Our chemistry degrees share a common first year. This ensures that you develop a solid foundation in chemistry and its many forms. You’ll explore the fundamentals of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry.
Modules
Compulsory Modules | Credits |
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Chemical Laboratory Skills 1 | 20 |
Chemical Skills and Professionalism | 10 |
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry | 20 |
Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry | 20 |
Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry | 20 |
General Chemistry | 10 |
Additional compulsory module information
Optional Modules | Credits |
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Natural Science Research Impact | 10 |
Earth System Science | 10 |
Diversity of Life: Form and Function | 20 |
Mathematical Skills for Chemists | 10 |
Introduction to Scientific Computing for Chemists | 10 |
You'll explore concepts in medicinal chemistry including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, enzymes and drug design. You’ll be introduced to structure-based drug design using CCP4 Molecular Graphics software.
You'll take an employability module that includes a Professional Awareness Event. You'll have the opportunity to interact with a range of companies.
Modules
Compulsory Modules | Credits |
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Sustainable Solutions | 10 |
Chemical Laboratory Skills 2 | 20 |
Structural Chemistry | 10 |
Organic Chemistry | 20 |
Inorganic Chemistry | 20 |
Physical Chemistry | 20 |
Medicinal Chemistry | 10 |
Optional Modules | Credits |
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Global Element Cycling | 10 |
Applied Computational Medicinal Chemistry | 10 |
Chemistry of the Atmosphere | 10 |
You’ll complete a paid placement year. We will help you find a company that will give you invaluable work experience. With our links to industry, you’ll find a company that matches your interests.
You’re supported by visits from academic staff during your placement. You'll also complete a log book demonstrating the skills and learning achieved during your placement. This experience will help you to stand out in a competitive field.
Modules
Compulsory Modules | Credits |
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Advanced Organic Chemistry (Distance Learning) | 20 |
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (Distance Learning) | 20 |
Project in Industry | 80 |
In your final year, you’ll complete an investigative project. This involves creating original, unpublished work in a modern area of chemistry. As part of the project, you'll generate a researcher development record. This record highlights the specialist skills you’ve acquired from your research project.
You will also choose from a range of optional modules on specialist topics. These include catalysis and synthesis of organic compounds.
Modules
Compulsory Modules | Credits |
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Advanced Medicinal Chemistry | 20 |
Research Project | 70 |
Advanced Problem Solving | 10 |
Advanced Methods in Drug Discovery | 10 |