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Khalifa University/Programmes/Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

BScUndergraduateNatural Sciences

About This Programme

A 125-credit degree in organic, physical, inorganic and analytical chemistry and biochemistry, with track options in Environmental, Materials, Forensic or Medicinal Chemistry and a senior research project. Prepares graduates for R&D, environmental and forensic science, QA/QC and materials science.

Course Highlights

  • Four specialisation tracks: Environmental, Materials, Forensic and Medicinal chemistry
  • Heavy laboratory and instrumental-analysis training
  • Two-semester senior research project plus a research internship
  • Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)

What You'll Study

Four-year programme with extensive analytical, organic, inorganic and physical chemistry laboratories, a research internship, and a two-semester senior research project; offered with Environmental, Materials, Forensic and Medicinal tracks.

Year 1

  • Academic English I3 credits
  • Calculus I4 credits
  • General Chemistry I4 credits
  • Grand Challenges4 credits
  • Academic Development & Success1 credits
  • Academic English II3 credits
  • University Physics I4 credits
  • Calculus II4 credits
  • General Chemistry II4 credits
  • Free Elective3 credits

Year 2

  • Quantitative Methods in Physical Sciences3 credits
  • Chemical Safety and Research Skills3 credits
  • Inorganic Chemistry I4 credits
  • Introduction to Computing - Python4 credits
  • Data Science and Artificial Intelligence3 credits
  • Organic Chemistry I4 credits
  • Physical Chemistry I4 credits
  • Introduction to Analytical Chemistry4 credits

Year 3

  • Introduction to Computational Chemistry3 credits
  • Organic Chemistry II4 credits
  • Physical Chemistry II4 credits
  • Modern Techniques for Chemical Analysis4 credits
  • Biochemistry I4 credits
  • Advanced Instrumental Analysis Techniques in Chemistry4 credits
  • Inorganic Chemistry II4 credits
  • Free Elective3 credits
  • Career Preparation1 credits
  • Internship1 credits

Year 4

  • Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship3 credits
  • Emirates Society / Emirates Studies3 credits
  • Senior Research Project I3 credits
  • Science Elective3 credits
  • Business-Humanities Elective3 credits
  • Business Studies Elective3 credits
  • Senior Research Project II3 credits
  • Science Elective4 credits
  • Science Elective4 credits
  • Enhancing Employability and Job Readiness1 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A competitive secondary-school record — typically 80-90% in Mathematics and a science (programme-dependent) — with UAE Ministry of Education equivalency where required. All applicants sit the Khalifa University Admission Test (KUAT) and a recorded video interview.
English: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, or EmSAT English 1250 (conditional admission at IELTS 5.5).

SAT Math >=700 or strong AP scores strengthen an application; the foundation year has been discontinued (conditional admits take remedial courses).

Careers

Graduates work in laboratories and R&D across pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, materials, environmental testing and forensic science, or continue to graduate study.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall)

Typical Offer

~80-90% in Maths and Chemistry; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79; pass the Khalifa University Admission Test (KUAT) and a video interview

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Natural Sciences

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Bachelor of Science

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 78,125/yr

Apply online at ugapply.ku.ac.ae for the Fall intake (deadline 2 March 2026); the application fee is AED 200. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission - UAE nationals admitted directly study on a full tuition scholarship with accommodation, transport and textbooks, and international undergraduates compete for five merit tiers.

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