Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)

This degree will stimulate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills to help you to be competitive across all science-led disciplines. Your science degree begins with a suite of introductory subjects in which you will learn and explore core science concepts across physical, life, data and mathematical science disciplines and develop and strengthen key scientific and transferable skills, providing a transformative learning experience that will underpin your future studies and careers.Whether looking at climate change, harnessing renewable energy sources, investigating next-gen nanotechnology or discovering medical breakthroughs, chemistry is vital in understanding and developing technologies of the future. This major explores chemical structures, the properties of organic compounds and the biomedical applications of chemistry.Students will study across materials science, organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry. Build strong research and laboratory skills, preparing for careers that require skills and knowledge related to analysis of substances at the molecular level and exploring chemical structures. The Chemistry major will strengthen your practical skills in laboratory science, building on specific training which include chemical analysis, laboratory science, data analysis and materials science.Key soft skills include include leadership, teamwork, empathy, interpersonal communication and listening skills, as well as time management, problem-solving, research, critical thinking and organisation skills.