Forensic and Analytical Chemistry

About this programme

Graduate outcomes: Strathclyde ranked joint 1st in Scotland HESA Graduate Outcomes results 2026 1st in the UK for Chemistry, with the maximum score of 100/100 (Guardian University Guide 2026) The course is delivered in partnership with the globally recognised Strathclyde Centre for Forensic Science . Both the BSc (Hons) and MChem are accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry . The MChem is the only course in the UK to have dual professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences . Transferable skills are taught in all years and include IT, scientific writing, presentation skills, report writing and problem-solving. You can study at a European university for one year of your degree, and for MChem students this may be your placement year. You'll take foundation classes in chemistry and mathematics, and either physics or biology. In addition, you are given the opportunity to take elective classes including forensic science, drug discovery, chemical engineering, and subjects from other areas of the University. Practical chemistry laboratory sessions help you to master basic preparative and analytical skills. You’ll spend one afternoon in the laboratory and the rest of your time will be in lectures and tutorials. You'll take classes in fundamental inorganic, organic, biological and physical chemistry, plus forensic trace analysis and analytical chemistry. You'll have a choice of electives as in Year 1. Laboratory work increases to four afternoons per week and your practical skills are enhanced with computer mod