BSc (Hons) Chemistry
Lincoln, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
* late applications will be considered if suitable vacancies remain
Key Summary
About: The BSc (Hons) Chemistry at The University of Lincoln studies matter, properties and reactions to address energy, health, food security and resource use. The programme blends core chemistry with advanced topics—nanoscience, the chemistry–biology interface, nuclear chemistry, biotechnology and sensors—and lets students join staff-led research to develop analytical, practical and experimental skills for molecular science, materials, drug discovery and environmental monitoring. Lab experience.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter roles across energy, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, consumer and personal care, and in analytical chemistry, instrumentation. It builds numeracy for careers in finance, management, science-based marketing, journalism, education and academic research; some pursue doctoral study.
Concerned with the study of matter, its properties and reactions, chemistry plays a key role in tackling global challenges such as energy production, health and wellbeing, food security and the use of natural resources. The programme aims to develop the analytical and practical skills required to prepare students for a wide range of science-related careers.
At Lincoln, we aim to integrate the core chemistry disciplines with advanced topics aligned to the major scientific challenges of the 21st Century. These include nanoscience for new materials and devices, the chemistry-biology interface for drug discovery, nuclear chemistry for safe energy generation, biotechnology for new manufacturing methods, and sensors for forensic medical and environmental applications.
Students have the opportunity to engage with staff in research projects and this research-focused environment can enable students to develop practical expertise and apply theoretical knowledge to the role of chemistry in the modern world.
"This information was correct at the time of publishing (October 2024)"
How You Study
Students have the opportunity to focus initially on organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry through an integrated approach that emphasises connectivity. Laboratory workshops and extensive use of specialist equipment provide the chance for students to develop hands-on skills.
Later in the course, students can apply their experience to a range of real-world applications, including industry-informed, interdisciplinary projects. A significant research project also aims to develop students in a specialism of their choice. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on developing the professional skills required for a future career in the industry.
First Year
- Chemistry Extension 1: Electronic Structure, Spectroscopy and Reactivity in p-Block Compounds (Core)
- Core Chemistry 1.1: Introduction to Energy, Change and Electronic Structure (Core)
- Core Chemistry 1.2: Molecular Structure, Bonding and Mechanism (Core)
- Introduction to Professional Practice (Core)
- Practical Chemistry 1.1: Fundamental laboratory techniques (Core)
- Practical Chemistry 1.2: Introduction to synthetic methodologies and molecular characterisation (Core)
- Professional Practice 1: Analytical Sciences (Core)
Second Year
- Chemistry Extension 2: Electronic Structure, Spectroscopy and Reactivity in d- and f-Block Compounds (Core)
- Core Chemistry 2.1: Stability, Structure and Mechanism in Molecular Systems (Core)
- Core Chemistry 2.2: Chemistry of Activated Systems and Radicals (Core)
- Practical Chemistry 2.1: Organic synthesis, purification and advanced characterisation (Core)
- Practical Chemistry 2.2: Inorganic synthesis and structural methods (Core)
- Professional Practice 2.1: Formulation Sciences (Core)
- Professional Practice 2.2: Pharmaceutical Sciences (Core)
Third Year
- Core Chemistry 3.1: Defining Shape, Symmetry and Stereochemistry (Core)
- Core Chemistry 3.2: Heterogeneous Systems, Surfaces and Nanoscience (Core)
- Practical Chemistry 3.1: Advanced techniques in IO-chemistry (Core)
- Professional Practice 3: Energy & Environmental Sciences (Core)
- Structured project (Core)
- Biological Chemistry (Option)†
- Fire, Explosives and Nuclear Forensics (Option)†
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How You Are Assessed
The way students are assessed in this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that may be used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. The University of Lincoln's policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
Accreditations
This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Through accreditation, the Royal Society of Chemistry aims to promote good practices in the university education of chemical scientists and ensure that future practising scientists are knowledgeable and competent.
How You Study
Students have the opportunity to focus initially on organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry through an integrated approach that emphasises connectivity. Laboratory workshops and extensive use of specialist equipment provides the chance for students to develop hands-on skills.
Later in the course, students can apply their experience to a range of real-world applications, including industry-informed, interdisciplinary projects. A significant research project also aims to develop students in a specialism of their choice. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on developing the professional skills required for a future career in industry.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Chemistry graduates may pursue a wide range of science-related careers in sectors including energy, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and consumer and personal care products. This course aims to equip graduates with extensive analytical and mathematical skills which are relevant to roles in finance, management, science-based marketing and journalism, education, and academic research. Some graduates may choose to continue their studies at doctoral level.
Our webinars, subject masterclasses, question and answer sessions, and student panel talks are a great way to discover what it is like to live and study at the University of Lincoln.
