Two each in inorganic, physical and three in organic chemistry. It is the policy of Loughborough University Chemistry Department to provide assistance with the arrangement of a supervised and structured year spent in industry. Many of the leading chemical companies provide places for our students due to strong established links between our department and industry. Following completion of Year 2 you may choose to take advantage of the Industrial Placement Scheme . Loughborough University has very close links with industry and many of our students find placements with leading companies in the UK and also Europe.
Most students find the experience rewarding, both personally and financially.
The other six modules, including a three module project, allows choice from various areas including advanced modules in the three core chemistry areas. The project will involve a real research project allied to one of the research groups in the department supervised by a member of staff. Examination of the project takes place via report and presentation of results. On completion of this year, and subject to compliance with university regulations, students on the BSc programme graduate. MChem candidates undertake a fourth academic year in which advanced research techniques are complemented with further optional modules in chemistry.