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Our academic team from the School of Chemistry and School of Physics and Astronomy will guide your learning journey, nurturing your inquisitive nature while fostering independent study skills. You might even spot familiar faces among our faculty from the well-known Periodic Videos and Sixty Symbols YouTube channels.
This program emphasizes the intersection between chemistry and physics. During your first year, you'll explore foundational modules in chemistry, physics, and mathematics, with hands-on laboratory sessions in our teaching facilities. As you progress to years two and three, you'll delve deeper into specialized areas such as: physical chemistry, spectroscopy, magnetic resonance, nanotechnology, thermodynamics, atomic physics, and particle physics.
Your final year features advanced masters-level coursework and an extensive research project, enhancing your critical thinking and communication abilities. With over 100 potential projects across 40 research groups, you can select a topic aligned with your professional goals. You'll collaborate directly with our research teams, benefiting from cutting-edge facilities and the latest scientific developments.
Graduates have pursued careers across diverse sectors including chemical, physical sciences, and pharmaceutical industries. The University of Nottingham ranks as the UK's second most sought-after institution by top employers.