The MChem at Northumbria is an enhanced undergraduate course which examines the use of chemistry in the modern world. You will gain a thorough knowledge base in chemistry before exploring areas such as nanotechnology, drug design and action, new materials, computational chemistry, biotransformation and cell factories. You can tailor the course to your individual interests via a wide range of modules and the final year major research project. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, and including an opportunity to spend a year in industry, the MChem will develop your practical laboratory skills, unlock your analytical and creative problem-solving abilities and provide a strong foundation for a career in research, teaching or industry. By the end of your degree you will have developed the ability to study independently and mastered research skills, culminating in a major research project which can be tailored to reflect your interests and career aspirations.