Chemistry 2020Undergraduate brochure

Chemistryat Manchester

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Our laboratory facilities are excellent, with substantial and regular investment in state-of-the-art equipment which provides training in techniques that will be valuable in future careers.

The birthplace of modern chemistry,

where John Dalton developed his atomic theory

Excellent facilities, £14 million

teaching laboratories and world-renowned

lecturers

Ranked 5th in the UK for Chemistry

(QS World University Rankings 2019)

We’re at the forefront of chemistry, exploring new ways it

can be used to provide a healthy, sustainable

future

Proud history since 1824, with seven chemistry Nobel

Prize winners

Prof Nik KaltsoyannisHead, Department of Chemistry

Proud history Bright future

Evgenia DubinskayaMChem (Hons) Chemistry with Industrial Experience

Today’s chemistry is about how atoms and molecules behave. Modern atomic theory began with the work of John Dalton in Manchester.

Dalton was one of a group of scientists and manufacturers who established the Manchester Mechanics’ Institute in April 1824. This was the origin of what became known as UMIST, a forerunner of today’s University of Manchester.

The power of an atom to combine with other atoms is called Valence. The idea was developed in Manchester in 1852 by Edward Frankland. Frankland was the first Professor of Chemistry at Owens College. The college later became the Victoria University of Manchester which combined with UMIST to form today’s University.

Studying chemistry at The University of Manchester doesn’t only give you academic knowledge, but also professional skills which can be applied in industry to make you a highly skilled and in-demand specialist. Since Manchester is the home for many powerful industries, the University gives you an amazing opportunity to build your career.

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Prof Nik KaltsoyannisHead of Department, Chemistry

Manchester continues to be at the cutting-edge of chemistry. Research in Manchester is finding ways to create ever more complex molecular structures, is exploring the behaviour of matter in the finest detail, and is seeking to use chemistry to provide a healthy, sustainable future for us all.

Facilities& resources

£14.1 million teaching laboratories

State-of-the-art synthetic labs for project work

Dedicated NMR spectrometer for exclusive use by undergraduates

A suite of dedicated analytical instrumentation

The UG teaching labs also possess 3 HPLC instruments as well as an HPLC-MS and you will learn the fundamentals and applications of measurement and of separation science

There are 10 spectrophotometers and a suite of infra-red spectrometers for measuring solids, liquids and gases

We have open access research laboratories for Separations, EPR, NMR and Mass Spectrometry

Cutting-edge X-ray diffractometers

All students have access to the Research Computing Facility to support Teaching & Learning in computational and theoretical science.

To help you make the most of your time at the University, the Department has outstanding facilities available for our students:

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Dukula De Alwis JayasingheMChem (Hons) Chemistry with Industrial Experience

I made the best decision by choosing to study chemistry at The University of Manchester. The facilities are excellent and the staff and lecturers are really helpful, which makes me feel at home!

Learning supportPASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions)

Led by volunteer students, PASS sessions will often be based around a specific area of study. You’ll have the opportunity to consolidate and build on your existing knowledge through discussion with other students in an informal and supportive environment, where you can compare notes, analyse, ask questions and talk through ideas.

Academic advisersStudy with us and you’ll be assigned an academic adviser who is there to give advice about any academic issues throughout the duration of your course. Your adviser will be able to help you with the transition from school or college to university – and can help you get to grips with studying and learning more

Disability supportIf you have additional needs arising from a medical condition, physical or sensory disability, a specific learning disability such as dyslexia, or a mental health difficulty that affects your study, we can provide support. Contact or visit our Disability Advisory and Support Office before you apply to discuss your needs and the support available. www.manchester.ac.uk/dass

Find out more about the personal and academic support available to you throughout your studies: www.manchester.ac.uk/study/experience/student-life/university/student-support

independently. They’ll also be able to help you develop your skills in academic writing or research, or any other skills that are specific to your degree programme.

Charlotte Istance-TamblinMChem (Hons) Chemistry with Industrial Experience

You’re surrounded by academics who want to help and support you and you’re working in a place which resonates with the wonder and excitement that is chemistry.

Zaynah Atta BSc (Hons) Chemistry

Studying chemistry at The University of Manchester is like working together as a big family to reach the same goal of success, no matter who you are. Manchester will give you the support and guidance needed to excel.

