Why Choose Bristol
The School of Chemistry works hard to deliver a vibrant and dynamic setting in which to work and study. It is recognised internationally as a centre of excellence in both teaching and research. Our teaching strength has been affirmed by the results of the Guardian University Guide 2022, where Bristol placed in the top ten chemistry departments nationally.
Reasons to study Chemistry at Bristol
- Teaching excellenceChemistry teaching that is recognised as being amongst the best in the UK (top 10 in the 2022 Guardian University Guide).
- Outstanding laboratoriesA superb laboratory teaching environment with a unique laboratory experience provided through Bristol ChemLabS plus a Virtual Reality lab for undergraduate teaching.
- TextbooksOur academic staff include the authors of textbooks that are used globally for teaching undergraduate chemistry.
- Research excellenceThe School of Chemistry is the best in the UK for research (THE REF analysis 2021), with 100% of research outputs world leading or internationally excellent.
- CareersBristol graduates are amongst the most sought after by top UK employers (High Fliers 2020).
- LocationWe are located in the heart of a vibrant city, rated as the best place to live in the UK by the Sunday Times in 2015 and 2017.