Chemistry and Molecular Physics
BSc and MSci Courses
The BSc and MSci Chemistry and Molecular Physics (CMP) courses are 3- or 4-year degrees in the area of overlap between the traditional disciplines of chemistry and physics.
Key Facts:
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The CMP course combines undergraduate-level study in both chemistry and physics, focusing on their area of overlap
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The CMP degrees at Nottingham are a unique alternative to Natural Science and Chemical Physics courses offered elsewhere
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The Schools of Chemistry and of Physics and Astronomy at Nottingham are world-leading centres of scientific research
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CMP graduates from Nottingham enter a wide range of science-based careers or progress to research-level degrees
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The course emphasizes molecular and solid-state physics, quantum mechanics and spectroscopy, and quantitative aspects of chemistry
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Special topics include laser spectroscopy, magnetic resonance, nanotechnology, medical imaging, materials and microstructures
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The fourth year of the MSci degree includes a research project which can be based in a research group in Nottingham, in industry or at a university in mainland Europe
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Communication skills and problem solving are an integral part of the course
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The CMP degrees are modular in structure, are organized in two semesters each year and allow a wide range of module choices
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Assessment is through written examinations and course work, including laboratory modules and research projects
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At the end of the first year students can opt to transfer into the second year of our Chemistry or Physics MSci or BSc courses