Teaching Quality

The School of Chemistry was voted the runner-up in the annual EUSA Teaching Awards Best Department category. Our teaching has been rated as excellent by the Scottish Higher Education Funding Council. Courses are taught by world-leading scientists and our teaching labs are among the best in the UK.

In later years you will be able to study in a research lab on an extended project under the supervision of one of our researchers. You will gain vital practical skills by working closely with more experienced scientists in a real research environment.

Expand Your Horizons

We also maintain links with universities and companies at home and abroad. As part of your studies you can choose to spend a year abroad or in industry. Students on one of these courses can be assured of the same high standards of teaching they will have experienced in Edinburgh.

A Complete Education

All our courses are recognised and accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. We teach students all the chemistry skills they'll need to work in a modern research environment. As well as the latest chemistry techniques and concepts, you'll learn valuable skills such as teamwork and problem-solving, which will prove useful no matter what route you take after graduation.

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