Department of Chemistry
One of the premier chemistry departments in the world, a hothouse for innovation and an international beacon for research and teaching.
Why chemistry at Imperial?
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We are dedicated to delivering excellence in chemistry teaching and pioneering research. As one of the largest departments in the UK, we take pride in our diverse community of staff, students, research fellows and industry partners.
Our department spans the historic Chemistry Building at South Kensington and the Molecular Sciences Research Hub in White City. We nurture talent and foster academic excellence, ensuring our students and staff thrive. Home to 600 researchers, we offer a vibrant community and unique industry links. Connect with over 300 SMEs and multinationals around our White City campus for an enriching and rewarding journey, with unparalleled career opportunities and hands-on experience.
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Molecular Sciences Research Hub
This £200M facility is a beacon of innovation and colocation. Our academics and industry partners are pioneering advancements in areas such as energy, healthcare and sustainability.
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Getting here
Information for visitors on how and where to find us across our two campus locations.
