Chemistry in UK higher education data pack
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Chemistry in UK higher education data pack

Key information and data on chemistry provision in higher education

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Type: Presentation

Date: 6 October 2026

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Summary of contents

The purpose of this document is to set out RSC messaging and key evidence on chemistry in UK higher education. This includes:

  1. RSC messaging and recommendations
  2. Chemistry provision in higher education across the UK
  3. Chemistry undergraduate student numbers
  4. Chemistry postgraduate student numbers
  5. Research grants and contract income for chemistry (HESA cost centre)
  6. Appendix: Definitions and codes

For further evidence on the current picture of chemistry in UK higher education, see our evidence briefing Tackling the challenges facing chemistry in UK higher education: A departmental snapshot.