Why Study Chemistry

Are you thinking about your future?
Are you thinking about possible careers after University?
Here are some reasons why you should consider chemistry.

The employment prospects for chemistry graduates are good. Chemistry is a fundamental science which can be applied to the solution of many of today’s problems and to the development of new products for the future.

In NUI, Galway the entry to a chemistry degree is through GY301 on the CAO form

The major areas of employment for chemistry graduates in Ireland are
Industry:
Production & Research, Pharmaceuticals and Synthesis, Polymers and Materials and Specialty Chemicals (Chemists often move into managment and administration).
State/Government Sector:
Forensic Laboratory, State Laboratory, Customs & Excise, Regional & Co. Analytical & Environmental Laboratories, General Civil Service
Education:
Third Level Teaching & Research, Second Level School Teaching (including Gen. Science), Primary School Teaching (Chemistry Graduates can join teacher training with degree recognition).
About 17,000 people are employed in the chemical industry in Ireland. Most of the graduates employed by the chemical industry are chemists. It is important to be realistic and to know that some high profile areas provide very few job opportunities.

Forensic science is a popular choice for leaving cert. students and chemistry is a primary route to employment as a forensic scientist. Some specialised degrees directly target forensic science but the number of jobs in forensics is low and specialised degrees do not provide a wide range of other job opportunities.

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