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.

Solving crimes through science

You'll study a range of sciences, learn about the law, and find out how to give evidence in court. Follow Alessia as she describes her aim to be a Crime Scene Investigator.

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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.

You will learn from a team of experts, covering fields such as family liaison, facial recognition, disaster victim investigation and counter terrorism. Studying real-life examples will give you a taste of working in these disciplines.

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.

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.

The healthcare system needs scientists

Indianna applied to study a Biomedical Science degree just before the academic year began. She is now embracing life at our Medway Campus.

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.

Alina discovered Chemistry and has never looked back

From foundation year through to MChem, Alina says its all about the lecturers and how friendly and supportive they are.

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