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BSc Chemistry with a Foundation Year
Swansea University
Full-time4 YearsSubject: Physical Sciences
Course Score
C /69
Graduate Salary£27,000
Satisfaction94%
Degree Completion75%
Professional Jobs65%
Meaningful Work70%
Expected Starting Salary
bottom quartile nationallyTypical starting salary for Physical Sciences graduates
Start
Sep 2027
Graduate
2031
First job
~2032
£27,000
typical starting salary
£24,000
£30,000
Brightest = where most graduates land · fades where fewer earn that amount
· Physical Sciences graduates nationally earn £22,500–£52,000 (719 courses)HESA Graduate Outcomes survey · includes all graduates regardless of career path chosen
Where Graduates Work
Top job roles graduates enter after this course
01
Natural and social science professionals
★ Professional
40%
02
Elementary occupations
15%
03
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
★ Professional
15%
04
Process, plant and machine operatives
5%
05
Protective service occupations
★ Professional
5%
06
Quality and Regulatory Professionals
★ Professional
5%
07
Skilled trades occupations
5%
08
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
5%
Student Satisfaction
National Student Survey — 25 respondents (86% response rate)