MChem (Hons) Chemistry (with Industrial Placement) at Durham University

An integrated Master’s degree with placement. This course is ideal for those planning to move into industry as it provides an opportunity to gain highly valued real-world experience. The chemistry department at Durham is one of the leading departments in the UK (5th in the Complete University Guide, 9th in the Times and 10th in the Guardian 2026 Chemistry league tables).

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Chemistry  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's, placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will build strong foundations in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry and learn practical skills in our modern teaching laboratories. In your third year, you will continue to learn the core aspects of modern chemistry, and start to focus on the concepts and skills required in research. In your final year, you will complete a research project as an industrial placement within the chemical industry. Compulsory modules include Foundations of Chemistry: Atoms, Bonding & Energetics, Experimental Chemistry II: Developing Laboratory Expertise, Mathematical Methods for Chemists, Chemical Systems & Change: Structure & Dynamics, Molecules in Action.

Career pathways

A degree in Chemistry will prepare you for a career in science and technology, either in industry, research or academia. Chemistry is also an excellent foundation for careers in areas such as business and finance, consultancy, journalism, information technology, teaching and more.

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