Chemistry

Entry requirements

UK honours degree (minimum 2.2) or equivalent in a chemistry-related subject (including forensic science, pharmacology, and pharmacy, subject to an assessment of your course content by the admissions tutor).

Applicants with relevant employment experience or qualifications will also be considered.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

You can gain the opportunity to develop a competitive research edge to your CV, which is vital when entering the growing Chemistry market within the UK and internationally. This Chemistry postgraduate course enables you to choose from our extensive range of Chemistry modules - allowing you to match the modules with your interests and career aspirations.

If you are already working in the industry then you may be interested in studying this course part-time for over two to three years. The research project can even be studied over 10 to 12 months by doing approved 'in-house' research.

Supporting you
As a postgraduate Chemistry student, you'll receive tailored support to help you develop the advanced laboratory skills needed for your research and future career.

When you choose your research project, you won’t be doing it alone. You'll work closely with your academic supervisor to identify the specific techniques and skills required for your project – whether that's analytical chemistry, synthesis, instrumentation, or something more specialised. From there, you’ll receive guidance and training to build those skills with confidence.

This personalised approach ensures you’re fully prepared to carry out your research to a high standard, while also developing practical expertise that’s highly valued in both academic and industrial settings.