Chemistry and Mathematics

Chemistry is a central science at the core of everything we can see, smell, taste and touch around us while mathematics has always played an intrinsic role in helping comprehend chemistry and unlocking new perspectives in the chemical world. It’s for this reason that these two fundamental disciplines have become invaluable in tackling global challenges faced by society today such as climate change. This is also why a joint honours degree in both could equip you with skills highly sought after by a wide range of industries worldwide — and could open a lot of doors when it comes to your career.

This Chemistry and Mathematics BSc degree at Leeds will enable you to understand the fundamental concepts of each field alongside a variety of optional modules available, so you can tailor your degree to what really interests you the most. You'll be taught by expert academics, with the unique opportunity to get involved in real-world research happening in the Schools of Chemistry and Mathematics.

You'll have access to specialist facilities right here on campus, alongside exciting opportunities like studying abroad and industrial work placements to ensure you have the best grounding to head out into your professional career.

Why study at Leeds:

We have close links with leading research organisations such as the Priestley International Centre for Climate, The Astbury Centre for Structural Molecular Biology, Leeds Institute for Data Analytics, Leeds Institute for Fluid Dynamics and the Alan Turing Institute whose globally-renowned research feeds directly into your course, shaping what you learn with the latest thinking.

Experience expert teaching delivered by a programme team made up of academics and researchers at the forefront of their specialisms in a variety of chemical and mathematical disciplines.

Access our specialist facilities and laboratories in the School of Chemistry and the School of Mathematics which are both fully equipped with the latest technology and state-of-the-art equipment to provide a creative and stimulating learning environment.

Broaden your experience before you graduate and enhance your career prospects with our study abroad and industrial work placement opportunities.

At the end of your second year, there is the possibility of transferring to the four-year integrated Masters (MChem, BSc) course.