School of Chemistry

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Future students

Gain hands-on laboratory experience and sharpen your analytical thinking – preparing you for a dynamic career in science, industry, healthcare, and beyond.

Our rankings

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UK top 20

Guardian University Guide [Chemistry]

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World top 100

QS World University Rankings [Chemistry]

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UK top 20

Complete University Guide [Chemistry]

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Student life

Join clubs across the University and take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness facilities on campus.

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Continuing Professional Development

Explore our unique one-week continuing professional development (CPD) courses:

  • Continuing professional development

Research and impact

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Research impact

Discover the exciting ways we are making a global impact with our research.

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Our research

Discover our research groups and their cutting edge activity.

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Research opportunities

Find out more about available PhD opportunities.

 

Facilities and services

We house a wide range of high quality research facilities and equipment. Find out more:

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Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT)

Learn more about the School of Chemistry’s involvement in the EPSRC-funded DiveIn Centre for Doctoral Training in diversity-led, mission-driven research.

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Our research and heritage

Watch this short video about the School of Chemistry's research and heritage.

About us

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About us

Find out about the School of Chemistry.

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Community and engagement

We have strong connections with industry, schools and the wider public through research collaboration, teaching, and outreach.

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Schools and outreach

Find out about our activities in schools and upcoming events.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Explore how we are fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in the School of Chemistry.

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Current staff and students

Access information for existing student and staff members. 

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News and events

Find out about our achievements and upcoming events.

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