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CHEMISTRYUNDERGRADUATE DEGREES 2016

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CHEMISTRYUNDERGRADUATE DEGREES 2016

03 Welcome04 Flexible degrees06 Our entry requirements08 Our degree courses12 Our School14 Supporting your learning16 Industrial placements17 Study abroad

18 Successful careers20 Why chemistry at Leeds24 A typical week25 International students26 Accommodation26 Fees and scholarships27 Visit the School 27 Contact us

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The information contained in this brochure is accurate at the date ofpublication. However, courses, University services and the content of thisbrochure remain subject to change. Changes may be necessary to complywith the requirements of accrediting bodies or to keep coursescontemporary through updating practices or areas of study.Circumstances may arise outside the reasonable control of the University,leading to required changes. Such circumstances include, industrialaction, unexpected student numbers, significant staff illness (where acourse is reliant upon a person’s expertise), unexpected lack of funding,severe weather, fire, civil disorder, political unrest, government restrictionsand serious concern with regard to the transmission of serious illness

making a course unsafe to deliver. After a student has taken up a placewith the University, the University will look to give early notification of anychanges and try to minimise their impact, offering suitable alternativearrangements or forms of compensation where it believes there is a faircase to do so. Offers of a place to study at the University will provide up todate information on courses. The latest key information on courses can befound at www.leeds.ac.uk/coursefinder. Please check this website beforemaking any decisions. The University’s contract with its students(following an acceptance by a student of any offer of a place) does notconfer third-party benefits for the purposes of the Contract (Rights of ThirdParties) Act 1999.

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You can choose from a range of different degree programmes ineither 3-year (BSc) or 4-year (Integrated Masters) format. The degreeprogrammes range from our general Chemistry course to the morespecialised Medicinal Chemistry or Chemistry and Mathematics.

Within each programme there are also choices at the module levelenabling you to focus your studies on the areas of chemistry that interestyou most. Of course, choosing the correct degree option is a difficultenough choice and so we let you make key decisions after you arrive. The first year of study is common to all of our single honours degreeprogrammes and so you have the flexibility to change your preciseprogramme of study after you have studied the topics in more detail andfound out what really interests you. The School is ranked 4th in the UKfor its research impact meaning that every day you will be guidedthrough the world of chemistry by scientists who have an internationalreputation for their subject knowledge.

WE KNOW THAT CHOOSING A DEGREE COURSE IS ONE OF THE BIGGESTDECISIONS YOU WILL MAKE WHICH IS WHY AT LEEDS WE MAKE SURE THATOUR COURSES ARE FLEXIBLE SO THAT YOU CAN TAILOR YOUR DEGREE ANDPURSUE THE AREAS OF SCIENCE THAT MOST EXCITE YOU.

WELCOMETO THE SCHOOL OF

CHEMISTRY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

Every day you will beguided through the worldof chemistry by scientistswho have an internationalreputation for theirsubject knowledge

As a student of chemistry it will be you whodefines the next big advances in the subject

Chemistry is one of the broadest and most intriguing of all thesciences. Leeds’ researchers are involved in the development of newmedicines to help combat diseases such as cancer and multidrugresistant bacteria. We are developing new catalysts to makereactions work more efficiently and new materials that appear indevices all around the home. It is chemists who really understandhow the atmosphere works and give us the knowledge which helpsus predict changes to the climate. From the nanometer scale ofquantum mechanics to the light years of evolution and interstellarreactions, chemistry has shaped and continues to shape our lives.Where next? As a student of chemistry it will be you who defines thenext big advances in the subject.

We look forward to joining you on this exciting journey.

FLEXIBLE DEGREES


OUR FLEXIBLE HONOURS DEGREES GIVE YOU THEOPPORTUNITY TO FOCUS YOUR STUDIES ON THEAREAS THAT INTEREST YOU MOST AND REALLYHELP MAKE YOUR DEGREE WORK FOR YOU.

FLEXIBLE DEGREES

IF YOU ARE NOT SURE YET WHETHER BSC ORINTEGRATED MASTERS IS RIGHT FOR YOU THEN DON’TWORRY, YOU CAN CHANGE BETWEEN THE THREE AND FOUR

YEAR SINGLE HONOURS PROGRAMMES UP UNTIL THEEND OF YOUR SECOND YEAR.


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MODULAR STRUCTUREOur degree programmes have amodular structure. Each year you willstudy courses worth a total of 120credits made up of a variety ofcompulsory and optional modules.Each module is worth either 10, 20 or30 credits (10 credits is equal to 100hours of work). During years 1 and 2,you will study core material covering thebasic elements of organic, inorganic,physical and analytical chemistry.Your third year of study can include anindividual literature project and, if youchoose to take your studies to a fourthyear, you will perform a practicalresearch project spanning bothsemesters for up to three days a week.

As you progressthrough your course,you will be offered a wide range of opportunities, includingindustrial and overseasplacements.

FLEXIBILITY TO MAKE YOUR DEGREE WORK FOR YOUAs well as our three-year BSc degree programmes, we also offer four-yearMChem Integrated Masters programmes which provide graduates with thedual award of a BSc and MChem qualification. Regardless of whichprogramme of study you choose, all our courses are designed to support youin really reaching your full potential and ensuring you have the best possibleskill set when you leave university to take on your future career.

OUR MCHEM PROGRAMMESOur MChem programmes are accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistryand are in line with the requirements of the European HE Area Framework forqualifications. This means that when you graduate you will be well preparedfor the job market with a qualification that is recognised internationally.

One of the key features of these programmes is the individual practicalresearch project, which forms a major part of your final year of study. It isyour opportunity to carry out a brand new project, supervised by a leadingacademic, in an area of chemistry of your choice. The quality of the work isso high, that a number of our final year research projects are published inpeer reviewed journals every year. Many of our students find this the mostexciting and rewarding part of their degree.

