A chemistry qualification opens the door to a wide range of careers options, both in and out of the lab
You could help develop a life-saving vaccine. Or invent a new way to cut air pollution. Or create a new type of biodegradable plastic. Chemical scientists all over the world are working on climate change, human health, sustainable energy…issues that impact us all. What do you care most about?
You will be part of an estimated 275,000-strong workforce (2019) and contribute an enormous £87 billion to UK GDP (2019). Want to find out more?
Jobs, sectors and locations of chemistry-using professionals in 2019 (pdf 660kb)
Chemical scientists sparking change: video profiles from industry, research, business and education.
A collection of short videos showcasing careers in chemical science that challenge current thinking.
Be inspired and informed by our videos profiling people whose chemistry careers are changing people’s lives.
Video snapshots of real-life chemical scientists who are using their skills to help improve how industry runs.
Chemical scientists with their eye on the bigger picture: meet those who work to relieve the increasing pressures on the world’s resources.