Chemistry lab facilities in Davy Building
 

6 Hands-on learning

Maximise your lab time with coursework-focused degrees designed to build practical skills and workplace confidence.

6 Advanced facilities

Sharpen your problem-solving skills in newly refurbished labs equipped with cutting-edge analytical instruments.

6 Expert teaching and support

Learn in small groups led by approachable, world-leading researchers. Benefit from personalised guidance and a teaching approach that prioritises your success and development.

Ignite your chemical curiosity

Explore chemistry degrees which combine hands-on lab experience, industry connections, and cutting-edge facilities to prepare you for careers in research, sustainability, pharmaceuticals and beyond.

Postgraduate programmes

Take your skills to the next level with postgraduate study that builds on your undergraduate knowledge and enhances your career prospects.

Research opportunities

Conduct research alongside staff at the forefront of the chemistry subject discipline.

From making potions in my back garden after my grandad gave me an experiment kit, to working with global energy giants and pharmaceutical companies, my passion for chemistry keeps on growing.

Katie, BSc (Hons) Chemistry graduate

As a result of my studies, I was able to competently complete a three-month research cruise. I had the skills to complete the laboratory work, practically produce results and document them accordingly, analyse data and produce a report at the end.

Kerri, BSc (Hons) Chemistry graduate

The most inspiring aspect of the course was the encouragement from teaching staff and peers. You could fully engage in the learning and ask for support when needed.

Danielle, BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Foundation Year graduate
 

Explore our chemistry facilities

Our facilities are designed to immerse you in the science of discovery. From dedicated laboratories to advanced analytical instruments, you’ll gain hands-on experience in professional environments from day one. Train with expert staff, explore real-world chemical analysis and build the technical skills that set you apart – in practical classes, research projects and beyond.
Chemistry facilities - student using lab equipment
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES)
Chemistry students in a laboratory
X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry (XRF)
Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
 
 

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