for the Oxford MBA

Open to applicants of any nationality admitted to the full-time one-year Oxford MBA at Saïd Business School who can demonstrate a track record of entrepreneurial action creating positive social or environmental impact, and for whom the cost of the programme is a significant financial burden.

Rhodes Scholarship

For talented young people from around the world to undertake postgraduate study at the University of Oxford. Around 100 scholars are selected each year from more than 60 countries and constituencies; applications are made in your home country or constituency, each with its own age and eligibility rules.

Gates Cambridge Scholarships

Open to citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom applying for a full-time postgraduate degree (PhD, MSc/MLitt, or one-year master's) at the University of Cambridge. Selection weighs academic excellence, a strong fit with the chosen Cambridge course, a clear commitment to improving the lives of others, and leadership potential.

Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships at the University of Oxford

Open to West African nationals (for example from Nigeria and Ghana) seeking to study the Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford. Applicants are generally aged between 25 and 45, hold a strong undergraduate degree (typically second-class upper or above), demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to Africa's public sector, and intend to apply their learning in their home country's public service.