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Our coursesChemistry BSc 3 years

MChem 4 years

Chemistry with Industrial Experience MChem 4 years

Chemistry with International Study MChem 4 years

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry BSc 3 years

MChem 4 years

Apply Typical offerHow to apply

www.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/applications

Please note that the course units listed in this brochure only represent a sample of the full breadth of available units for each course. Units are reviewed on an annual basis and as such may vary slightly to those advertised.

For up-to-date course information, including unit detail and entry requirements in full, visit our course finder:www.manchester.ac.uk/undergraduate

BScA-level: AAA including Chemistry andone other science or Mathematics.

IB: 36 points overall with grades of 6,6,6 in Higher Level subjects to include Chemistry and one other science or Mathematics.

MChemA-level: A*AA including Chemistry andone other science or Mathematics.

IB: 37 points overall with grades of 7,6,6 in Higher Level subjects to include Chemistry and one other science or Mathematics.

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For full details of our entry requirements: www.manchester.ac.uk/ugcourses

Which course? ChemistryDiscover how chemistry shapes our world. Study a range of themes which are supplemented by practical training in modern teaching laboratories which are very well equipped with instrumentation, and by development of transferable skills involving analytical and numerical problem solving, presentation of scientific information, and group working.

Course overviewOur degrees follow a flexible common pathway during the first two years, which allows transfer between the BSc and MChem up until the end of year two

Excellent training based on scientific and quantitative skills

Gain considerable experience in practical chemistry and laboratory work

Opportunity to specialise and study courseunits from across the Faculty and University.

Choosing your courseOur degrees in Chemistry are offered as both three-year (BSc) and four-year (MChem) courses, and follow a flexible common pathway during the first two years, which allows transfer between the two streams up until the end of year two. The master’s (MChem) course is particularly suited to students who wish to become chemistry professionals in the future, while the bachelor’s (BSc) course offers an excellent training based on scientific and quantitative skills, and can serve as the basis for a wide range of careers. In each of the first three years there are core lecture modules plus a variety of options. These are supplemented by practical training in modern teaching laboratories which are very well equipped with instrumentation, and by development of transferable skills involving analytical and numerical problem solving, presentation of scientific information, and group working. In the final (fourth) year of the MChem course, the lectures consist entirely of optional modules, allowing students to tailor this advanced year to their own interests, and the lectures are enhanced by a year-long research project.

Find out more information about our courses at:www.chemistry.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses

Industrial experience (wIE)Competition in the graduate job market has risen dramatically over the last ten years,and students are increasingly looking for waysto differentiate themselves. An excellent way to do this is by choosing an industrial placement as part of your degree course. This involves spending a year workingin industry during your third year of study. As well as the salary that you earn during your placement, you also gain practical experience that can be invaluable both in your final-year project and when competing for graduate jobs.

Read more about industrial placements:www.chemistry.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/industrial-experience

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Sample course units

> Energy and Change> Reactivity and Mechanism> Coordination Chemistry

> Organic Synthesis> Organometallic Chemistry> Integrated Spectroscopy and Separations

> Chemistry project and labs> Solid State Structures> Polymer Synthesis and Properties

In the final (fourth) year of the degree, in addition to the research project, there are optional course units, allowing students to tailor this advanced year to their own interests.

UCAS codeF109

BSc 3y

MChem 4y

F100

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Chemistry with Medicinal ChemistryMedicinal chemists contribute to the design, discovery and development of new drugs, to finding out what happens to drugs in the body, and to modifying drugs to make them more effective. Perhaps more than in any other area, medicinal chemists are able to make an impact on the lives of the wider community. Our Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry courses are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of all core aspects of chemistry, as well as a substantial grounding in the underlying principles and practice of modern medicinal chemistry.

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Sample course units

> Reactivity and Mechanism> Fundamentals of Biochemistry> Properties of Medicines

> Fundamentals of Drug Discovery> The Big Killers> Organic Synthesis

> Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry> Advanced Drug Discovery> Synthesis for Drug Discovery and Development

> Year 4 research project > Advanced design and application of medicines > Advanced Bioorganic Chemistry

Course overviewA flexible degree providing a solid foundation in all core aspects of chemistry supplemented by specialist knowledge of medicinal chemistry

In addition to traditional chemistry topics, you’ll take course units that cover biochemistry, medicines and drug discovery, and the major disease areas.

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UCAS codeF152

BSc 3y

MChem 4y

F150

Chemistry withIndustrial ExperienceStudents on this course spend a generously paid 12 months in industry after their first two years of academic work. Students find this significantly advantageous in the jobs market, where employers value their skills, experience and initiative. At least 70 companies, including most of the major chemical companies in the UK, employ students from our Industrial Experience course.

