Chemistry is an exciting modern science which opens opportunities for work as a chemist in a very wide range of areas from marine chemistry to liquid crystals; from environmental chemistry to medicinal chemistry; and from cement chemistry to the chemistry of bones.  A degree in Chemistry is also highly regarded by employers outside the chemical industry, because they recognise the value of the transferable skills acquired during the degree, and they regard the degree as one requiring high intellectual standards.

 The breadth of possibilities in modern chemistry, and also the extent to which chemistry interfaces with other subjects such as medicine and engineering, has led us to develop a range of different degree programmes in chemistry.  Our principle degree the “enhanced degree” recognised by the Royal Society of Chemistry as the normal route to becoming a Chartered Chemist. 

F105      Chemistry:  The principal general chemistry degree, with a broad base in all areas of the subject.

C120      Biomedical Materials Chemistry:  is an acknowledged centre of excellence for research into materials for medical applications.  Students will study courses in biology and materials science, and have a final year placement in the area of biomedical materials. This area is regarded by government as a key growth area.

F110      Chemistry for the Offshore Industry:  The energy capital of Europe, we are uniquely placed to offer this degree aimed at the needs of chemists entering the offshore industry.  Students study courses in geology, materials science and environmental science, and will have an industrial placement in the final year.

F101      Chemistry with E-Chemistry:  Chemists make extensive use of internet technology to share and manage information. In this course, students will study courses in computing science at levels 1 and 2, and the additional skills developed should provide excellent prospects of employment..

F1R9     Chemistry with Modern Languages:  Students study the relevant language in the early years of their degree, and normally do their final year project in a partner institution in Europe.

F145      Environmental Chemistry:  Students study courses in biology, environmental science, and soil science, and do a project related to the environment.

F152      Medicinal Chemistry:  Students study courses in biology, physiology, biochemistry, genetics and pharmacology, and do a project related to medicinal chemistry.