Department of Chemistry | BSc Chemistry (with Year Abroad)

BSc Chemistry (with Year Abroad) at Durham University

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A highly-valued degree that can be used as the first step towards further academic learning and research in Chemical Sciences or take you directly into a role across a wide variety of industries and commerce.

The Department of Chemistry at Durham University is one of the leading Departments in the UK. When you choose the BSc in Chemistry you will join a dynamic and focused learning community that is home to multiple research institutes, a range of first-class facilities and experts with close links to industry. Current developments in both research and industry are used to bring theoretical learning to life.

Chemistry degrees at Durham University offer a high level of flexibility. The BSc in Chemistry contains the same core curriculum in Years 1 and 2 as our other Chemistry degrees, and you can switch to one of the other degrees up to the end of the second year.

You will build strong foundations in Inorganic, Organic and Physical Chemistry and learn practical skills in our modern teaching laboratories. In your final year, you will continue to learn the core aspects of modern Chemistry and examine how it is applied to real-world issues. Your studies will culminate in a research-led dissertation.

You will learn how Chemistry is the central science with learning interfaces with Biosciences, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Physics and Astronomy. You will be exposed to cutting-edge analytical techniques and learn how they can be used to assist research and tackle global issues. Graduates are ready to either move straight into employment in a wide range of industries or advance into further studies and scientific research.

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. A significant number of our students also progress to postgraduate study.

Transferable skills include communication and presentation skills, logical thinking, report writing, problem solving, time management, data handling and analysis, teamwork and leadership, creativity, and instrumental and experimental skills. We aim to develop your curiosity as a scientist. These skills are valued across many sectors.

Recent employers of our graduates include GSK, Infineum, Procter & Gamble, BP and Akzo Nobel.

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