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.

Analytical facilities and services

Facility for chemical and materials analysis

Outreach and public engagement

Information on our activities
  • Research in Chemistry

    The School of Chemistry has undertaken world-leading research for over a century and remains at the forefront of scientific discovery.

    Find out more about our research