Careers and Alumni

Explore your future career options and meet our alumni

Careers

Our MSc graduates pursue a wide range of exciting careers, with many continuing their studies at the PhD level. At the School of Chemistry, we are dedicated to supporting and guiding each student towards their career goals.

The Careers Service offers personalised career guidance tailored to each subject area. If you're considering careers beyond academia, they provide specialised advice on industries where chemists are in demand. You can schedule one-on-one appointments or attend weekly drop-in sessions to explore your career options. Whether you're interested in research, industry, education, or other fields, the Careers Service is here to help you navigate your career path confidently.

Students chatting outside the Careers Service in the Nucleus.

Our global alumni network

The University of Edinburgh boasts a diverse and widespread community of alumni around the globe. At the School of Chemistry, we create opportunities for students to connect with this vast network during their studies. Through panel discussions, workshops, and dedicated online communities, students can engage with alumni to gain insights into various professional landscapes and life after graduation.

Chemistry graduates from our school venture into a wide range of careers, including:

  • Industrial and academic research
  • Finance and business
  • Manufacturing
  • Teaching
  • Science communication
  • Consulting

Explore the diverse career paths our alumni have taken by browsing through our alumni profiles. Here, you can discover the real-world applications of a chemistry degree and the exciting opportunities it can lead to.

An MSc in materials chemistry not only allowed me to discover my research interests but also proved my research skills and understanding of chemistry, allowing me to pursue a PhD in a topic I am very interested in.

Edmund Morris, MSc Materials Chemistry (2020)

The MSc programme gave me more diverse skills and knowledge, enabling me to choose from different career fields. It also makes me more competitive in applying jobs requiring academic English.

Yi He, MSc Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (2020)

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