BSC PROGRAMMESOur BSc programmes are designed for those who may not wish to pursue a career in chemical research but want to use their chemical andtechnological knowledge in a diverse range of other careers. They give anincreased emphasis to the development of your transferable skills, such as giving presentations and scientific writing, along with insights into the link between chemistry and business. If you are not yet sure whether BSc or MChem is right for you then don’t worry, you can change between the three and four year single honours programmes up until the end of yoursecond year.


OUR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

OUR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS RANGE FROMAAA TO ABB AT A-LEVEL AND CHEMISTRYMUST BE ONE OF THESE SUBJECTS.

OUR ENTRY REQUIREMENTS


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QUALIFICATIONS

Each of our programmes has specific A-level entry requirements thatare shown on the individual coursepages. We do not accept A-levels in General Studies or CriticalThinking. You must also haveGCSE English at grade C and Mathsat grade B or above (or equivalent).

We accept a variety of alternative qualifications, including the InternationalBaccalaureate, and our admissions staffare familiar with a wide range of UK andinternational qualifications. If you haveany questions about your qualifications oreligibility to apply we will be happy to help.

Please contact us on +44 (0)113 343 6440or email [email protected]

INTERVIEWS

For applicants who are based in the UK,we are unable to make offers without interview. Suitably qualified applicantswill be invited to attend a UCAS visit day,which will include an interview with anacademic member of staff. Importantlythis visit not only lets us meet you butalso enables you to see what student lifeis like at Leeds. You will have theopportunity to meet some of ourundergraduate students and have a tour of the School and campus.

ACCESS TO LEEDS

The University of Leeds recognises thatnot all applicants are able todemonstrate their talents and potentialas readily as others through gradesalone. Access to Leeds is an alternativeadmissions scheme which gives specialconsideration to students who have thepotential to excel at the University butwhose personal circumstances mayaffect their ability to succeed in pre-university examinations.

For more details visitwww.leeds.ac.uk/A2L

DEFERRED ENTRYWe are happy to receive applicationsfrom students who have taken or areplanning to take a gap year.

APPLYING TO LEEDSPlease make your applicationthrough the Universities andColleges Admissions Service(UCAS) online atwww.ucas.ac.uk

ENGLISH LANGUAGE QUALIFICATIONS

If your first language is not English, you willalso need to provide us with evidence of anEnglish language qualification, such as:– IELTS: 6.0 overall with no less than5.5 in any one component, or – GCSE English(Grade C or above).

OUR DEGREE COURSES

This is our most popular course and istaken by approximately 70% of ourstudents. The course gives a wide rangingview of all aspects of chemistry andprepares you for a career in any area of thesubject. During the first year you will learnthe fundamental principles that underpinchemistry. In your second, third and fourthyears (Integrated Masters only) you willbuild upon these initial foundations andcover a wide range of different aspects of chemistry.

In physical chemistry lectures you will learn todescribe how molecules are held together, usingthe concepts of quantum mechanics. Energy isfundamental to all chemical processes and youwill discover how the energy profiles of reactionscontrol the thermodynamics and kinetics ofchemical transformations.

Inorganic chemistry lets you explore the reactivityof metals and discover how the subtle differencein the electronics of the different metals enablesthem to form a wide variety of different complexes,which have different shapes and properties.

The organic chemistry component of the coursewill give you an in depth understanding of organictransformations and reaction mechanisms andalso explain how modern analytical techniquessuch as NMR can be used to elucidate thestructure of molecules.

All these theoretical courses are backed up byextensive practical sessions in the laboratory, soyou actually get to perform experiments thatreinforce the material taught to you in the lectures.In addition, small tutorial groups are used tosupport the teaching so you receive regularfeedback from the academic staff helping yousolve any problems that you might have with aparticular topic.

As you advance through the course you can selectprecisely which modules you study to let youexplore advanced topics in more detail. Taughtmodules and masters’ projects are offered in ourkey research areas:

• Atmospheric and Planetary Chemistry (APC)

• Chemical Biology and Medicinal Chemistry(CBMC)

• Colour and Polymer Science (CPS)

• Computational Chemistry and Chemical Physics(CCCP)

• Crystallisation and Directed Assembly (CDA)

• Process Research and Development (PRD)

If you decide to take the MChem option you willundertake a major research project in your final year.Working with experienced scientists and supported bymillions of pounds worth of specialist equipment, youwill have the opportunity to discover new chemistry anddefine new concepts for science.


CHEMISTRY (F100 /F103)

OUR DEGREE COURSES

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (MUST INCLUDEA-LEVEL CHEMISTRY):MCHEM CHEMISTRY (F103) A-LEVELS AAB BSC CHEMISTRY (F100) A-LEVELS ABB

Medicinal Chemistry can be studied in three yearsleading to a BSc or in four years leading to the award ofan MChem, BSc – an Integrated Masters degree.

Both the Chemistry and Medicinal Chemistry courses start with a common first year meaning you don’t need to make your finalcourse decision until you have experienced the different parts of chemistry in more detail.

Without medicinal chemists, life as we know it would beimpossible. Modern medicines give us pain relief, curebacterial infections and fight viruses and cancer. Withoutthe arsenal of drugs at their disposal doctors would beunable to cure many common diseases. It is the ability ofmedicinal chemists to have a positive impact on the healthand well-being of millions of people worldwide thatmotivates many of our students on this course. The basicprogramme structure shares much with the standardChemistry course but here you will focus your study more on the organic elements of chemistry with an enhancedlevel of teaching on drug synthesis, pharmacology and howdrugs work in biological systems.

The design and synthesis of modern medicines requires a broad understanding of how molecules bind to theirbiological targets and how drugs interact in the body. The course gives you a detailed understanding of thebiomolecular mode of action of drugs, how they aremetabolised and what interactions can cause side-effects.

