Chemistry
How can molecules help solve today's biggest challenges? Can we design smart materials for medicine, energy, or the environment? Are you ready to turn molecular insights into real-world innovations? Read on to explore if Chemistry at the University of Groningen is the Bachelor's programme for you.
Chemistry is the science of molecules and materials — how they form, interact, and can be used to improve our world. During this international Bachelor’s programme, you’ll explore the molecular mechanisms behind new medicines, energy materials, and even nanoscale molecular motors. The programme encourages interdisciplinary connections with physics, biology, and materials science.
So, whether you want to create smart medicines, develop new catalysts, or contribute to sustainable energy solutions, Chemistry in Groningen offers the tools and inspiration to get started. Graduates go on to careers in R&D, healthcare, materials science, and environmental technology — at leading multinational companies, or in cutting-edge research labs in local start-ups.
What to expect from the Bachelor's programme in Chemistry
- Study core topics including organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry
- Combine theory with hands-on research in state-of-the-art laboratories
- Learn from top scientists, including Nobel Prize winner Ben Feringa
- Work on real-world challenges in energy, health, and sustainable materials
Specialisations
- Smart Materials
- Chemistry of Life
- Sustainable Chemistry and Energy
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
An additional documents, Statement of Education / Course description, may be required depending on the programme you apply for at this university.
If any document is required, it will appear in the Documents section of the Kastu application form once you start your application.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Sufficient background knowledge in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry is required.
Job examples:
- Industrial researcher
- Scientific researcher
- Management function
- Commercial positions
- Teacher
