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- UCAS course code
- F100
- UCAS institution code
- M20
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Career opportunities
Graduate with a degree from The University of Manchester's Chemistry Department and you'll be in demand among top graduate employers (most targeted university in The Graduate Market in 2020 - High Fliers Research ).
Our Chemistry graduates are skilled in scientific methodology and are numerate, versatile and creative, making them attractive to employers from a range of sectors.
Around half of our graduates get their first job directly using their chemical knowledge; 25% go on to study a further degree; and the remaining 25% opt for diverse careers in such areas as finance, management, computing and IT.
Throughout the academic year, we run an extensive programme of employability events to further enhance your employment prospects, most of which are open to all students from all years. These events are run in collaboration with the University's award winning Careers Service , involving various alumni, employers and the Royal Society of Chemistry, and include numerous drop-in sessions.
Accrediting organisations
BSc Chemistry is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
Graduates are eligible for Affiliate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry at a reduced rate. On graduation you can proceed to Associate or Full membership and Chartered Chemist Status (depending on degree class).