School of Chemistry
The University of Birmingham is home to one of the most dynamic and best-equipped Chemistry departments in the UK.
Our state-of-the-art teaching laboratories are run by an innovative and award-winning teaching team.
In 2024, we opened the Molecular Sciences building which is the new home for Chemistry in Birmingham. World-leading research laboratories are housed alongside purpose-built study spaces for undergraduate and postgraduate students providing state-of-the-art facilities for all of our Chemistry community.
Research in Chemistry
Find out more about our researchThe School of Chemistry has undertaken world-leading research for over a century and remains at the forefront of scientific discovery.
Analytical facilities and services
Facility for chemical and materials analysisSpecialist facilities
FASTCHEM facilityOutreach and public engagement
School of Chemistry outreach and public engagement
Learn about the services that the School of Chemistry can provide to pre-university institutions, such as secondary schools and colleges.