Could you develop new materials needed in our move towards a completely renewable energy society? Combining the principles of chemistry with the advanced study of materials and their practical applications in tackling global challenges, our Chemistry with Materials Chemistry with Integrated Master's MChem, will equip you with the advanced analytical techniques, data fluency, chemical design, applied problem solving and employability skills to pursue a research career as a professional materials chemist, or further your studies with a PhD.

Focusing on your development as an independent researcher and at the intersection of Chemistry and Materials Science, our MChem degree will provide you with an advanced understanding of the fundamental theory and practical applications of materials such as batteries, fuel cells and catalysts that allow us to transport, convert, deliver and conserve energy in all aspects of our industrial society.

The Materials Chemistry specialism applies a strong grounding in chemistry towards the materials chemistry principles required to solve problems at the interfaces of chemistry, physics and engineering. Threading sustainability and industrial chemistry through traditional chemical principles and theories, you will also explore the fascinating role chemistry plays in addressing humanity's most urgent global, economic, health and environmental challenges.

In the first two years of study, you will build a strong foundation of core concepts in the fundamental areas of inorganic, organic, physical and analytical chemistry. Your development as a professional chemist is a central theme throughout the degree and you will benefit from embedded core practical, professional and employability skills woven throughout each year of your studies. Your learning will be supported through interactive teaching, workshops and small group activities as well as frequent opportunities to apply key concepts in laboratory classes and other practical exercises.

During your third year you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and undertake an independent research project. Rather than scripted laboratory work, you will collaborate with an academic member of staff to complete approximately 80 hours of project work, spread over both semesters.

You will graduate with an advanced depth and breadth of fundamental and applied knowledge from across chemistry and relevant topics in materials science, a strong grounding in laboratory techniques and an understanding of the intersection of chemistry and materials chemistry with sustainability, ethical practices and wider societal challenges. Graduates of this programme may enter a wide range of professions, both in and out of the laboratory. You may also enhance your knowledge by undertaking further study at PhD level.

Roles related to your degree include:

Academic chemist

Analytical chemist

Chemical engineer

Environmental scientist

Material scientist

Nuclear engineer

Policy advisor

Research assistant

Science communicator

Science teacher

Synthetic chemist

You will acquire skills in:

Applied problem solving

Chemical design

Communication of scientific knowledge to a variety of audiences

Digital tools

Data analysis

Independent learning

Research and presentation

Scientific investigation

Teamwork

Time management and organization

Foundation year

Studying a Foundation Year, for whatever reason, offers an alternative route to Keele, and provides a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree. That extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge and, perhaps most importantly, build your confidence.

Duration of study

4 years or 5 years with inter