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Chemistry

Explore the building blocks of life

Discover chemistry theory and practice with the flexibility to specialise in areas that fascinate you. Work in state-of-the-art labs and develop the skills you’ll need to succeed in the professional world. 

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Chemistry is everywhere – it’s the study of the elements and compounds that make up the world around us. 

Our research-active academics will guide your study. You could help impact the big issues of the 21st century - from antimicrobial resistance and cancer treatment to clean energy and plastics in the environment. 

As a Chemistry graduate, you’ll unlock a vast range of career opportunities both in and outside the laboratory.

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Undergraduate Open Day

Saturday 18 January 2025.

Your possibilities? Endless. Visit our Open Day and discover the opportunities waiting for you at Bradford. 

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Courses in Chemistry

  1. Chemistry BSc (Hons)

    Apply for Chemistry BSc (Hons) at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK and International applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time
    Placement option:
    Available

  2. Foundation Year

    Apply for Foundation Year at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time

You get to practice using state-of-the-art machinery and equipment in the chemistry labs that you’ll use in real jobs.

Patrycja, BSc (Hons) Chemistry

Our facilities

Our newly refurbished Chemistry teaching lab lets you get hands-on with the latest equipment, and practise the latest techniques with the support of expert technicians and academics.

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Where Chemistry can take you

Graduates have options to continue in education or research, or pursue a career in specialist chemistry sectors. Possible routes and roles for graduates include:    

  • Analytical chemist
  • Biotechnologist
  • Chemical engineer
  • Toxicologist
  • Nanotechnologist
  • Pharmacologist
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