BSc (Hons) in Chemistry

Chemistry is considered as the "central" science because it interconnects many other sciences. Chemistry seeks to understand the nature of matter in terms of atoms and molecules and the changes it undergoes.

The mission of the Department of Chemistry is to provide students with the appropriate level of modern and comprehensive chemical education required for life and work in our technologically advanced society. The Department offers a three year full time BSc (Hons) Chemistry programme, suitable for a wide range of career goals, both industrial and academic.

The modules offered at undergraduate level emphasises the fundamental principles of chemistry while developing experimental skills. The aims are to train students in developing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills and to enable them to tackle problems in the real world using their chemical knowledge. In an attempt to bring more applied knowledge to this programme, the Department of Chemistry offers a number of electives in polymer chemistry, environmental chemistry, computational chemistry, industrial chemistry, quality control and forensic science.

The Department encourages a variety of research interests in a broad spectrum of the chemical field addressing both pure and applied chemistry aiming at advancing the frontiers of knowledge and solving issues of national importance. It offers MPhil/PhD programmes in these areas and also encourages student involvement in research projects.