In your second year you will learn about the fundamentalconcepts employed in drug design learning how tounderstand structure-activity relationships. You will alsobuild knowledge of how key targets for medicinal chemistryintervention such as G-protein coupled receptors function in the body. In your third year you will learn how drugs aremetabolised and analyse strategies used in the developmentof drugs in key therapeutic areas such as the treatment ofcancer and bacterial infection.

In the final year of the MChem course in your researchproject you will have the opportunity to work withinterdisciplinary groups at Leeds containing medics andbiologists and chemists who collaborate to design andidentify therapeutic strategies of the future. At the sametime your courses will bring you up-to-date with the

Without medicinalchemists, life as weknow it would beimpossible. Modern medicinesgive us pain relief,cure bacterialinfections and fightviruses and cancer.Without the arsenalof drugs at theirdisposal doctorswould be unable to cure many common diseases.

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MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY (F150 /F153)


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (MUST INCLUDE A-LEVEL CHEMISTRY):MCHEM MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY (F153) A-LEVELS AABBSC MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY (F150) A-LEVELS ABB

state-of-the-art in medicinal chemistrysuch as the use of antibody therapies andthe targeting of protein-protein interactions.

The course is run in close collaborationwith scientists from the pharmaceuticalindustry who help give you insight intothe techniques used in industry on a day-to-day basis.

BOTH OF THE MCHEMPROGRAMMES GIVE YOU THEOPPORTUNITY TOSPEND THE THIRDYEAR OF YOUR FOUR-YEAR DEGREEWORKING ININDUSTRY. WITH THEMCHEM CHEMISTRYPROGRAMME YOUWILL ALSO HAVE THE ALTERNATIVE OFSTUDYING ABROADFOR A YEAR.

OUR DEGREE COURSES

CHEMISTRY AND MATHEMATICS (FG11)

BSC CHEMISTRY AND MATHEMATICS (FG11)A-LEVELS AAA, INCLUDING MATHEMATICS,AND CHEMISTRY.

The joint honours Chemistry and Mathematics degree allows youto study both chemistry and mathematics side by side to BSc leveland provides the opportunity to create a tailored programmearound your particular interests. In all three years you will studymodules taught in the Schools of Chemistry and Mathematicsgiving you a solid grounding in both disciplines.

Certain areas of chemistry, particularly in the physical side of the subjectcan be quite closely linked with mathematics, and graduates skilled inadvanced mathematical and chemistry skills are in a unique position to beable to use this combined knowledge to solve scientific problems.

This combination of high-level skills gives Chemistry and Mathematicsgraduates a superb basis for a career in research in both areas. It is equallypossible to combine an interest in mathematics with an interest in moreapplied areas of chemistry and study synthetic aspects of chemistry to thehighest level.

As a joint honours student you will be studying alongside single honourschemists and mathematicians learning about the same concepts and reaching the same level of knowledge as them. You will take practicalclasses with other Chemistry students and will feel fully integrated into theday-to-day activities in both departments.

Many of our Chemistry and Mathematics students choose the subject combination as they love exploring the chemical world from a mathematicalperspective and developing the skills to use new mathematical conceptsalongside advanced theoretical applications in science. This structuremeans that the knowledge and skills from both subjects are integrated fromday one of your degree.

In your mathematics studies, core modules in linear algebra and calculuscan be accompanied by a wide number of optional modules, which allowyou to study any part of the field. This could lead you to such diverse areasas Cosmology and Graph Theory.

In chemistry it is normal for you to choose one or two out of the three majorareas (organic, inorganic or physical chemistry) to specialise in; you will beguided in your choice to ensure flexibility in options in the latter stages ofthe course when you will also be able to choose from a range of subjectsthat span these divisions.

The course is also constructed sothat you can insert an optionalyear spent working in industry or studying at a university overseasbetween your second and thirdyear, turning your degree into a 4-year programme.



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IN ADDITION TO OURSINGLE HONOURSCOURSES WE ALSOOFFER A JOINT HONOURSPROGRAMME INCHEMISTRY ANDMATHEMATICS.THIS IS A THREE YEARBSC COURSE AND HAS A FIRST YEAROF STUDY WHICH ISINDEPENDENT OF THEOTHER PROGRAMMES.

OUR SCHOOL

In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) theSchool of Chemistry was confirmed as one of the topChemistry Departments in the UK, being ranked 4th for theimpact of its research, helping to position the University ofLeeds as one of the top research universities in the UK.

As one of the premier universities in the country we understandwhat it takes for our students to reach their potential. Chemistry isa living subject with new discoveries being made every day. All thestaff who teach you are experts in their field which means that ourcourses reflect the current thinking in the subject.


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DISABLED STUDENTS' ASSESSMENTAND SUPPORTWe have a range of support available fordisabled students, including several DisabilityCo-ordinators who help arrange reasonableadjustments for students. If you will needsupport during your time with us, contact theDisability Team during the summer before youarrive (or earlier, if possible) so that we canassess your needs and work out the best way of providing support.

For more information visitwww.equality.leeds.ac.ukor contactTel: +44 (0)113 343 3927(calls in a RNID typetalk are welcome)Textphone: +44 (0)113 343 2616Email: [email protected]

The School’s pastoral care team are thereto welcome and support you throughoutyour studies. You are assigned a personaltutor, who takes care of your academic and personal development throughout thecourse. The University also has a widerange of student support services and astudent advice centre within the University

Union. As well as formal arrangements forstudent support the School’s very friendly atmosphere provides plenty of opportunitiesfor students and staff to mix on an informalbasis. This is helped along by the student society ‘ChemSoc’ which regularly organises social events for the School.

In the latest ResearchExcellence Framework(REF) the School ofChemistry wasconfirmed as one ofthe top chemistrydepartments in theUK, being ranked 4thfor the impact of itsresearch, helping toposition the University of Leeds as one of the top research universities in the UK.

