MChem Chemistry

A Chemistry degree at Northumbria provides you with a required foundation in core chemistry. It supplies a range of options including:

The MChem course follows the path of the BSc Chemistry degree, with an additional year-long research project in the 4th year alongside additional final year modules focussing on cutting edge research fields. The additional year provides significant further laboratory experience and opportunities to apply your knowledge from the first 3 years of the course.

Alongside the opportunity to gain hands-on practical experience in our state-of-the-art laboratories, you will learn from our research-active team of academic staff comprising leaders in a range of research fields.

This degree will provide you with the knowledge, independent critical thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to become a well-rounded chemist. The degree will thoroughly prepare you for a career in the chemical industry or academia and will equip you with skills applicable in a wide range of fields.

Northumbria University is ranked 5th in the UK for Chemistry (Guardian University League Table 2023)

This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.