School of Chemistry

We are a leading chemistry school with a clear mission: to tackle the important scientific challenges of the 21st century.

Cardiff University students in a chemistry laboratory.

Welcome to the
School of Chemistry

Sustainability is a high priority on our agenda, as demonstrated by our landmark research into catalysis for a greener future. Our teaching staff actively research ways to address society's urgent challenges, ranging from biofuels and clean water to developing new pharmaceuticals.

Courses

Our wide selection of modules gives you the flexibility to shape your studies.

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Research

Our researchers are working to find solutions to major global challenges.

We explain why chemistry is so important, from its presence in our daily lives to new scientific discoveries.

Facilities

Discover our well-equipped and modern teaching and research facilities.

Projects

We tackle diverse research projects due to funding and broad research interests.

Engagement

Take part in demonstrations and public lectures through our outreach.

I'm glad I chose to study chemistry because every day I learn something new that blows my mind. The structure of the course at Cardiff has allowed me to balance studies with extracurricular activities such as sports and societies which I believe is integral to everyone's university experience. I believe that this course will open many doors for my future and I am going to look into doing a PhD once I graduate.

Harry Smallman, MChem Chemistry