ACADEMIC FACILITIESAll our teaching takes place in outstanding facilities to make sure that you experiencethe widest range of different teaching methods and practical techniques. Our £13M refurbishment of all of our research and teaching laboratories has resulted in theSchool having some of the best laboratories in the country. Teaching and research are supported by the following state-of-the-art facilities and equipment:

n Multiple high specification NMR and mass spectrometersn Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis facilitiesn Femtosecond and nanosecond laser spectroscopyn Single molecule fluorescence microscopyn High pressure supercritical CO2 reaction facilitiesn Atmospheric simulation chambersn Robotic liquid handling and automated synthesis apparatusn High throughput screening facilityn Time-resolved and static FTIRn Class II microbiological suite

The combination of our high quality facilities and inspirational and friendly staff meansthat we make sure that every student leaves the School after an exceptional learningexperience with a degree that is internationally recognised as a mark of excellence.

STUDENT CARE

AS ONE OF THE PREMIER UNIVERSITIES INTHE COUNTRYWE UNDERSTAND WHAT ITTAKES FOR OUR STUDENTS TO REACHTHEIR POTENTIAL.

SUPPORTING YOUR LEARNING


SUPPORTING YOUR LEARNING

LECTURESYou will learn by listening to a lecturer, who will probablyuse either PowerPoint slides or white boards. You will beexpected to take notes and there may be hand-outs(often available on the web for you to download).

Technology is offering new ways to enhance your learningand the University is at the forefront of thesedevelopments. Lecture capture is installed across thecampus, recording your lectures so you can review themlater. Videos of your lectures typically go online on thesame day so it is a great way to go over tricky topics againto make sure you understand. Our students also tell us itis great to be able to replay key lectures when they arerevising for exams. You will typically be in a group of up to200 students and you will have between eight and tenhours of lectures a week.

TUTORIALSThese usually complement a lecture, and comprise ofdiscussions between groups of students (typically five toseven) and a lecturer. The tutor will lead the discussionor work through example sheets and the students willinteract both with each other and the lecturer. It is also an excellent opportunity to ask questions and make surethat you understand the material that is given in lectures.

WORKSHOPS AND EXAMPLE CLASSESThese take place in larger groups of students (20-100) in which you often work in small groups to practiseproblems associated with the course. Lecturers areavailable to help with any questions you may have.These are an excellent way for helping prepare you for examinations.

PRACTICALSPerforming practical work is at the very heart of chemistry and our students tell us that they reallyenjoy the atmosphere we have in our laboratories. Weprovide some of the most pre-eminent undergraduateteaching laboratories in the UK. This, combined with acomprehensive range of experiments and supported bystaff and demonstrators to assist you in your practicalwork when needed, means you will have every

When you choose Leeds you will benefit from a wide range of teaching methods, which, together with thecontinuous support of our teaching staff, enable you to effectively apply your knowledge through a series of exams, coursework and continuous assessment. This means that you graduate with the correct mix ofknowledge and transferable skills for a successful future career, whatever you choose to do.

opportunity to fully develop your practical skills andscientific methodology. You will spend more time in the labthan you would on many other similar courses around thecountry, on average nine hours a week, meaning that youget to really hone your practical skills.

INDEPENDENT STUDYAll of our courses involve an element of independent study.Backed up by the excellent study facilities available oncampus, you will develop your critical thinking andresearch skills whilst learning how to manage your timeeffectively. All of these skills will be invaluable to you as youenter the workplace after graduation.

PERSONAL TUTORSEvery student is assigned a personal tutor who is there to assist you in your studies. They will advise you about your module choices and opportunitiesfor personal development, discuss your progress with you (e.g. examresults), help you if you have any problems, write references for you andare generally there to make sure you make the most of your time with us.

Every student is assigned a personal tutorwho is there to assist you in your studies.

WHEN YOU CHOOSE LEEDS YOU WILL BENEFIT FROM THE FOLLOWING TEACHING METHODS:



“LABS ARE THE PLACE WHERE I’VE MADETHE MOST FRIENDS ON MY COURSE. WEWILL HELP EACH OTHER OUT, IT’SQUITE A SOCIABLE ATMOSPHERE ANDWE CAN HAVE FUN WHILST WORKING.9 HOURS A WEEK IN THE LAB MAYSEEM LIKE A LOT, BUT THE TIME FLIESWHEN YOU’RE IN THERE.”

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INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS

Industrial placements are available on all of our Integrated MChem programmes,with students working across a range of pharmaceutical, oil, fine chemical, colour,polymer and other chemistry-related industries. Students of the joint honoursChemistry and Mathematics course can also spend a year in industry as part oftheir BSc studies. In recent years students went to work at a range of prestigiouscompanies, including:

INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTSCAN BENEFIT YOU BY:n Providing valuable experience

in the corporate environmentn Enhancing and developing your

wider career skillsn Putting your academic learning

into context


n AkzoNobeln AstraZenecan Sealed Air (Netherlands)n GlaxoSmithKlinen Unilevern Proctor and Gamble

n Lubrizoln Novartis (Singapore)n Reckitt Benckisern Roche (Basel)n Sellafield Ltdn Infineum

“BY DOING AN INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENT I WAS ABLE TO SEE HOW CHEMISTRY ISAPPLIED AND WORKS IN REAL LIFE SITUATIONS WHILST IMPROVING MYPRACTICAL SKILLS. BEING BASED IN SWITZERLAND I WAS ALSO ABLE TOEXPERIENCE A NEW COUNTRY AND CULTURE.”

WILLIAM NYEINDUSTRIAL PLACEMENT STUDENT AT ROCHE

INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS

HOW DOES IT WORK?You transfer onto a four-year ‘industrial’version of your degree and spend yourthird year working full-time, returning to us for the fourth year. During your year inindustry you have an industrial supervisorfrom within the company, plus anacademic supervisor who will keep intouch. When you are out on placementyou are still a Leeds’ student but as you do not use many of the University facilities you pay a significantly reducedfee for the year.

If you are not sure right now whether ornot an industrial placement is right for you,don’t worry, you will not have to give us a firm answer until the beginning of your second year.

