Chemistry

Why choose this course Our chemistry programmes offer one of the best staff-to-student ratios in the country, with 91.7 per cent of our students saying that they are satisfied with the teaching on their course in the National Student Survey 2023.

We also offer award-winning Professional Training placements, giving our students the opportunity to work among leading chemical companies in the UK and further afield.

What you will study • Our BSc or MChem (Master of Chemistry) courses combine modern, practical chemistry with core theory. You’ll explore topics including energy and fuel cells, advanced materials, natural products and advanced analytical techniques.

• You can also choose to complete aProfessional Training placement, with opportunities available among leading chemical companies in the UK and further afield.

• The MChem builds on the BSc course with a masters year and is a direct route to a masters qualification, known as an integrated masters. On an MChem, you’ll spend a year doing research with an industry partner before returning for a final year of masters-level modules.