Chemical Research

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class BSc (Hons) degree (or equivalent international qualification) in chemistry or a degree with a significant chemistry component. Applicants with a good lower second class degree may be considered on an individual basis, taking into account relevant background and related achievements.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Our Chemical Research programme gives you the opportunity to acquire key research skills while conducting a large individual research project in your chosen area of chemistry. It will provide comprehensive preparation for a research career in academia (PhD), as well as being a real asset if you wish to pursue alternative careers in industry or education.

You will receive training in a wide range of research techniques to enable you to build up a substantial profile of experimental skills so that you can tackle research projects with confidence. Typically this includes hands-on use of instrumentation for nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, chromatographic and vacuum systems, the manipulation of air-sensitive materials, and training in state-of-the-art scientific computing and modelling.

You will take two optional modules (15 credits each) with the remaining 150 credits comprising of an individual research project aligned to cutting edge research groups within the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department. Optional taught modules include Organic Synthesis, Topics in Inorganic Chemistry, Topics in Physical Chemistry, Topics in Biological Chemistry, Advanced Topics in Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Bioorganic Chemistry, Professional Skills for Chemists, Advanced Pharmacuetical Chemistry and Nanotechnology and Nanomedicine.

Information for international students

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Fees and funding

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