For more information visitwww.chem.leeds.ac.uk/industrial

The ‘Year in Industry’ scheme provides you with the opportunity to experience full-time work and earn a full salary before you graduate. Employers actively seek graduates who already have work experience andit can make all the difference in interviews. The extra experience will boost your self-confidence, not only inyour chosen subject area, but in the marketplace generally.

SPENDING A YEAR LIVING AND STUDYING IN ANOTHER COUNTRY IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE.

Unlike the passing tourist, you have the chance to totally immerseyourself in another culture. You will gain unforgettable experiencesand memories that you will draw upon in your working andpersonal life for years to come. Furthermore, the proven ability tolive and work in an international context is another asset thatemployers actively seek. On the Chemistry (F103) course, a studyabroad opportunity is available as part of the four-year MChemprogramme, where you will have the opportunity to spend the thirdyear of your four year course at a host institution overseas.

Students of the joint honours Chemistry and Mathematics coursecan also spend a year abroad as part of their BSc studies.

While overseas, students also pay a significantly reduced fee forthe year to encourage the exchange of ideas between Leeds andits partner institutions.

The School of Chemistry has exchange links with universities in a range of countries including:n Australia (Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Newcastle, Perth)n Canada (McMaster, Toronto, McGill, Montreal, Alberta)n France (Lille, Marseille, Toulouse)n Germany (Regensburg)n Hungary (Budapest)n Spain (Valencia, Santiago de Compostela)n Singaporen USA (Georgia Tech, Penn State, University of California

e.g. Berkeley)

“HAVING EXPERIENCEDWHAT A STUDY ABROADYEAR IN AUSTRALIA HASTO OFFER, I COULD NOTRECOMMEND IT MORE.WHATEVER COUNTRY,WHETHER IT BE CLOSE TOHOME OR ON THE OTHERSIDE OF THE WORLD, THEABILITY TO ADAPT TO ANEW LIFE STYLE ANDCULTURE AND GAININDEPENDENCE AREINVALUABLE SKILLS.”


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STUDY ABROAD

STUDYING ABROAD CAN BENEFIT YOU BY:n Giving you an experience of living in a

different social and cultural environmentn Helping you improve your language skills

(depending on study destination)n Building up your self-confidence and

independence

n Broadening your horizonsn Helping with your self-discoveryMore detailed information about theyear abroad scheme and how it functionsis available online fromwww.chem.leeds.ac.uk/abroad

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SUCCESSFUL CAREERS


I NEVER THOUGHT THAT CHEMISTRYWOULD LEAD ME HERE...

Many of our graduates have been surprised where a degree in chemistry has led them; they have been successful in many differentcareers throughout the world. They have discovered that taking achemistry degree doesn’t necessarily mean working in a laboratory.Carrying out research into new materials, investigating processes orhelping to create new products can be very challenging andrewarding but the practical knowledge and problem-solving skills yougain as a chemist can also be used to improve manufacturingefficiency, provide technical support, guide legislation or develop thecommercial success of a company. As a chemistry graduate, youmay also wish to consider sharing your knowledge and helpingothers to learn through teaching or lecturing. Whether you want apractical, hands-on career working in the lab, a managerial role or todevelop professional skills in areas such as patent law or journalism,the career choices you will have with a chemistry degree are endlessand cover a huge range of employment sectors, including:

n Agriculturen Chemical manufacturen Cosmetics and personal caren Educationn Environmental consultancyn Food and drinkn Government agenciesn Oil and gasn Pharmaceuticals and fine chemicalsn Paint and surface coatingsn Plastics and polymersn Textilesn Water

“MY TRAINING AT LEEDS HAS PROVEDINVALUABLE IN MY CURRENT ROLE. THEPRACTICAL AND THEORETICAL SKILLS GAINED ARECRUCIAL TO MY ROLE ON A DAILY BASIS.ADDITIONAL TRAINING SUCH AS PRESENTATIONSKILLS HAS PROVED TO BE VERY USEFUL.”

MARK SLATER SENIOR RESEARCH CHEMIST FOR SYNGENTA

“THE HIGHLIGHT OF MY CAREER SO FARHAS BEEN DEVELOPING A PASSION FORCHEMISTRY IN MY PUPILS. IT’S GREATTHAT I CAN USE THE KNOWLEDGE I GAINEDFROM MY STUDIES TO ENCOURAGE OTHERSIN THE SUBJECT.”

TOM GRAVESTOCKCHEMISTRY TEACHER

CAREERS ADVICEWhen you are ready to start thinking about your career,the University is very much on hand to help you inyour decision making. Expert advice is available at the University Careers Centre throughout your time at Leeds.

At the Centre you can access expert support, facilitiesand resources all-year-round. For the students who areinterested in enterprise, the Centre can also assist youin starting your own business through the EnterpriseScholars scheme. It can help you with business,training and transport costs, introduce you to businessand university mentors, provide incubation space foryour business and help you to develop your networks.

For further information on careers advice at Leedsplease visit

www.careerweb.leeds.ac.uk/

SUCCESSFUL CAREERSOur current students enjoy theSchool’s friendly atmosphereand helpful staff. Thissupportive environment helpsensure that your universityexperience is exceptional,giving you the opportunity to reach your full potential.



OUR GRADUATES ENJOY SUCCESSFULCAREERS IN A WIDE RANGE OF ROLES FROMMEDICINAL AND ANALYTICAL CHEMISTSTO TECHNOLOGISTS, JOURNALISTS ANDACCOUNTANTS. BELOW, SOME OF OURGRADUATES EXPLAIN HOW A CHEMISTRYDEGREE FROM LEEDS HAS HELPED THEMIN THEIR SUCCESSFUL CAREERS.

THE SUCCESS OF LEEDS’CHEMISTRY GRADUATES

Alex Ashall Kelly graduated in 2010 with an MChem in Medicinal Chemistry.He is now working for Novartis in drug discovery.

