School of Chemistry

Undergraduate Degree Programmes

Whichever undergraduate programme you choose, you will gain a deep understanding of chemical principles, alongside practical laboratory experience and problem-solving skills that are essential to tackling real-world challenges.

With a degree in chemistry, you’ll be equipped to explore careers in pharmaceuticals, energy, environmental science, materials development, and more. Whether you're developing new medicines, advancing sustainable technologies, or uncovering the molecular basis of life, your chemistry training will open the door to a wide range of impactful and intellectually rewarding careers.

Our programme options

Our undergraduate programmes are designed to reflect the diversity and evolving nature of modern chemistry. Whether you're interested in core chemical sciences, the interface with physics or biology, or the development of new materials, you'll find a pathway that aligns with your interests and ambitions.

Many of our degrees offer opportunities to tailor your experience further — including options to spend a year on industrial placement, study abroad at a partner university, or pursue advanced study at master's level. You can also explore interdisciplinary learning by combining chemistry with another subject.

In addition to the programmes listed below, we also offer joint degrees such as Chemistry and Mathematics, and extended options like Chemical Physics with Work Placement, giving you even more flexibility to shape your academic journey.