After Your Degree: Careers

Prof Stirling (FRS, dept of Chemistry) speaking at a graduation ceremony - leading to the next step of your career.

A degree in Chemistry is a professional qualification, one that can lead you to a variety of graduate careers, including a position of responsibility in a range of chemical and allied industries. These represent the strongest industrial sector in the UK Industry, including pharmaceuticals and health care, fine and bulk chemical manufacture, materials and consumer products. Allied industries include analytical services and environmental management.

Chemical plant pipework (detail).

We are made of chemicals; we are surrounded by them, and rely on them to survive. In consequence, you can use a degree in chemistry in almost any practical discipline.

The story doesn't stop there - a degree in Chemistry proves that you are numerate, and have the ability to understand complex situations and to deal with them effectively. Consequently, Chemistry graduates are welcomed in a diverse range of unrelated professional disciplines, including finance, IT and advertising...

Our Careers Service will help you realise your objectives - and open your eyes to a world of opportunities.

University of Sheffield Careers Service

Careers with your degree - Chemistry