Chemistry MChem

MChem

Your course

Fuel, clothing, packaging, medicines and electronic devices are all made possible thanks to the fundamental science of chemistry. This Chemistry MChem course includes Year 3 spent in a research group where you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in real-world chemistry. On top of getting a grounding in the core areas of chemistry and developing your logical reasoning and imaginative problem-solving skills, you’ll get the chance to explore more specialist options such as chemical engineering or forensic science. Choosing to study with us means you’ll be taught by academics, in specialist areas of chemistry, who are all educated to doctoral level in their subjects and involve you in their forward-thinking research. So if you’re fascinated by the idea of getting stuck into research and gaining an edge that could help you kick start your career in a broad range of fields, this could be the ideal choice for you.

Example modules

• Inorganic Chemistry • Organic Chemistry • Physical Chemistry • Analytical Science • Research Project

Your future

As a graduate of this course, you may consider a career in a wide range of scientific areas, including chemical analysis, chemical manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutics, environmental consultancy, oil and gas, food and drink, petrochemicals, research and teaching. Previous graduates from courses in the subject area of Chemistry have gone on to roles such as Analyst at ALS Environmental, Analytical Scientist at Sequani, Microbiological Analyst at Microsearch Laboratories Ltd, QC Analyst at Ernest Jackson & Co Ltd and Operations and Technical Support Assistant at National Nuclear Laboratory.***

***LinkedIn

What I enjoy most about my current career is the ability to work in a laboratory with chemicals that have unique properties. I was readily prepared for this by the teaching labs at the University of Huddersfield.

Dylan Watmough, graduated Chemistry with Industrial Experience MChem 2020, now Operations and Technical Support Assistant at National Nuclear Laboratory.

Course info

Course length:

4 years inc. placement year

Entry requirements:

A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBB* inc. B in Chemistry/DDM in Applied Science**/120 inc. B in Chemistry at A Level.

*The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. **Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care/Medicinal Science is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level in Chemistry at a minimum grade B.

If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree, see page 15.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry