Chemistry with Materials Chemistry

Chemistry with Materials Chemistry at Keele combines the principles of chemistry with the study of materials and their real-world, practical applications in tackling global challenges, such as energy security. From discovering frontier topics guided by our world-leading researchers to applying key concepts in our sector-leading laboratories, you will develop the practical and professional skills - including data fluency and materials design - to pursue a career in the chemical and allied industries, as well as sectors outside physical sciences.

Why choose this course?

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

• Gain hands-on access to specialist computational tools and research-grade instrumentation in our sector-leading laboratories

• Be career ready with core practical and professional employability modules embedded throughout the programme

• Apply your learning and skills to the modern problems at the forefront of materials science

• Your independent research project and literature review will also allow you to specialise in research field(s) in or relevant to materials chemistry

Semiconductors, batteries, fuel cells and catalysts are essential to our green transition and net zero ambitions, by allowing us to transport, convert, deliver and conserve energy in all aspects of our industrial society. At the intersection of Chemistry and Materials Science, our Chemistry with Materials Chemistry programme provides you with an in-depth understanding of the fundamental theory and practical applications of such materials. While continuing to develop a strong grounding in core chemistry, you will apply your understanding and skills to the modern problems at the forefront of materials science, gaining the conceptual and practical competencies needed to enable a sustainable future. During your studies you will have opportunities for individual advanced project work, collaborative learning, placements, and exploration of frontier topics - guided by our world-leading researchers.

Designed to provide you with the specialist skills you will need as a professional, modern chemist, our chemistry courses have practical and professional development modules embedded throughout our curriculum. From hands-on experience using specialist computational tools and research-grade instrumentation in our sector-leading laboratory facilities, to dedicated career-focused sessions and authentic assessments, we will provide you with the knowledge, tools and connections to develop a strong foundation for your future career.

*We have compared the positivity ratings of all participating UK institutions using the NSS 2025 sector data to determine Keele's position relative to other broad-based universities (i.e. excluding specialist institutions and further education colleges).

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.