B.Sc - Chemistry

Course Overview:
B.Sc. Chemistry is a 3-year undergraduate course focusing on the study of chemical principles, reactions, and processes. The curriculum covers organic, inorganic, physical chemistry, and analytical techniques. Graduates pursue careers in research, industry, or higher studies in chemical sciences.

Duration:
The course duration is 3 years, divided into 6 semesters.

Syllabus:
B.Sc. in Chemistry focuses on the study of chemical substances, their interactions, properties, and applications in various fields. The curriculum includes theoretical knowledge, laboratory work, and research skills.

Semester 1:

  • Inorganic Chemistry I

  • Organic Chemistry I

  • Physical Chemistry I

  • General Chemistry

  • Chemistry Practical I

Semester 2:

  • Inorganic Chemistry II

  • Organic Chemistry II

  • Physical Chemistry II

  • Analytical Chemistry

  • Chemistry Practical II

Semester 3:

  • Inorganic Chemistry III

  • Organic Chemistry III

  • Physical Chemistry III

  • Environmental Chemistry

  • Chemistry Practical III

Semester 4:

  • Inorganic Chemistry IV

  • Organic Chemistry IV

  • Physical Chemistry IV

  • Spectroscopy and Photochemistry

  • Chemistry Practical IV

Semester 5:

  • Organic Reaction Mechanisms

  • Quantum Chemistry

  • Coordination Chemistry

  • Industrial Chemistry

  • Chemistry Practical V

Semester 6:

  • Bioinorganic Chemistry

  • Advanced Organic Chemistry

  • Chemical Kinetics

  • Materials Chemistry and Nanotechnology

  • Chemistry Practical VI

Average Fees:
The average fee structure for B.Sc in Chemistry ranges between ₹20,000 to ₹1,00,000 per year depending on the institution.

Exams to Attend:
Admission to B.Sc in Chemistry can be based on merit or entrance exams conducted by some universities. Notable entrance exams include:

  • DUET (Delhi University Entrance Test)

  • BHU UET (Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Test)

  • IPU CET (Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test)

  • Christ University Entrance Test

  • CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

Top Ten Ranking Institutions in India (Combined):

  1. St. Stephen’s College, Delhi

  2. Loyola College, Chennai

  3. Madras Christian College, Chennai

  4. Presidency College, Kolkata

  5. Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

  6. Christ University, Bengaluru

  7. Hindu College, Delhi

  8. Fergusson College, Pune

  9. St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai

  10. Miranda House, Delhi

Top Ten Institutions in Kerala:

  1. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

  2. Mahatma Gandhi College, Thiruvananthapuram

  3. Sacred Heart College, Ernakulam

  4. University College, Thiruvananthapuram

  5. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

  6. Maharaja's College, Ernakulam

  7. Nirmalagiri College, Kannur

  8. CMS College, Kottayam

  9. St. Joseph’s College, Devagiri, Kozhikode

  10. Farook College, Kozhikode