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Chemistry plays such an integral role in our daily existence that we often overlook its presence. It forms the foundation of cooking and nutrition, respiration and vision, the fabrics we dress in and the building blocks of our surroundings. During your Chemistry studies at Otago, you'll explore molecular interactions, light responses, and environmental impacts - learning to create innovative materials and detect minute contaminants. The Chemistry Department's research spans nanotechnology, ocean chemistry, intelligent polymer development, and cancer-fighting pharmaceuticals. As the study of matter, Chemistry is so essential it's considered the core scientific discipline. Pursuing Chemistry provides insights into universal mechanisms while teaching you to develop compounds that may transform human existence. You might contribute to breakthroughs in medicine, agricultural chemicals, catalytic processes, or renewable energy while earning a globally respected Chemistry credential. An Otago Chemistry education equips you with analytical abilities grounded in chemical principles.