Undergraduate student profiles

Our current and former students share their experiences of studying with the Department of Chemistry.

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Studying in the Sydney sunshine

Gareth Hartley MChem Chemistry with Study in Australasia

Gareth spent a year of his degree studying chemistry in Australia, and is now undertaking a PhD at the University of Oxford under the supervision of the world renowned Professor Peter Bruce.

Sam Harding

I grew both as a chemist and personally

Sam Harding MChem Chemistry

Sam took part in our Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) programme, which gives students the chance to complete a summer placement with one of our research groups.

Anthony Griffiths

I couldn’t recommend doing an industrial placement enough

Anthony Griffiths MChem Chemistry with Study in Industry

Anthony did a year-long placement at the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca as part of his course, which helped him work out what he'd like to do after graduation.

Stephen Davey

How my MChem led to a career in scientific publishing

Stephen Davey MChem Chemistry with Study in Industry

Stephen had a placement at the then SmithKline Beecham, which led to him pursuing a PhD and eventually a senior role in academic publishing.

Joshua Balacky

Industry experience helped me stand out

Joshua Balacky MChem Chemistry with Study in Industry

For his placement year, Joshua went to Germany to work for a major science and technology company. He picked up lots of useful work experience, and got to explore some of Europe.

Bryony Parker

A boost in my career

Bryony Parker BSc Chemistry; MSc Chemistry

Bryony worked with Professor Steve Armes on a polymer science project during her masters course, which led to a publication in a Royal Society of Chemistry journal. She's now working at the interface of chemistry research and the chemical industry.

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