Chemistry MChem

**This four-year degree will give you a solid grounding in the fundamentals of chemistry with an emphasis on research. Our MChem graduates are eligible to apply for Chartered Chemist status.**<br/><br/>If youre interested in studying a PhD and embarking on a career as a scientific researcher, our accredited MChem Chemistry is the course for you. <br/><br/>During the first two years, you will focus on developing your understanding of how chemistry shapes our world. There is greater emphasis on critical analysis, synthesis and problem-solving in years three and four, with an extended research project in an area of your interest during your final year.<br/><br/>You will study core topics on physical, organic, inorganic, and solid-state chemistry, with the opportunity to take a wide range of optional modules from green and sustainable chemistry and drug development to heterogeneous catalysis and engineering biosynthesis. <br/><br/>Although this course is designed to help you achieve your potential as a researcher, the problem-solving skills youll develop are applicable to a wide range of careers from education to finance and more.<br/><br/>Graduates are eligible for full membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC) and may apply for the title of Chartered Chemist (CChem).<br/><br/>**Distinctive Features of the Programme**<br/><br/>**Graduate privileges**<br/>Graduates are eligible for full membership to the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC) and may apply for the title of Chartered Chemist.<br/>**Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)** <br/>This accreditation demonstrates our course meets the high standards in education set by the RSC. <br/>**Emphasis on research**<br/>Gain a solid grounding in the fundamentals of chemistry with an emphasis on research through an extended research project in your fourth year.<br/>**94% employment** <br/>94% of our graduates are employed, in further study or doing other activities such as travelling, 15 months after their course (Graduate Outcomes survey 2020/21).<br/>**Acclaimed researchers involved in course design and teaching** <br/>99% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) and were 12th in the UK for research impact.