• Degree in
    Chemistry

General information

The Degree in Chemistry has obtained the seal of quality in 2020 Chemistry Eurobachelor, valid until 2026. This distinction certifies that the international quality standards established by the European Chemistry Thematic Network Association (ECTN) in the field of Chemistry are met. The seal Chemistry Eurobachelor It is closely linked to labor market expectations and facilitates the academic and professional mobility of graduates. You can find more information about the benefits of the seal. Chemistry Eurobachelor on the website of Aneca and in that of ECTN.

Chemistry is an eminently basic and experimental science that studies and harnesses the combined transformations of matter and energy. Holding a degree in Chemistry and pursuing a professional career in this discipline entails contributing to the resolution of problems of significant social interest in a wide variety of areas, including new materials, energy, industry, the environment, nutrition, health, consumerism, biotechnology, and agriculture.

In this sense, chemistry shares knowledge areas with other sciences such as biology, physics, pharmacy, medicine, engineering, and environmental sciences. Therefore, students in this degree acquire basic knowledge of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology during the first year and are trained in the different areas of chemistry during the following three years (Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry).

Prospective students pursuing a degree in Chemistry should be interested in science and research and have a solid understanding of core subjects, especially the fundamental principles of chemistry, physics, and mathematics. A basic level of English and computer skills is also considered appropriate for new students.

Chemistry graduates are highly versatile professionals with a solid foundation in experimental sciences and the ability to respond to a wide range of scientific and technical problems related to chemical reactions and, in general, the transformations that matter undergoes.

This degree provides the necessary skills for the development of the profession of Chemist in different work areas:

  • Industry: chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, textile, agri-food, cosmetics, petrochemical, renewable energy, fuels, new materials, etc. Design and development of new products. Quality control and production. Industrial process control. Management: technical or general management. Commercial management and marketing.
  • Chemical analysis in private and public laboratories: health, agricultural, customs, drug analysis, doping control, identification and restoration of artistic heritage, etc.
  • Basic and applied research, as R&D&I researchers in industry, universities and other public research organisations.
  • Environmental protection and control: water analysis, treatment and purification. Detection, analysis and treatment of polluting substances, urban, agricultural and industrial waste.
  • Technical advice, consultancy and prevention of occupational risks and industrial hygiene.
  • Teaching in Compulsory Secondary Education, Baccalaureate, Vocational Training and University.