School of Science

Whether you’re interested in molecules, human anatomy or forensic detail, our science degrees offer you the opportunity to acquire the skills you need in a supportive, employment-focused environment.

Introducing the School of Science at the University of Greenwich

Professor Joshua Boateng introduces the School and its ‘learning by doing’ approach to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

What we teach

Students benefit from our outstanding teaching, innovative research and links with industry.

Biology and biomedical science degrees

Study a course that will prepare you to enter a profession very relevant to today. Learn from experts whose research is changing lives around the world and gain a solid foundation in the subject.

Chemistry degrees

Study a degree that’s accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry on our Medway Campus, where you’ll benefit from our long-established reputation for excellence in chemistry teaching.

With consistent high ratings for student satisfaction over the years, our courses are diverse, student-centred, and are keeping pace with constantly changing developments and employment requirements in the world of forensics.

Human nutrition and health degrees

Explore the link between nutrition and health, and find out how you can contribute to improving people’s wellbeing. Your studies will open up careers in a variety of sectors, from the food industry to healthcare and research.

Pharmaceutical science degrees

Our courses explore the essentials of pharmaceutical science, formulation science, pharmacology, biology, biochemistry, chemistry and drug discovery and delivery. Students will gain practical experience through labs and final year research projects.

University was simply amazing, filled with surprises, a lot of fun, and challenges along the way. A big thank you to the lecturers for sharing their knowledge and scientific passion with me.

- Emiliana Ushilova, BSc Pharmaceutical Science (2018)
The lecturers are fantastic, they offer so much support and guidance both personally and professionally and really get to know each student. I learned so much.

- Chloe Tebbutt, Forensic Science graduate
I've learnt so much and I want to apply my knowledge to help people first-hand as a GP.

- Sophie Hygate, BSc Hons Biology
The course was incredibly diverse and many students took very different routes after graduation. I loved our lectures, the subjects were thought-provoking and delivered with passion.

- Louise Usher, BSc Human Nutrition graduate

Medway - a great place to live, learn, work and visit

The University of Greenwich Medway Campus is based in Chatham Maritime, a charming area steeped in history.

Study for success at the School of Science

Our partnerships with employers equip students with the skills they need.

Join world-leading researchers and study for a research degree in Science (MPhil/PhD)

Embark on an intellectual journey like no other at the University of Greenwich, where the pursuit of knowledge is met with unparalleled dedication from our School of Science.

A unique course to secure a specialist career

Hard work, staying positive and not giving up paid off for Kerry as she applied for forensic science graduate jobs.

Why study a science degree at the University of Greenwich?

Professionally accredited programmes with core and optional modules to tailor your learning. Find out more.

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