Joseph Newcombe
Trainee patent attorney
“The chemistry course at Sussex taught me all the core skills that I needed for my chosen career path.”
Our Chemistry graduates
Studying a Chemistry degree at Sussex opens the door to a range of exciting careers. Read some of our graduates' stories. You can also take a campus tour (or attend an Applicant Visit Day if you've already applied) and start your own story.
Adam Heins
Manager, Risk Advisory at Deloitte
“Chemistry taught me to be analytical and figure out the best way to test complex systems.”
Charlotte Averre
Head of Science at an international school
“I especially enjoyed the modules, which gave me the opportunity to design and conduct independent practical work.”
Emma Coakley
Trainee chartered accountant at PwC
“Even though I am doing accounting, my background in Chemistry really helps day to day.”
Lisa Wootton
Spectroscopy and separations scientist, Evotech
“Sussex helped me get the job because of the experience I had from doing two biochemistry modules, data analysis and general chemistry.”
Hope Aitchison
Technology consultant, IBM
“The Sussex Chemistry department seemed really friendly and welcoming.”
Jack Hayes
Fixed income and derivatives specialist, FactSet
“The analytical skills taught throughout the course helped me to look at the world of financial derivatives in a similar light.”
Hester Beard
Post-doctoral researcher at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
“Sussex gave me opportunities to gain practical experience such as a paid summer placement.”