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Chemistry

For over 180 years, we've explored how chemistry can predict and sustain the world around us. Our Chemistry degrees allow you to explore diverse fields of study. Make breakthroughs in anti-cancer drugs, improve battery technology and explore nanoscience and nanoscale electronics. Join us and bring the laboratory to life.

Help create a sustainable future

From day one at Newcastle, you're embraced as a student scientist. We empower you to put the theory learned in the lab into practice.

You'll join our dynamic, multicultural, and innovative community. Benefit from our global network of international partners and accomplished alumni.

Unlock the potential for industry placements. These can be nationwide or at esteemed universities worldwide, including North America, South America, Europe and Asia.

Make the most of our partnerships with industry giants like Akzo Nobel, GSK and BMW. You'll have many exciting opportunities to shape your future in chemistry.

Choose the right Chemistry degree

Chemistry

BSc: Develop the professional lab skills required to work in the sector.

  • Gain practical experience in our high-spec teaching labs, among the best in the UK.
  • Optional study abroad or industrial training opportunities.

MChem: Study further with advanced modules in your fourth year.

  • Modules include catalyst application and design.
  • Learn about organic synthesis for drug targets and further organic and inorganic chemistry.
  • Optional study abroad or industrial training opportunities.
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

Our Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry degrees will prepare you for a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

BSc: Focus on specialised medicinal chemistry topics

  • Explore areas like cancer chemotherapy, enzymology and toxicology.
  • Optional study abroad or industrial training opportunities.

MChem: Study further with advanced modules in your fourth year.

  • Modules include advanced methods in drug discovery.
  • Learn about organic synthesis for drug targets and further organic and inorganic chemistry.
  • Optional study abroad or industrial training opportunities.

Chemistry and Medicinal Chemistry courses


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Newcastle University offers an outstanding student experience and a world-class education for life. Our commitment to academic excellence is demonstrated through our position in global rankings. We have a world-class reputation for research excellence.