Chemistry affects every aspect of people's lives, from clothing to medicines that help millions of people. It plays an integral part in solving global challenges such as food security, plastic pollution, developing alternative energies, and synthesising new medicines and materials.
Chemistry at Kingston offers knowledge and skills relevant to industry, research and teaching. Students will gain practical skills in the laboratories, broaden their knowledge of environmental chemistry, and develop the academic and professional skills valued by employers. This degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).
Through optional modules, students can tailor this degree to their interests and career goals. An individual project enables students to investigate a chosen area in depth. Teaching methods include lectures, workshops and practical classes. Theory work is backed up by independent or group-based practical study. Assessment typically comprises coursework and exams, including practical exercises and in-course tests. Projects are assessed by practical work, presentation of results and a written report.
Graduates work in areas such as research, chemistry, product development and engineering, and teaching.