“Finding a job initially was pretty difficult but I am now working for Novartis inLondon. I was lucky that I had such a good degree to fall back on. I’m workingin drug discovery, which is fantastic and exactly what I want to do; In terms ofindustry, the research project was probably the most valuable part of my degree,I would say. You have to think on your feet during your project and investigatewhy things have worked and why they haven’t and I think that it’s reallyimportant to have that experience.”

Laura Daubney finished her MChem in Chemistry with AnalyticalChemistry in 2013 and went on to work in the nuclear industry with thenuclear graduate programme.

“After graduating I got a place on the nucleargraduates programme; a two yearprogramme where you are sponsored by a company within the nuclear industry.The nuclear industry is a really exciting place to be at the moment with newbuild on the way and a number of the decommissioning challenges still to face!There are a number of different opportunities for chemists from hands on labwork to project management.

Emily Wix graduated with a Bsc Chemistry in 2012 before going onto complete a PGCE at the University. She nowworks as a regulatory Assistant.

“Regulatory affairs involves ensuring products (pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices) are appropriately licensed andmeet the required legalisation to control the safety and effectiveness of products. It involves many areas including strategy,product innovation and product safety to name a few. The job allows me to develop my legal and business knowledge whilstbeing able to apply my scientific knowledge. It’s a profession that enables you to manage and be responsible for projects andalso offers good career progression.”

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WHY CHEMISTRY AT LEEDS?

WHY CHEMISTRY ATLEEDS?OUR STUDENTS TELL US THAT THEY CHOSETHE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS BECAUSE...

THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDSLeeds has an international reputation and is amember of the prestigious Russell Group ofresearch-based universities, making it one of themost popular universities in the UK.

Degrees from Leeds are recognised by employersand universities globally. The University of Leedsis situated on a single campus only ten minutewalk away from the vibrant and bustling citycentre of Leeds giving you the best of bothcampus and city centre life. On campus you willfind everything you will need to enjoy student lifeboth academically and socially.


They were impressed with the community feelof its campus and they liked the fact it was inLeeds city centre, with all that Leeds had tooffer on their doorstep.

A DEDICATED ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORMOur web-based Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) gives you instant access to a wide range oflearning resources including reading lists, past examination papers, skills guides and assessmentguidelines. Through the VLE you can play back video recordings of your lectures which are madeavailable through the lecture capture system at the University as well as downloading lecture notesand checking your progress through online tests. Together these resources let you constantly reviewyour learning using a range of different resources so you can reach your full potential.

LIBRARIESThe main campus is currently home to three libraries, each providing a variety of different workingenvironments to suit your needs, with flexible group study areas as well as quiet individual study space. Theyall feature IT clusters (computer rooms) as well as access to the University’s wireless network for work onyour own laptop. As part of the University’s continuous improvement programme a brand new, state-of-the-art, fourth library, will also open in 2015. The Laidlaw Library will become a new focus for undergraduate lifeon campus, providing inspiring study spaces and the high-end technology needed by 21st century students.Find out more about the new library here http://library.leeds.ac.uk/new-undergraduate-library

SUPPORT FROM ACADEMIC STAFFWhen you arrive you will be assigned a team of tutors who are experts in theirfield and who are there to help you with your studies and will guide youthroughout your degree. You are also encouraged to contact your lecturersand tutors if you have any questions about the material they have taught you.You can easily visit your lecturers in their offices or contact them via email.

THE SCHOOL OF CHEMISTRYIf you choose to study chemistry you will spend the majority of your time in the School of Chemistrybuilding where most of your teaching will take place. The School has numerous computer clusters, twolaboratories dedicated to undergraduate teaching plus numerous research laboratories, lecture theatresand a common room. The School of Chemistry is home to all of our students, researchers and academicstaff meaning there is a real sense of community amongst chemists at Leeds and everybody soonbecomes familiar with each other making it easier to take advantage of the support available.


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“THE CHEMISTRY BUILDING HAS NUMEROUSCOMPUTER CLUSTERS AND COMMONROOMS SO YOU CAN QUICKLY MAKEFRIENDS AS YOU ARE ALWAYS BUMPINGINTO PEOPLE. THIS MAKES CHEMISTRYAT LEEDS A VERY SOCIAL COURSE.”

PEER MENTORSPeer mentors will help you when you first arrive at university and throughoutyour first year. You will be arranged into groups of approximately 10 students,with two peer mentors per group.

The mentors are students who are on your course, but are in years 2 or 3 ofthe programme. Their initial role is to help you to get used to the Universityand also life as a student in Leeds. You will meet your group duringInduction Week for a social activity. They will take you for a tour of thecampus, and perhaps the city and introduce you to your personal tutor.Please feel free to ask your mentor anything you like about university life!

PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PACKAGEWhen you join us, we consider you a professional-in-training. With this in mind we offer a ProfessionalScholarship Package to all our incoming students.The package is designed to help support your skillstraining in practical chemistry and includes

n The four core text books recommended for thestudy of your course

n Laboratory note-books and manualsn Laboratory coat and safety spectaclesn Level 1 Progress File

RESEARCH INTERNSHIPSYou can choose to take advantage of the longuniversity vacations to gain more researchexperience, build your practical skills and enhanceyour CV. One opportunity is to apply for a researchinternship in the School of Chemistry over thesummer. During an internship you will spend up toeight weeks working alongside academic staff in oneof our research groups and work on a real researchproject currently being undertaken by the School.

AYANNA LINDSAY-CROSTHWAIT,BSc CHEMISTRY

LABORATORY SUPPORTWhen you first arrive at university you will be given a lab manual which detailsall your upcoming experiments and helps you be prepared for your practicalsessions. Within laboratory sessions you work on your experimentindependently which helps you build your practical skills and confidence.There are PhD students in every session acting as demonstrators andexperienced laboratory staff who you can ask for help and guidance if andwhen you need it.


