Chemistry
CM; UCAS Codes: BSc F100; BSc DIS F101; MChem F102; MChem DIS F103.
The principles and application of modern Chemistry underpins many important
industries in the UK and worldwide. For example, pharmaceutical companies
employ chemists to synthesise and analyse new drugs and the oil industry
uses chemists to prepare new additives or develop new catalysts to make
cleaner fuel. Chemistry is also the physical science that links physics
to biology and many chemists therefore embark on careers that bridge the
core sciences. For example, marine chemists study the effect of environmental
factors on different water borne species while process control chemists
can investigate the effect of corrosion on plant steel. Graduates in Chemistry
from Loughborough University are given the opportunity to develop skills
in problem solving and effective communication that are not chemistry specific
which allows some of them to pursue careers outside chemistry in business,
or as accountants and lawyers.
The programme
As with all the chemistry programmes at Loughborough University, there
is a core of chemistry running throughout this programme which is centred
around modules in inorganic, organic, analytical and physical chemistry.
The advantage of the pure chemistry programme is the greater choice that
the students have in the additional modules they take. This allows more
flexibility for those who have yet to make up their mind on a future career
and wish to keep their options open to choose a chemical or non-chemical
career path. For all modules, the large group lectures are supported by
small group tutorials, problem solving workshops and laboratory classes.
The Chemistry Programme at Loughborough University benefits from excellent
facilities for the teaching of both theoretical and practical aspects
of Chemistry. Since chemistry is a practical science you will spend a
significant amount of your time (about 50%) in the laboratory developing
the skills required by a Chemistry graduate - you will be reassured to
know that our laboratories are therefore equipped to the highest standards.
The academic staff responsible for teaching on the Chemistry programme
are nationally and internationally recognised as experts in their chosen
fields. The research they undertake is ‘cutting edge’ science
and much of the research work is supported by the UK Chemical Industry.
This provides for a dynamic and stimulating environment for teaching and
learning to take place effectively.
The Chemistry Department prides itself on the approachability of our staff
and the pastoral care provided by the personal tutoring system operated
within the Department. On arrival at Loughborough you will be assigned
to a personal tutor with whom you are encouraged to talk about your progress
on the programme and who is always on hand to help with any difficulties
or problems that may arise.
The modules
The first year
(Part A)
There are 12 core modules. Of these eleven are in chemistry with 3 each
in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry plus two analytical modules.
The twelfth module is in mathematics which is in two streams for those
with, and without, mathematics A-level.
The second
year (Part B)
Students study 12 modules, 3 in inorganic, 4 in physical, 3 in organic
and 2 in analytical.
The industrial training year
On successful completion of Part B you may choose to take advantage of
the Industrial Placement Scheme (sandwich programmes). It is the policy
of Loughborough University Chemistry Department to provide assistance
with the arrangement of a supervised and structured year spent in industry.
Many of the leading chemical companies provide places for our students
due to strong established links between our department and industry. Satisfactory
completion of this year (including a dissertation) leads to the award
of Diploma in Industrial Studies (DIS). As a Department we are also active
in the SOCRATES European Exchange Programme, and are therefore able to
offer you the chance to spend this year at one of our collaborating European
Universities (including Valencia, Erlangen-Nürnberg, and Milan).
The third year
(Part C)
There are 3 units of core chemistry in inorganic, organic and physical
chemistry. The other nine modules, including a three module project, allows
choice from various areas including forensic analytical chemistry, drugs
and disease or radiochemistry. Advanced modules also exist
in the three core areas. The project will involve real research allied
to one of the research groups in the department supervised by a member
of staff. Examination of the project takes place via report and oral presentation
of results. (On completion of this year, and subject to compliance with
university regulations, students on the BSc programme graduate.)
The fourth
year (Part D)
For students wanting to pursue a chemical career, the MChem programme
should be the programme of choice. In the fourth academic year, students
progress to advanced research techniques and undertake an extended research
project (for a whole semester) while developing presentation skills. Further
optional taught chemistry modules are available in Part D to allow students
further study in their areas of interest.
Professional Recognition
Graduates from the MChem programmes will be eligible for admission to
AMRSC, and in addition will hold a degree accredited for the award of
Chartered Chemist (CChem). This enables MChem graduates to register with
the RSC for a 2 year Professional Development Programme leading to the
award of CChem after three years postgraduate experience. Graduates from
our BSc honours programmes are eligible for admission to Associate Member
of the Royal Society of Chemistry (AMRSC).
Employment
Employment prospects for graduates in Chemistry from Loughborough University
are good and the career opportunities are wide. Major companies have recently
placed Loughborough University graduates 3rd on the list of most employable
science and engineering graduates. Recent graduates have taken jobs in
the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in accountancy,
sales and marketing as well as teaching. Many graduates choose to continue
their studies as postgraduate students leading to MSc or PhD at Loughborough
or at other institutions worldwide. Several of our graduates now hold
significant academic positions at British Universities. A list of the
destinations of some of our graduates is given below:
Some destinations of graduates from the Chemistry Programme at Loughborough
University:
Professor Steven Ley, FRS Professor in Chemistry Cambridge
University
Dr Chris Frost, Lecturer in Chemistry University of Bath
Dr Mark Elliott, Lecturer in Chemistry University of Cardiff
Gregory Stepney, PhD Student University of Nottingham
Phil Bailey, PhD Student University of Southampton
Oliver Swain, Teacher Nottingham
Paul Theobald, Graduate Chemist 3M Company
Helen Chester, Graduate Chemist Johnson Matthey Ltd
Daman Gardner, Metallurgy Chemist British Steel
Robert Insley, Production Support Lilly Industries
Dominic Bate, Environmental Monitoring AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
All applications must be made via UCAS
Click here to see details of typical offers.
For current situation see also:
http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/cm/pages-undergrad/offers.html
To request a prospectus contact:
Chemistry@lboro.ac.uk
For further information contact:
Dr D R Worrall, Admissions Tutor
Department of Chemistry
Loughborough University
Leicestershire
LE11
3TU UK
Tel: +44 (0)1509 22 2567
Fax: +44 (0)1509 22 3925
Email: D.R.Worrall@lboro.ac.uk
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