Chemistry
Our courses will help you to further your education and make an impact on your future career. Whether that lies in academic or industrial research, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, scientific communication or elsewhere, we have a range of courses to suit your needs and career aspirations.
Why study with us
9th in the UK for research output
In the latest REF research assessment exercise.
Professionally accredited
All our taught master's degrees are accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
Quality research facilities
Following over £20 million investment, our facilities provide a superb environment for excellence.
The programme has been very involving and interesting and the lecturers have all been supportive and patient, and have always made time to see me when I've needed help. I've made a lot of friends and I've loved every minute of being at the School of Chemistry.
Courses
Our talks
An introduction to our taught master's degree programmes
Dr Tom Tatchell, Education and Students Manager, shares all you need to know about postgraduate study at the School of Chemistry including career opportunities for graduates, contact hours for our taught degree programmes, the differences between undergraduate and postgraduate study, and more.
Advanced Chemistry (MSc)
Dr Niklaas Buurma covers how this course will prepare you for a range of research careers in universities, government agencies and science companies all over the world.
Medicinal Chemistry (MSc)
Dr Michaela Serpi explains how medicinal chemistry is a rapidly developing science concerned with the chemistry underpinning the design, discovery and development of new pharmaceuticals.
For more helpful videos by staff and students, head to our YouTube channel and our 'Postgraduate chemistry at Cardiff' playlist.
Our School and students
Our School has a world-class reputation for research excellence, with a vibrant and diverse community of postgraduate students. Explore our facilities and find out more about our School and research, including the Cardiff Catalysis Institute.
Rebekah shares her experiences as a postgraduate chemistry student
MChem and PhD student, Rebekah Taylor, explains why she chose to study chemistry at Cardiff and shares some useful advice for students who are considering studying with us, including information about student support, the skills she gained during her degree and the city of Cardiff.
Take a 360 tour
Have a look around our facilities and beyond campus with our 360 tour.
Our research impact
Our research is working to tackle major challenges facing society, the economy and our environment.
We collaborate with many industries and national and international organisations to translate our high quality chemical research into a broad spectrum of applications.
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Next steps
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How to apply
Everything you need to know about our application process.
View courses
Explore our postgraduate courses and admission criteria for 2023/24.
