"I opted to study a science subject at university as it is a fascinating and diverse subject, which plays a fundamental role in the world around us."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I decided to study science at university because it was the subject I most enjoyed whilst doing my A-levels."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I have chosen to study chemistry because it has always been my favourite subject and I would like to be a chemistry teacher eventually."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I chose chemistry because I am interested in the Pharmaceutical side and would like to eventually be involved in research."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I have decided to study chemistry as I was inspired by my A-level chemistry teacher."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I really enjoyed chemistry and biology in my GCSEs and A-levels especially all the practical and hope to gain a career in chemistry in the future."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I decided to study chemistry as I would like to work as a forensic scientist for a profession. However I am aware that the field of forensics has very limited job placements and so opted to study chemistry to ensure I had a wider range of job options after completing my course."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I believe there are a wide range of opportunities and advantages in studying chemistry and a whole load of knowledge to be gained."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"A good reason to study science is so that you know what the chemicals in every day life are and their function. Those ingredients on the backs of bottle of shampoo and the back of headache tablets no longer need to be a mystery."

Dr. Simon Collinson, Chemistry Lecturer, Nottingham

"I chose to study chemistry because I want the opportunity to make a real difference with it's applications in the medical field."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I chose a course in chemistry because I want to improve my practical skills."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"Science is interesting and relevant to life and industry - chemistry is involved in everything we do. It's a 'respectable' degree to have and in my opinion more worthwhile than some other subjects."

Undergraduate Chemistry Student, Nottingham

"I remember doing an experiment at school where if it went wrong, it formed a really big flame. After that, I always wanted to do science. You got away from your desk and got to use unusual and exciting things. I was always best at science."

Stuart Reid, Chemistry Postdoctoral Researcher, Southampton

"Chemistry, Biology and Physics form the basis of the world around us. By studying science, we can learn how to make the most of our world and hopefully how to protect it for the future generations to come."

Science Graduate, Nottingham