FIVE SIGNS CHEMISTRY IS FOR YOU

Chemistry brings together the natural sciences with the creativity of shaping atoms and molecules into complex structures, giving the subject an artistic quality rarely found elsewhere in science.

Our professors will tell you that success in chemistry isn’t defined by what you already know, but by how you learn to think, something that often surprises new students. Take a look at the focus areas below; if any stand out, chemistry could be the right subject for you.

1. YOU WANT TO CREATE

Chemistry is a very creative subject, whether it’s synthesising a new molecule or applying your knowledge to a new challenge. From a nanoscale to large scale industrial processes, your creativity can shape the world around you.

2. YOU'RE A PROBLEM SOLVER

This is a subject with problem solving at its core - all scientists must come to terms with the Chemistry that exists in the real world and understand how scientific laws interact, sometimes in unintuitive ways.

3. YOU WANT TO KNOW HOW IT ALL WORKS

As a core science, Chemistry is the bridge that connects all the other natural sciences (Biology, Physics and much more!). If you want to be able to explain the physical properties of materials, or the laws that govern matter's constant change then you might be a Chemist.

4. EMPLOYABILITY IS A PRIORITY

You're in luck!

The University of Manchester is the most sought-after university by the UK's Top Graduate Employers (High Fliers, 2026.

5. YOU WANT TO WORK WITH OTHERS

Chemists aren’t just stuck in the lab, they are always collaborating! Whether its working together to solve problems with friends. Peer assisted study sessions, or with our Chemistry society you’ll connect with students in the same position as you.