Chemistry with a Foundation Year

Chemistry with a Foundation Year
Interested in developing chemical compounds? Curious about the structure of chemicals and the reactions they have with one another? Enter the fascinating world of Chemistry at Kent to gain the knowledge and practical skills to help tackle the challenges of the 21st century. From combating climate change and creating energy storage devices, to developing new pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

This course is designed for students who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to Stage 1 of our degree courses, and is an excellent conversion course for applicants who have shown academic ability in non-science subjects.

Our distinctive course includes a set of 'chemistry in context' modules where you can apply your knowledge to specific case studies - in our state-of-the-art facilities - as well as the opportunity to work with our leading research teams on your own project. You'll also benefit from our expert career advice - we'll help you to achieve your ambitions.

Accreditation
This course is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).

Your future
You'll graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience, as well as a toolbox of transferable skills highly sought after by employers. These include excellent communication and problem-solving skills; the ability to work independently or as part of a team; analytical thinking; and effective time management. Typical graduate destinations include:


• GSK



• Ministry of Defence



• Pfizer



• Reckitt



• SG Technologies Ltd



- teaching.


You'll also develop key transferable skills including: the ability to work independently or as part of a team; to analyse and problem solve; to conduct research and communicate your findings.

Location
Our city, your time.
It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.
We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

Get Your Kent Start at the University of Kent. Prepare to be career-ready, with guaranteed internships with every course, as well as support that’s readily available from day one. Join our vibrant and caring community and enjoy our stunning campus spaces.

Our Canterbury site includes on-campus nightclubs, bars, restaurants, high-end sports facilities and even a student cinema! You can enjoy your lunch on Kent's green campus, visit historical sights nearby in Canterbury or Rochester, or head to the beach. You're also just a short bus journey from scenic beaches, and a train ride from Central London!

Kent offers a range choice of accommodation options to suit all budgets. You’ll be supported with discounts on transport, meals and other cost-of-living initiatives. All first-year students also get free gym and sports memberships!

Interested? Why not come and see Kent for yourself on a Clearing campus tour.

Apply to Kent this Clearing and start building your future.