Natural Sciences (Chemistry) (Q64-CHE)

In this specialist route through our BSc (Honours) Natural Sciences (Q64) degree, you’ll learn about the structure, properties and reactivity of molecules, and the integral role these play in our understanding of the world about us. On completion of your degree, as well as gaining an understanding of chemistry, you’ll develop analytical and scientific literacy skills carrying out practical work and a research project.

Key features of the course

• Accredited by the Society for Natural Sciences (SNS)

• Covers the classical disciplines of chemistry (organic, inorganic and physical chemistry) as well as atmospheric and biological chemistry

• Develops investigative and laboratory skills through practical investigations delivered via our award-winning OpenScience laboratory

• Offers the option of hands-on laboratory work via short residential schools

• Allows you to apply your knowledge exploring a chemistry topic in depth in a final project of your choosing

This natural sciences degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits.
In Stage 1, you’ll study two 60-credit modules.
In Stage 2, you’ll study one 60-credit module and choose 60 credits of option modules.
In Stage 3, you’ll study one 60-credit module, choose one 30-credit module and complete a 30-credit project module.