Chemistry MChem Honours
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 26,400 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
This professionally accredited degree provides a firm foundation in the fundamentals of chemistry in your first three years. It includes a year of advanced study at the master's level and is a good basis for a PhD or career in research.
Chemistry touches every part of our lives. From food and medicine to biotechnology and renewable energy, its influence is endless. As a Chemist, you can have a great career and make a difference in the world.
Our MChem degree follows the normal BSc curriculum, plus a further year of advanced study. The MChem programme is perfect for those pursuing a career in scientific research.
You'll explore the role of chemistry in:
- drug design
- electronic properties of molecules and materials
- renewable energy technology (solar, batteries)
- nanoscience
You'll study organic, inorganic, physical and structural chemistry. You'll investigate modern analytical techniques and computational chemistry. You can create your own distinct learning experience at Newcastle. You'll explore your interests as you discover the subject.
Flexible degree structure
Our chemistry degrees share a common first year. This ensures that you develop a solid foundation in chemistry and its many forms.
Professional accreditation and recognition
Royal Society of Chemistry
This degree is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. It fully meets the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem).
Study abroad
Experience life in another country by choosing to study abroad as part of your degree. We also offer Chemistry (with Study Abroad) MChem Honours degree.
You spend Stage 3 studying chemistry at one of our partner institutions abroad. We have partners in:
- Europe
- North America
- Asia
The year abroad is assessed on the basis of a research project you conduct while overseas. You also take distance learning modules in advanced organic and inorganic chemistry.
You’ll be encouraged to embrace fun and challenging experiences, make connections with new communities and graduate as a globally aware professional, ready for your future.
Industrial training year
We also offer Chemistry (with Industrial Training Year) MChem Honours degree. The placement takes place in Stage 3.
An industrial training year is a paid placement opportunity and a great chance for you to gain valuable work experience. If you impress your host company, it could even result in a job offer on graduation.
It's also an opportunity to build skills such as teamwork, communication and project management.
The placement year is assessed, and you'll complete a research project and distance learning modules in advanced organic and inorganic chemistry.
In the past students have found placements throughout the UK and, occasionally, overseas with companies including:
- Akzo Nobel
- AstraZeneca
- Corus
- GlaxoSmithKline
- P&G
Rankings
- Global Top 125 University - QS World University Rankings 2023
- Top 200 for Chemistry - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 1st in the UK and 8th in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
- Global Top 140 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
Curriculum
Stage 1
Our chemistry degrees share a common first year. This ensures that you develop a solid foundation in chemistry and its many forms. You’ll explore the fundamentals of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry.
Compulsory Modules
- Chemical Skills and Professionalism 10
- Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry 20
- General Chemistry 10
- Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry 20
- Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry 20
- Chemical Laboratory Skills 1 20
Optional Modules
- Natural Science Research Impact 10
- Diversity of Life: Form and Function 20
- Earth System Science 10
- Mathematical Skills for Chemists 10
- Introduction to Scientific Computing for Chemists 10
Stage 2
You'll explore more advanced concepts in chemistry including polymers, supramolecular and computational chemistry. You’ll also investigate bioactive natural products and their role in naturally-derived drugs.
You'll take an employability module that includes a Professional Awareness Event. You'll have the opportunity to interact with a range of companies.
Compulsory Modules
- Sustainable Solutions 10
- Structural Chemistry 10
- Organic Chemistry 20
- Physical Chemistry 20
- Inorganic Chemistry 20
- Chemical Laboratory Skills 2 20
Optional Modules
- Global Element Cycling 10
- Medicinal Chemistry 10
- Scientific Computing for Chemists 10
- Chemistry of the Atmosphere 10
Stage 3
You'll complete an independent research literature project. You will develop skills in reviewing, critiquing and presenting research material.
You'll also study advanced organic and inorganic chemistry. You'll explore topics including chemical nanoscience and bioinorganic chemistry.
Compulsory Modules
- CHY3010 Structural Chemistry
- CHY3012 Chemical Skills and Employability
- CHY3111 Advanced Organic Chemistry
- CHY3210 Physical and Computational Chemistry
- CHY3310 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- CHY3510 Chemistry Laboratory Skills
- CHY3511 Analytical Chemistry in Practice
Stage 4
In your final year, you’ll complete an investigative project. This involves creating original, unpublished work in a modern area of chemistry. As part of the project, you'll generate a researcher development record. This record highlights the specialist skills you’ve acquired from your research project.
You will also choose from a range of optional modules on specialist topics. These include catalysis and synthesis of organic compounds.
Compulsory Modules
- Advanced Problem Solving 10
- Research Project 70
Optional Modules
- Selectivity and Stereocontrol in Organic Synthesis 10
- Advanced Methods in Drug Discovery 10
- Pericyclic and radical reactions 10
- Chemistry Far From Equilibrium 10
- Contemporary Catalysis: Principles and Applications 10
- Exploring d and f block chemistry: applications and structural methods 10
- Energy and Materials 10
Career Opportunities
Join a network of successful graduates
Employers hold our graduates in high regard. Our graduates go on to work in a wide variety of sectors, including:
- pharmaceuticals
- accountancy
- agrochemicals
- patent law
- petrochemicals
- marketing
If you want to pursue chemistry research as a career, a good undergraduate chemistry degree is essential, often followed by a research degree.
Benefit from strong industry links
You'll also benefit from our well-established links with organisations within the industry, such as:
- AkzoNobel
- Astra Zeneca
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Proctor & Gamble
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Program delivery
Teaching is by a combination of lectures, tutorials and lab-based and computational experiments. You will have practical classes for two afternoons each week in Stage 1 and these increase in later years.