BSc (Hons) Chemistry at University of Glasgow

Chemistry is the science of molecules and materials, central to modern life and to advances in new materials, antibiotics, semiconductors and trace analysis. The programme is professionally accredited and includes teaching units on ethical, environmental and financial issues in chemistry.

Faculty: College of Science & Engineering  |  Department: School of Chemistry  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers the periodic table, main group and transition metal chemistry, organic chemistry, kinetics and equilibria; year 2 adds thermodynamics, stereochemistry, quantum mechanics and bonding, spectroscopy and organic synthesis. Year 3 has organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, and year 4 comprises 4H courses in organic, physical and inorganic chemistry, special topics and a chemistry project.

Career pathways

Graduate roles listed by the university include chemistry technician, chemist, laboratory technician, civil servant, teacher, researcher and cyber security graduate.

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