Chemistry with Mathematics with Integrated Master's

Our Integrated Master’s in Chemistry with Mathematics blends advanced chemical science with rigorous mathematical training. You'll explore cutting-edge topics alongside completing a year-long research topic. This will provide you with practical experience of advanced analytical techniques and skills that will equip you for research roles or PhD study in sectors that value mathematical expertise.

This programme will be put forward for accreditation by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).

Why choose this course?

• Gain a competitive edge with extensive research experience through a full year MChem project

• Chemistry ranked No.1 in the UK with 96% of students expressing satisfaction with their course (NSS 2025, broad-based universities)*

• Tailor your final years of study with advanced topics based on research at the forefront of modern chemistry

• A unique mathematical skillset combined with advanced chemical knowledge will leave you ready for careers in a wide range of areas such as data-driven science, research and chemical industry

• Mathematics is Top 5 for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2026

In this integrated master’s programme, the natural fusion of chemistry and mathematics equips you with the advanced analytical, modelling and problem-solving abilities needed to tackle major scientific challenges. You will have the opportunity for advanced individual research, collaborative project work, and the exploration of frontier topics to prepare you for a research-focused career, employment across further scientific study.

Designed to provide you with the specialist skills you will need as a professional, modern chemist, our chemistry course also includes dedicated practical and professional development modules to enhance your employability.

Your final MChem year places a greater emphasis on your ability to work independently and equips you for a research career. You will be trained in research methods and undertake a research project in an area of your choice, reviewing the relevant research literature to place your work in context. Alongside this, you’ll study a range of synoptic and advanced chemistry topics, and take part in research skills seminars that develop your expertise in advanced analytical techniques and prepare you to present data and scientific arguments to publication standard.

About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.