All About BSc Chemistry

Confused and wondering if BSc Chemistry could be a great career option? Are you a BSc Chemistry final year student?

Are you haunted by the thoughts of what courses after Chemistry you may opt for? Have you completed your degree and looking for some job opportunities after Chemistry? 

There is a plethora of courses available after BSc Chemistry and that can pay well in both government as well as the private sector.

But the most difficult question is which can be the best job-oriented option after graduation in Chemistry?

Before moving on further let’s first understand what and why about BSc Chemistry?

What and Why BSc Chemistry?

What is BSc Chemistry?

• This is an undergraduate degree course of 3 years which is divided into six semesters, in most colleges. Although, some state colleges still follow the age-old annual system! Beware!
• Master’s level studies focus on various branches of the subject like organic, biochemistry, inorganic, analytical, computational chemistry, etc.
• You need to have Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as your main subjects in class 12^th to apply for this course

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Why this course?

You will be better prepared to understand new environmental programs and can understand the processes adopted by the chemical industry & related sectors. After doing BSc, you may opt MSc or may opt for various jobs or internships to prepare for industry-level entries.

BSc Chemistry Syllabus

Note: The above is a generic Syllabus. Syllabus typically varies from university to university. You may check this here.

BSc Chemistry Subjects  

Courses After BSc Chemistry

You may opt for Masters or M.Sc. or M. Tech courses in various fields such as Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Data Analytics, Pharmacy, and many more. You may also move to other fields of technologies such as M. Tech in Chemical Engineering and others followed by Ph.D. courses in chemistry, biochemistry, or other related subjects.

Some of the courses after BSc Chemistry you may want to consider are:

• M.Sc in:
  • Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Applied Chemistry
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Physical & Materials Chemistry
• Ph.D. in:
  • Chemistry
  • Applied Chemistry
  • Biochemistry

Try the careers on this page. There are numerous other sub-disciplines to Chemistry. Don’t worry, check them out.

BSc Chemistry Jobs

These job roles are mostly after you complete your Masters or PhD, in India / abroad

• Biomedical Chemist – Expected Salary – Rs. 3-6 lpa
• Chemist – Expected Salary – Rs. 4-7lpa
• Lab Chemist – Expected Salary – Rs. 2-6lpa
• Chemical Associate – Expected Salary – Rs. 3-6lpa
• Research and Development manager – Expected Salary – Rs. 3-7lpa
• Teachers/ Researchers in Chemistry – Expected Salary – Rs. 5-7lpa
• Analytical Chemist – Expected Salary – Rs.3-5lpa
• Forensic Chemist – Expected Salary – Rs.5-8lpa
• Quality Controller – Expected Salary – Rs. 3-5lpa

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Final Words

Students often find themselves in a dilemma while selecting the right career option. Through this article, we have tried to give you an understanding of BSc Chemistry. But we still recommend you to seek an expert opinion for all decisions, as even a slightly different move may make or break your career in future. iDreamCareer has been rebuilding young lives and their young minds through unbiased career guidance programs. We are ready to help you too!

Also, read

• Syllabus and Scheme of Examination for Chemistry (Honors)
• Build an Impactful Career in Chemistry
• Science Courses after 12th PCB and PCM
• Top Courses after 12th Science PCM

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