Chemical Sciences

Two chemical scientists studying and discussing the results on a machine

Molecules, materials and mastery

Explore the frontiers of chemical research, from molecular modelling to nanomaterials, and harness AI and computational approaches for drug discovery. Apply advanced laboratory techniques and study areas like catalysis and medicinal chemistry. Develop analytical and experimental skills that form the foundation of modern chemical sciences.

Top 10In the UK for Chemistry research

(Research Excellence Framework 2021)

Top 20Among UK universities targeted by leading employers for the past six years

(The Graduate Market 2026)

Top 100In the world for Data Science & AI

(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026)

Why Study Chemical Sciences at Queen Mary?

Flexible programmes tailored to your interests and career goals, combining theory with hands-on experience and modern technologies, including AI and HoloLens.
Opportunities for projects with partners such as AstraZeneca, GSK, Roche, BP, AkzoNobel, and Unilever, plus events and seminars offering industry insight and networking.
A diverse, supportive community in a prime London location, with a thriving Chemistry Society hosting talks, visits, and socials.
Access to £5.2m of investment in teaching and research facilities, including NMR, mass spectrometry, microscopy, genomics, protein purification, TEM, and advanced informatics labs.
Dedicated Advisor System offering academic and personal support, from module choices to careers and postgraduate applications.
Development of career-ready skills through lab work and collaboration, including problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and computational skills.
Strong graduate outcomes, with 88% of Queen Mary's graduates are employed or in further study withing 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023-2024). Alumni are working at different organisations including Pharmaron, IBM, NHS Blood and Transplant, Parexel, and Queen Mary University of London.

The passion of the academics in at Queen Mary was inspiring and it really helped guide me in my choice to continue onto a Chemistry PhD.
— Ekaterina Gousseva, MSc Chemical Research

AI Specialist Programme

MSc Artificial Intelligence for Drug Discovery

Be among the first to specialise in AI for drug discovery. You will learn core concepts and gain computational skills with Python, TensorFlow, DeepChem, and AlphaFold. You will also undertake hands-on research to prepare for careers as computational drug discovery scientists, AI researchers, or data scientists in pharma.

One of the first programmes in the world to focus on the applications of AI in drug discovery
Develop the advanced computational skills required to apply AI techniques to drug discovery
Ideal for graduates in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related discipline
No prior knowledge of programming is required