WHY CHEMISTRY AT LEEDS?

KRISTINA PARASCHIVBSc MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY

"I CAN’T TELL YOU HOW HAPPYI AM FOR DECIDING TO STUDYIN THE UK. THE CITY OF LEEDSIS SUPERB, THE SHOPPING ISAMAZING AND NOTHING BEATSA CUP OF TEA ON A RAINY DAYAT THE UNION. THE UNIVERSITYOFFERS SO MANY OPPORTUNITIESTO GET INVOLVED AND APPLY TODIFFERENT THINGS."

OUTSIDE OF YOUR STUDIES

STUDENT UNIONLeeds University is also renowned for its thriving Student Union with arange of shops, bars and eateries, an award winning nightclub and a venueto watch the latest bands. It also gives each student the chance to becomeinvolved in one of its over 250 activities, clubs and societies. There’s awhole range of fun, interesting and different things for you to do in yourfree time – everything from sports to music and dance to politics. So hereis your chance to take up an activity you have always wanted to do or tofurther develop a skill or interest.

UNIVERSITY SPORTThere are plenty of opportunities to participate in sports at all levels. The University has great sports facilities including the on-campus sportscentre called The Edge which comprises of an Olympic sized swimmingpool, state-of-the-art gym, squash courts and sports halls, sauna andsteam room. Playing fields for hockey, cricket, football and rugby are just a short distance away.

CHEMSOCAll chemistry students can become members of the student-run chemistrysociety ‘ChemSoc’. The aim of this society is to give students a chance tomeet people from their course in a social environment. It organises socialsand nights out at the beginning of the year to help you settle in. Every yearChemSoc hosts many events, from the Christmas party to the end of yearball. It also has its own football and netball teams.

STUDENT VOLUNTEERINGVolunteering to work with organisations or projects is a great way tobroaden your experience and develop valuable skills to enhance your CV.The University has over 1,000 opportunities for student volunteers, frommentoring disadvantaged children in Leeds, to helping to build schoolplaygrounds in Africa.



OUR STUDENTS TELL US THAT THEY CHOSETHE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS BECAUSE...

They thought that it would be a greatplace to broaden their horizons.

“THE UNIVERSITY IS REALLY KEEN TO SUPPORT MYSPORTING COMMITMENTS ALONGSIDE MY DEGREE.I PLAY CRICKET AND WAS RECENTLY LUCKY ENOUGH TOCAPTAIN AN ENGLAND UNDER 19S TOUR TO SOUTHAFRICA. MY TOUR RAN OVER THE FIRST 3 WEEKSOF TERM BUT, WITH THE HELP OF MY PERSONALTUTOR, EVERYTHING WAS SORTED FOR CATCHING UPWHEN I RETURNED WHICH WAS AMAZING.”

Jessica WatsonMCHEM, BSc CHEMISTRY

THE CITYLeeds is a key multi-cultural hub in the North ofEngland with an exciting mix of culture, commerceand style. As one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitancities in the UK many students enjoy their time inLeeds so much that they stay on to live and work in the city after graduation.

CULTUREThe city is well known for its vibrant arts and musicscenes. Leeds is also renowned for its shoppingfacilities and there is a wide range of outlets from smallboutiques to huge shopping malls. Leeds also offers anextensive choice of places to eat and drink. All culinarytastes are catered for, from Italian to Thai, Caribbean tovegetarian. Nightlife in and around the city is alsoknown for its diversity and popularity, offering a rangeof cafes, lively bars, clubs and music venues.

THE COUNTRYSIDELeeds is one of the greenest cities in Britain, with moreparkland than any other European city and benefitsfrom being close to the awe-inspiring scenery of theYorkshire Dales where you can pursue a hugeselection of outdoor activities.

SPORT IN THE CITYWhatever your sport of choice, Leeds is home to somegreat teams, from Leeds United football club at EllandRoad, to Leeds Rhinos and Carnegie Rugby teams,plus you can also see live test match cricket atHeadingley stadium.

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS


A TYPICAL WEEK Timetable of a first yearstudent in semester 2

GEORGE EDMONDSBSc MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY

RAVI SINGHBSc MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY

1211 = Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry: The states of matter,thermodynamics and kinetics of chemical reactions, andelectrochemistry.

1240 = Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry: The Periodic Table as aframework for discussing the trends in the properties and chemicalbehaviour of the main group and transition elements.

1260 = Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry: NMR spectroscopy, nucleophilicsubstitution and elimination reactions, alkene chemistry andaromaticity.

1291 = Mathematical and Physical Concepts for Chemists: Motion, heat andwork, and mathematical concepts such as calculus with specificapplications in chemistry.

1410 = Practical Skills in Chemistry: 3 x 3 hour sessions in the chemistrylaboratories every week; preparing compounds; makingmeasurements and analysing data.

Modules subject to change.

• Wednesday afternoon is free for sporting/club activities.

"THE DAYS OF A CHEMISTRY STUDENTDIFFER. THEY CAN RANGE FROM ANINTENSE DAY SPENT IN THE LAB, BUT ATTHE END OF IT YOU FEEL A SENSE OFSATISFACTION UPON THE COMPLETION OFYOUR EXPERIMENT, TO A DAY SPENT INLECTURE THEATRES LEARNING ABOUT ARANGE OF ASPECTS OF CHEMISTRY."

"MY A-LEVEL CLASS WAS QUITESMALL AND HERE YOU’RE IN ALECTURE THEATRE WITH 200PLUS PEOPLE AND YOU GET TOMEET SOMEBODY NEW EVERYDAY AND WORK WITHDIFFERENT PEOPLE IN LABSALL THE TIME."

DISCOVERY MODULES: YOU CANTAKE UP TO 30 CREDITS OFDISCOVERY MODULES, FROMASTRONOMY TO COMPUTERPROGRAMMING. POPULARCHOICES IN CHEMISTRYINCLUDE CAREER PLANNINGFOR CHEMISTS (RUN BY THECAREER CENTRE) ANDCOLOUR AND POLYMERCHEMISTRY.

