Your future in chemistry
Whatever your story, and wherever you’re headed next studying chemistry can help you get there. You will gain skills and knowledge that will help make a difference to the world. You could be developing life-changing medicines that save lives, innovating new products that transform the world we live in, or finding solutions for the pressures on energy, food, and water to help us become more sustainable.
CHEMISTS FIXING THE FUTURE
Analytical technician, plastics
Celine modifies the molecular structure of plastics so they can biodegrade in the natural environment
Senior science manager
Paul’s circular approach to manufacturing sugar means there is virtually zero waste and other useful products like bioethanol
Senior software developer
Aruna develops the search capability of a crystal structure database used by scientists to make new discoveries
FIND OUT ABOUT CHEMISTRY CAREERS
What jobs can I do?
You could be developing solutions to society’s biggest challenges. Discover what you can do with a chemistry qualification.
What will I earn?
A guide to chemical scientists’ salaries, based on real-life evidence. Plus find out how to learn more.
GET WORK EXPERIENCE
How to get started
Ideas about finding working experience including organisations to contact
Map of employers
Explore chemical sciences companies who may offer work experience
NOT A STUDENT? PROVIDE SUPPORT
Teachers and advisers
Activities and information to inspire and influence students
Info for employers
Information on providing work experiences for young people
WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS AT 16?
Going to university
Ideas to help you decide what and where you want to study including alternative routes.
Earn while you learn
Understand the benefits of work-based qualifications, what you could be doing as an apprentice and how to apply.