Chemistry masters profiles

Meet current students and recent graduates from our masters courses in chemistry as they share their experiences of studying at Sheffield and what they went on to do after their degree.

Photo of Isobel Finnamore

Everything I was doing on my placement was for my own benefit and experience

Isobel Finnamore MChem Chemistry with an Industrial Placement Year

During her time at the University of Sheffield, Isobel spent an Industrial Placement Year with EDF Energy at an operating Nuclear Power Plant. Isobel enjoyed the variety of work, completing a project and working in different groups around the power station.

Student Kavya enjoying a snowy walk

I am grateful for the impeccable support from my supervisor and Chemistry

Kavya Gopakumar MSc Drug Discovery Science

Kavya decided to study MSc Drug Discovery at Sheffield because she wanted to specialise in medicinal chemistry and pursue a career in this field.

Photo of current MSc student Belva outside a university building

Studying at University of Sheffield has been a transformative experience

Belva Clearesta MSc Drug Discovery Science

MSc Drug Discovery student, Belva Clearesta, moved to Sheffield from Indonesia. She chose Sheffield based on the programme, the school and the balance between vibrant city life and nature that Sheffield offers.

Zheyuan Chang

I chose to study at Sheffield because of its modern laboratories and state-of-the-art experimental facilities

Zheyuan Chang Chemistry MSc

Zheyuan enjoyed the multicultural experience of studying Sheffield.

Hanqing Zhou

I strengthened my basic knowledge of chemistry and learned more about the areas I am interested in

Hanqing Zhou Chemistry MSc

Hanqing came to Sheffield and found a city that is well suited to Chinese students, and course that helped her develop her practical skills in chemistry.

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