Chemistry, BSc (Hons)

Chemistry is integral to daily life and essential for addressing global challenges, such as advancing green technologies and developing health therapies. This adaptable three-year programme offers a comprehensive introduction to chemistry, allowing specialisation through optional modules and a research project. Students explore core areas including analytical, physical, organic, inorganic, and solid-state chemistry, alongside electives in topics like sustainable chemistry, drug development, heterogeneous catalysis, and biosynthesis. Opportunities include adding a Placement Year Abroad or Year in Industry after the first year, subject to performance, though international students should note this extends the programme to four years due to visa considerations. Career paths span chemical and pharmaceutical industries, or broader fields like education and finance, with options for further study.Distinctive features include accreditation by the Royal Society of Chemistry, affirming high educational standards, and flexible pathways for transferring to advanced options like MChem or placement years. With 94% of graduates employed or in further study 15 months post-completion (Graduate Outcomes survey 2020/21), the programme benefits from world-leading research—99% rated internationally excellent (REF 2021)—and offers summer research projects to enhance CVs. Professional accreditation ensures industry recognition.