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Welcome to Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Sussex, which is part of the School of Life Sciences, has a distinguished history in both chemical research and teaching in the 50 years of the history of the University. The award of two Nobel prizes and the election of 14 members of the Chemistry faculty as Fellows of the Royal Society, the most recent of which, in 2008, was Prof. Geoff Cloke FRS, the current Head of Chemistry, have recognized the generation of new knowledge in the Department. This standard of research imbues the ethos of the Department and is present in both the teaching and research that is currently undertaken.

	Fantastic career prospects Our Chemistry graduates are in high demand... ...and their employment prospects are ranked 6th highest out of all UK Chemistry departments. (The Complete University Guide 2013). Find out about careers and perspectives here
	Teaching excellence Our knowledge and teaching inspire your studies.. ...one reason why chemistry students rate out teaching so highly: 92 per cent satisfaction. (National Student Survey 2012). Find out about undergraduate study here
	World leading research Our research has a real world impact,tackling  some of society's biggest challenges... ...which is why 95 per cent of it is considered world-leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised. (Research Assessment Exercise 2008). Find out about our research here
	Undergraduate research Here you don't just read about world changing research... ...you get involved, from year one, with those who conduct it. Find out about the junior research associate scheme here
	Great networking opportunities Sussex Chemistry is more than just lectures... ...the department and student Chemical Society C60 help you network through events, trips and other activities. Find out about the Chemistry Soc here
	Highly supportive chemistry community Our departmental community ensures you fulfil your potential... ...by providing you with individual support to meet your needs.

 Find out more in the new 2013 Sussex Chemistry brochure