The document provides information about chemistry degree programs offered at the University of Leicester, including BSc and MChem degrees in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Chemistry with Forensic Science. The degrees involve core modules in the first two years covering topics like chemical principles and organic chemistry. Students can do a year abroad in industry or study for the MChem degrees. Practical lab work is a key part of the programs. Student reviews praise the organization, resources, and support provided by the University.

1. University of
Leicester

2. Chemistry with
Pharmaceutical
Chemistry Forensic
Chemistry
Science
BSc BSc BSc
MChem MChem MChem
• Industry • Industry • Industry
• Year Abroad • Year Abroad • Year Abroad

3. Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Research
Techniques
MChem
Degree Study Abroad
Industry
BSc
Degree
Degree change
Core Modules possible
Practical/ Research Project
Supplementary/Optional Modules

4. Year Topics Covered
1 Chemical Principles
Organic Stereochemistry & Reactivity
Coordination Chemistry
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
Organic Functional Groups
2 Molecular Spectroscopy
Colloids and Interfaces
Kinetics and Mechanism
Bi-functional Molecules
Chemistry of Rings
Organometallic Chemistry

5. Chemistry Pharmaceutical Chemistry with
Chemistry Forensic Science
Polymers Bio-analytical Chemistry Introduction to
Forensic Science
Molecules in Nature Physiology &
Pharmacology Learning Legal Skills
Industrial Chemistry
Microbiology The Criminal Justice
Chemistry in Society System
Introduction to
Environmental Biochemistry Forensic Science
Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry

6. Core Modules 6 hours per week
Tutorials 1 hour + preparation time
Workshops 1 hour
Supplementary
Modules 4 hours
Practical 4-6 hours
Problem Based
Learning
2 hours

7. Set Texts
Electronic
BlackBoard Lectures
Problem Based Multimedia
Learning Teaching
Computer Based Group Problems
Tests
Tutorials

8. Mid-Semester
Exam
Course Work
Tutorials
Posters/Essays
(1st & 2nd Year) & Presentations
End of
Semester Exam

9. 4-6 students
Problem sheet attempted before
the tutorial.
Chance to discuss course topics
with tutor.
In the 1st and 2nd year,
tutorials contribute to your
final mark for a given
module.

10. 4-6 hrs per week – 1st Year
6-10 hrs per week – 2nd year
Short and Long Experiments in all
aspects of Chemistry.
Own locker with £500 worth of
glassware!
Help on Hand:
Demonstrators
Academics
Lab Technicians

11. Organic Inorganic Physical
Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry
Biological Synthetic &
Spectroscopy
Chemistry Catalysis
Pharmaceutical Electrochemistry
Green Chemistry
Chemistry & Polymers
Synthetic & Materials Analytical &
Nanomaterials Chemistry Forensics
BSc – 11 week project Fluorine Atmospheric
MChem – 21 week project Chemistry Chemistry

12. Character building
Transferable skills
Over 20 years experience in running placements
University provides Preparation prior to and Support
throughout the year
The year away from Leicester is coordinated by the Year
Out Tutor – Dr Handa

13. What Do The Students Think
Of Their Time At Leicester?

14. Results from the recent National
Student Survey
97% of students say: “Staff are good
at explaining things”
94% of students say: “The course is
intellectually challenging”

15. Kate: MChem with a Year in Industry

16. Results from the recent National
Student Survey
96% of students say: “The course is
well organised and is run smoothly”
97% of students say: “The library
resources and services are good
enough for my needs”

17. Raissa: MChem Chemistry

18. Results from the recent National
Student Survey
97% of students say: “Overall, I am
satisfied with the quality of the
course”

19. Mussa: MChem Pharmaceutical
Chemistry with a Year in Industry

20. http://studentblogs.le.ac.uk/

21. Want to know more about studying
Chemistry at Leicester?
Come to an Open Day and see what
Leicester has to offer – you will be
surprised!