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Sample course units

> Energy and Change> Reactivity and Mechanism> Coordination Chemistry

> Organic Synthesis> Organometallic Chemistry> Integrated Spectroscopy

and Separations

You’ll spend your third year undertaking a year-long paid placement. You’ll find yourself in the role of a real employee within a company with some chemistry-related activity such as chemical synthesis, analytical chemistry, product formulation or quality control. During the placement you’ll study two core modules using distance learning material, and at the end of your placement you’ll submit a written report and make an oral presentation which will be assessed by your academic tutor and industrial placement supervisor.

In the final (fourth) year of the degree, in addition to the research project, students will take an optional course unit and some advanced third year core units, ensuring students do not miss any core chemistry.

Course overviewSpend your third year in a paid placement, with reduced tuition fees, where you’ll gain industrial skills and experience

Excellent training based on scientific and quantitative skills

Gain considerable experience in practical chemistry and laboratory work with both an academic and industrial perspective

Opportunity to specialise and study course units from across the Faculty and University.

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UCAS code F101MChem 4y

Chemistry with International StudyThis four-year degree gives you the opportunity to spend your third year studying chemistry at a partner university abroad. Our partners are located in Europe (France, Germany,Spain or Italy) or further afield (USA, Canada,Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore). During the first two years you’ll cover all the major branches of chemistry and learn how they’re interconnected. Laboratory classes in both years form an essential integrated component of your training and you’ll conduct experiments in all branches of the subject. You’ll also study your chosen language, for those students who will take up a placement in Europe.

Dr Neil DixonDirector of Internationalisation

We are a large, diverse and global Department, with more than a quarter of our current students originating from outside the UK. Our undergraduate students also have excellent opportunities to broaden their horizons with a year of international study at leading partner institutions around the world.

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Sample course units

> Energy and Change> Reactivity and Mechanism> Coordination Chemistry

> Organic Synthesis> Organometallic Chemistry > Integrated Spectroscopy and Separations

During your year you’ll follow a course that is broadly similar to that delivered to the third-year students who stay in Manchester, but you may be able to study options that may not currently be available at Manchester. The course you follow will be carefully chosen to ensure that your educational development is at the correct level. Your placement year will be fully assessed by the host university and will involve coursework, laboratory classes and examinations.

In the final (fourth) year of the degree, in addition to the research project, students will take an optional course unit and some advanced third year core units, ensuring students do not miss any core chemistry.

Course overviewSpend year 3 studying chemistry in one of ourpartner institutions in Europe or worldwide

Study in Europe requires language units to be taken in years 1 and 2.

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Stanley Myers O’MulloyMChem (Hons) Chemistry with International Study

Being taught by chemistry researchers at the forefront of their respective fields has really cultivated my passion for the subject. At Manchester, you are taught how to be a well-rounded scientist with emphasis on the relationship between practical technique and problem solving. With the opportunity to study abroad, I was also able to explore and gain a better insight into the chemistry community on an international scale.

UCAS code F104MChem 4y

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Career opportunitiesChemistry graduates from The University of Manchester :

Further study

32%Employed

59%

What our graduates do: Lead chemical analyst

Pharmacologist

Chemical engineer

Research scientist

Healthcare scientist

Toxicologist

Where our graduates work: Johnson Matthey

Shell

AstraZeneca

Unilever

NHS

AkzoNobel

SalariesUK average £23,000

UK Chemistry £22,317

UoM Chemistry £24 ,000

Further study options

Most popular qualifications Most popular course title

PhD Chemistry

PhD – 42% MSc – 11%

Most popular institution

Source: HESA, Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE)

Womenin scienceThe Department of Chemistry is committed to promoting equity and diversity in science, and to providing a family friendly working environment.

We hold an Athena SWAN Silver award in recognition of our efforts in this area, including the advancement of careers of women in science and technology.

Prof Perdita Barran Dr Louise NatrajanPerdita is the first alum of Chemistry to be a member of Faculty. She is an Analytical Physical Chemist with expertise in the development and application of Ion Mobility Mass spectrometry tobiological systems. She collaborates widely with biomedical researchers, as well as with industrial partners in instrument development and the application of mass spectrometry for therapeutic development. In 2013, Perdita was appointed Chair of Mass Spectrometry and Director of the Michael Barber Collaborative Centre for Mass Spectrometry (MBCCMS) at the University of Manchester.

