Chemistry with Placement Heriot-Watt University

Overview

The Chemistry with Placement programme at Heriot-Watt University provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with advanced chemical knowledge and practical laboratory skills. This five-year degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry and offers specialist pathways in pharmaceutical chemistry, computational chemistry, biology, or materials and nanoscience. Students benefit from a flexible structure that allows them to align their studies with specific career ambitions.

Why Chemistry with Placement at Heriot-Watt University?

Heriot-Watt University has a distinguished reputation for excellence, having ranked first in Scotland for chemistry in the Guardian University Guide 2020. Students learn from research-active academics at the Institute of Chemical Sciences, which features world-class facilities for NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, and laser science. The programme’s strong focus on industry ensures that the curriculum remains innovative and aligned with emerging global trends.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 25808 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers fundamental and advanced topics, providing a broad foundation in chemical sciences. Modules may include:

• Chemical Reactivity
• Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists
• Mechanisms and Spectroscopic Analysis
• Quantum Mechanics and Bonding
• Synthesis, Solutions and Potentials of Molecules
• Chemical Reaction Rates and Mechanisms
• Organometallic Chemistry and Spectroscopy
• Sustainable Synthesis and Catalysis
• Chemistry Dissertation Project

Careers with Chemistry with Placement

Graduates of this programme are highly sought after by employers due to their unique combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Many secure roles within the pharmaceutical, biomedical, biochemical, and healthcare industries. Opportunities also exist in environmental protection, agriculture, and the petroleum sector. Beyond laboratory roles, graduates apply their numeracy and problem-solving abilities to management positions in commerce and education.