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday9am–10am - 1211 lecture - - -

10am–11am - 1410 lab - Discovery module -

11am–12pm 1291 lecture 1410 lab 1291 workshop Tutorial -

12pm–1pm 1240 lecture 1410 lab 1211 workshop - Discovery module

1pm–2pm - - - - -

2pm–3pm 1260 lecture 1410 lab - 1410 lab 1260 lecture

3pm–4pm - 1410 lab - 1410 lab 1240 lecture

4pm–5pm 1211 lecture 1410 lab - 1410 lab -



INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSThe University of Leeds is a truly international university. We havelinks with over 600 institutions worldwide and up to 5,000international students study with us each year. We are one of theUK’s top universities, world-famous for our teaching and researchand situated in the heart of a vibrant and multicultural city.

We have an extensive support network in place for internationalstudents. From the moment you accept an offer, and throughoutthe duration of your studies, we offer a range of specialist servicesto make your time at Leeds enjoyable and worry-free.

The University has a dedicated International Support Officewww.internationalstudentsupport.leeds.ac.uk which can provideassistance in many ways, from the provision of advice onmanaging your money to helping you look after your health and welfare. There are also a host of events organised by theInternational office including day trips to historic towns in the UK – a great chance to meet new friends.

Adapting to life in a new country can be bothexciting and challenging. Finding somewhereto live where you feel comfortable will help yousettle in quickly. Leeds has plenty ofaccommodation for students, representinggood value for money and reflecting the factthat Leeds has a lower cost of living thanLondon and much of the south of England.

Visitwww.leeds.ac.uk/accommodationfor more details.

For information on international fees and scholarships please visitwww.leeds.ac.uk/international

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"I CHOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDSBECAUSE IT HOLDS A HIGH PLACE ININTERNATIONAL CHARTS. LEEDS ITSELF IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL CITY AND THECHEMISTRY COURSE IS MORE THANINTERESTING. THERE ARE A LOT OFDIVERSE PARTS OF IT AND I REALLYENJOY THE PRACTICAL WORK."

SOPHIA BOYADJIEVABSc CHEMISTRY

ACCOMMODATION & FEES


ACCOMMODATION

FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

The University of Leeds has a long standing history of helpingstudents to manage their finances while at University. We have acomprehensive range of bursaries and scholarships, together withfinancial advice, to support you throughout your studies. Someschemes provide support on the basis of academic achievementswhile others offer support to students based on financial need or personal circumstance.

Please contact [email protected] you have any questions regarding fees and scholarships.

THE DEAN’S EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP In the School of Chemistry we offer the Dean’s Excellence Scholarshipwhich awards students achieving a high academic standard.

For more information www.chem.leeds.ac.uk/scholarships

STUDYING AT UNIVERSITY IS ONE THE BEST INVESTMENTS YOUCAN MAKE IN YOUR FUTURE.THERE IS A LARGE RANGE OFINFORMATION ON FEES AND STUDENT FINANCE AVAILABLE ONTHE UNIVERSITY WEBSITE AT WWW.LEEDS.AC.UK/YOURFINANCESWHICH DETAILS THE LARGE ARRAY OF SUPPORT FOR STUDENTSBOTH FROM THE GOVERNMENT AND THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS.

LIVING IN UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION IS GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY

All students in their first year of study are guaranteedan offer of a place in University accommodation,provided applications arrive before the requireddeadline. All our accommodation is within easy reach ofthe University and city centre. We have a wide rangeof properties at different rents and there is somethingto suit every budget.

Some residences are on campus, others withinwalking distance, and those residences further awayare close to bus routes, shops and places to eat. Of course, different residences have different facilitiessuch as: launderettes, parking spaces, squash courts,pool tables, common rooms, shops and musicpractice rooms.

The University Accommodation Office also offers anaccommodation viewing day every year in spring,helping you choose the best accommodation to suit yourneeds. For more details on this and for details of howto apply and application deadlines, please visit:

www.leeds.ac.uk/accommodation

http://www.leeds.ac.uk/info/30500/uk_and_eu_finances


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CONTACT US

VISIT THESCHOOL

"BEING A RUSSELL GROUP UNIVERSITYWITH EXCELLENT CHEMISTRYFACILITIES, LEEDS WAS AN OBVIOUSCHOICE FOR ME AND I LOVED HOW THEUNIVERSITY HAD A CAMPUS-CITY FEEL ANDEVERYONE WAS WARM AND WELCOMING.

ABBIE LEGGOTTMCHEM, BSC CHEMISTRY

There are opportunities to visit the School bothbefore and after you apply.

Suitably qualified applicants will be invited to a School visitday, during which there is an extensive programme of toursand demonstrations. If you would like to visit us before youapply in order to find out more, why not:

Attend a University-wide Open Daywww.leeds.ac.uk/opendays There are five open days each year, three in June, one inSeptember and one in October and they provide a goodopportunity to get a feel for the campus, check out ourfacilities, and talk to staff members and students.

Book yourself onto a campus tour www.leeds.ac.uk/visitus for options.These take place throughout the year.

Make an independent visitIf you choose this option, please let us know you arecoming at least a week in advance. We can then plan tohave member of staff to meet you and show you aroundthe School. For directions please see www.chem.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduate/visit-us

If you have questions about the undergraduatecourses, modules or any other aspect ofstudying chemistry at Leeds, please contact:

Undergraduate Admissions TutorSchool of ChemistryUniversity of LeedsLeedsLS2 9JTTel: +44 (0) 113 343 6440Fax: +44 (0) 113 343 6563E-mail: [email protected]

School of ChemistryUniversity of Leeds

Leeds, United KingdomLS2 9JT

Tel +44 (0)113 343 6440Email: [email protected]

www.chem.leeds.ac.uk

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