This course develops your knowledge and skills, enjoy our state-of-the-art facilities and take your first step towards becoming a professional scientist. This MChem Chemistry degree provides excellent training if you are considering a career as a professional research chemist either in industry or higher education. Upon graduation you will have developed a range of skills which are essential for chemists but also make you highly desirable in all areas of employment. These include skills such as planning and organisation, handling information, communication, scientific and practical skills, ICT, problem solving, critical analysis, time management and business awareness. Our recent graduates have found employment in a number of areas, including the environment, health and safety, forensics, food technology, pharmaceuticals and water analysis, and in professions including analytical scientists, organic synthetic chemists, peptide chemists, research chemists and senior analysts.