The Barran research group has developed IM-MS instrumentation to investigate changes in protein conformation and aims to understand biological systems using mass spectrometry based techniques in collaboration with biologists and biomedical research groups. In 2009, in recognition of her achievements, Prof Barran was awarded the inaugural Joseph Black award by the RSC Analytical Division.

Dr Louise Natrajan is currently the Chemistry ‘Woman of Wonder’. She completed a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Nottingham before working as a postdoctoral research assistant at the CEA research centre in Grenoble, France, with Dr Marinella Mazzanti. Joining the University of Manchester in 2005 as a Leverhulme Trust funded postdoctoral researcher, Louise believes it’s the diversity of staff that makes Manchester’s Department of Chemistry so distinctive.

Louise’s current research focuses on molecules that glow in the dark. Her research designs, synthesises and tests the potential of these compounds for a variety of applications, including optical imaging in healthcare and photodynamic therapy. She also focuses on using the phenomenon of the fluorescence of uranium - which glows green under a UV light source - in order to help identify uranium contamination in the environment. In 2015 Louise was awarded the RSC Bill Newton Award for outstanding achievements in Radiochemistry.

Read about our Women of Wonder: www.se.manchester.ac.uk/people/women-of-wonder Watch the stories of some of the women in our Faculty: www.mub.eps.manchester.ac.uk/science-engineering/2017/03/06/women-of-wonder

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At Manchester you’ll find a whole host of transformational academic and extracurricular activities to help you stand out and make your mark on the world. You could even prove your abilities to potential employers by gaining a prestigious award. We call this process Stellify: to change, or be changed, into a star. Stellify offers you opportunities to develop and grow at a university leading the way in social responsibility. Here’s how.

Learn without boundaries Enjoy interdisciplinary, international and entrepreneurial study options outside your course.

Understand the issues that matter Become ethically, socially and politically informed on some of humanity’s most pressing global issues.

Make a difference Contribute to and learn from local and global communities through volunteering.

Step up and lead Gain confidence and experience by assisting and inspiring your peers.

Create your future Explore countless opportunities for professional career development.

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Make your mark with Stellify

Read Alessia’s story at:www.manchester.ac.uk/make-your-mark www.manchester.ac.uk/stellify

Alessia XuMEng Chemical Engineering with Industrial Experience

I wanted to try something completely new. Transforming unused and overgrown land into areas where fruit and vegetables can be grown gave my volunteering an environmental focus.

Volunteering is a different experience from study. For me, as a chemical engineering student, it’s enabled me to think outside my discipline, which by its nature is very technical.

Here at Manchester, volunteering is embedded in the very heart of the University’s culture – there are so many opportunities to try something new, which in turn can have such a positive impact on our communities.

ChemSoc

ChemSoc is a student-run society with the aim of giving our chemistry students the complete experience whilst at The University of Manchester. Our year begins with our infamous lab coat pub crawl and concludes with a fantastic annual ball! Inbetween we host socials alongside other societies, allowing your inner passion for your subject to come out and show everyone that chemistry is the best subject. We have two successful sports teams, football and netball, with the football team winning the league last year! Teams comprise of first years right through to PhD students, so you will be able to meet lots of new faces! Besides the social side we have reinvented our academic aspects; ChemSoc is proud to host research talks accessible to all students featuring our high level of research from Manchester.

Finally, we encourage students to think about their employability, and have worked closely with the Careers Service to run events throughout the year, such as a LinkedIn workshop.

You can find us onUoMChemSoc

UoMChemistry

uomChemistry

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Imogen Henry-Campbell ChemSoc President

You have the chance to learn so many diverse topics in chemistry and find what field interests you. Many lecturers integrate their fascinating research into the lecture courses and you can test and apply your skills through research and labs. The Department also gives you opportunities to expand your skills beyond chemistry. I would encourage everyone to take advantage of that!”

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This brochure was printed in 2019 for the purposes of the 2020 intake. It has therefore been printed in advance of course starting dates and for this reason, course information may be amended prior to you applying for a place. There are a number of reasons why changes to course information and/or published term dates may need to be made prior to you applying for a place – more details can be found on our website. Prospective students are therefore reminded that they are responsible for ensuring, prior to applying to study, that they review up-to-date course information by searching for the relevant course at:

www.manchester.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses

Further information describing the teaching, examination, assessment and other educational services offered by The University of Manchester is available at:

www.manchester.ac.uk/undergraduate

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