The emphasis of the course is on acquiring the practical and theoretical skills needed by a modern chemist. Programmes are designed to enable students to develop:
- an understanding of the theories of chemical behaviour and how they may be applied
- an ability to analyse, integrate and critically evaluate new information
- skills in experimental chemistry
- design of experiments to test hypotheses.
The Chemistry courses at Bath provide the highest quality teaching in readiness for both chemical and non-chemical careers.
The programmes of study are modular, consisting of self-contained units taught and assessed on a semester basis. As you progress through each semester and successfully pass the examinations, you will receive credit for the units you have successfully completed. Therefore, throughout your programme of study you will have a clear indication of your academic progress.
Each of the chemistry programme units in the first two years has two lectures, and an associated small group workshop or problem class per week. Students are also grouped into small tutorial groups of about five people and meet their tutors once a week for an hour to discuss detail and problems from the course.
The nature of our courses and the calibre of our graduates ensure that they enjoy an excellent employment rate in industry, scientific, administration, teaching, Research Councils and the Civil Service. Many students are employed in research and development. Others find employment in allied areas such as marketing, administration, production and technical services. A small number of students use their degree as a basic qualifying level of attainment to enter fields such as accountancy and insurance. The courses are also a sound preparation for proceeding to a higher degree in research before choosing a final career.
