Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Program Overview

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Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Programme Overview

The IQS Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry is a four-year program that provides students with a comprehensive education in chemistry, enabling them to pursue careers in industry, research, and academia. The program features a common core of two years of chemistry and chemical engineering studies, allowing students to later decide their preference.

Key Information

• Years: 4 academic years
• Credits: 240 ECTS credits
• Start: September 2025
• Timetable: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
• Recommended secondary school baccalaureate electives: Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics
• Degree: Official degree
• Languages: First academic year in Spanish. Other years, trilingual: Spanish, Catalan, and English depending on the language skills of the students and faculty.

Objectives and Competences

The Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry at IQS Barcelona allows students to acquire a wide range of skills thanks to our teaching methodologies that feature a substantial hands-on component. Some of the competences students will acquire include:

• Understand and apply knowledge of Chemistry, Biosciences, and Engineering in the practice of Chemical Science.
• Understand and use general knowledge of Technical English, Ethics, and Management in the practice of Chemical Science.
• Understand advanced knowledge of Chemistry and Biosciences in the practice of Chemical Science.
• Conduct experiments to achieve the requirements established therein.
• Use systems, components, or processes to achieve the requirements established in the activities conducted.
• Identify, formulate, and solve basic problems in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, and Biology and problems in the fields of Chemistry, Biosciences, and Engineering.
• Analyse, integrate, and interpret data and information in the fields of Chemistry and Biosciences.
• Use new techniques and new tools in Chemical Science.
• Design processes and experiments to achieve the requirements established therein.
• Assess risks in the use of chemical and biological substances.

Skills to be Acquired

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing and use English as a foreign language.
• Work on a team within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Assess the impact of Chemistry and Biosciences on the sustainable development of society.
• Incorporate ethical reasoning to work in a professional environment in a responsible manner.
• Incorporate contemporary aspects related to the exercise of the profession.
• Develop learning skills that are necessary to undertake further studies and be aware of the need for continuing education for appropriate professional development.

In-Company Internships

As part of the curriculum of the Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, all students conduct internships within research centres or paid internships within companies in the sector equivalent to six credit hours. IQS Career Services gives advice and helps students find and carry out their internships.

Career Opportunities

The professional opportunities for IQS Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry graduates are incredibly varied. Some of the career opportunities include:

• Companies in which chemical and/or biotechnological processes are carried out: pharmaceutical, food, and environmental technologies and chemical, petrochemical, automotive, and textile industries.
• Postgraduate studies: master’s and doctoral degrees.
• Government and teaching.
• R&D&i teams to develop and apply new chemical and/or biotechnological products, processes, or technologies to use raw materials and processes for the treatment and reuse of industrial waste.

Admissions Process

To apply for admission to the Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, students must submit various documents, including:

• Valid ID/Passport
• Passport-style photograph in colour with a white background in jpg format (176×220 pixels).
• Grades from the last two academic years prior to accessing university.
• Credential granting access to the Spanish university system issued by UNEDasiss or favourable decision approving previous studies prior to accessing university.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

IQS offers three different types of scholarships for undergraduate students:

• Academic Excellence
• Financial Aid
• International Students

Discounts are also available to students from a large family or who have a sibling studying at IQS.

Curriculum

The curriculum of the Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry includes:

• First year: Mathematics, Computer Science and Numerical Calculation, General Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Fundamentals of the Chemical and Biological Laboratory, Industrial Economics and Organization.
• Second year: Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Statistics, Basic Engineering Operations I, Chemistry and Engineering Laboratory I, Chemistry and Engineering Laboratory II, Graphic Expression.
• Third year: Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Ethics, Basic Engineering Operations II, Materials Science, Microbiology, Technical English, Molecular Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Materials Laboratory, Chemical Engineering Laboratory.
• Fourth year: Structural Determination, Organic Chemistry II, Instrumental Analysis, Environmental Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry II, Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management, Experimental Techniques in Biosciences, Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Practicum, Final Degree Project, Entrepreneurship (Elective), Materials selection (Elective), Data Management (Elective).

Faculty

The faculty of the Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry includes:

• Ana Belén Cuenca González, PhD
• Andrés Seoane Fernández, PhD
• Antoni Planas Sauter, PhD
• Carles Colominas Guardia, PhD
• Cristian Gómez Canela, PhD
• Eduard Serra Hosta, PhD
• Francesc de Paula Martori Adrian, PhD
• Francesc Xavier Guix Ràfols, PhD
• Javier Batllori Aguilà, PhD
• Javier Fernández García, PhD
• Jordi Teixidó Closa, PhD
• Jordi Díaz Ferrero, PhD
• Jordi Abellà Iglesias, PhD
• Jordi Cuadros Margarit, PhD
• Judith Báguena Polo, PhD
• Laura Fernández Ruano, PhD
• Llorenç Puig Puig, PhD
• M. del Mar Guitert Catasús, PhD
• M. Josefa Blanco Roca, PhD
• Magda Faijes Simona, PhD
• Manuel Abad Roldán, PhD
• Maria Teresa Cortadellas Benitez, PhD
• Núria Llaverias Baqués
• Raimon Puig de la Bellacasa Cazorla, PhD
• Raúl Calvo Serrano, PhD
• Robert Texidó Bartés, PhD
• Salvador Borrós Gómez, PhD
• Santiago Nonell Marrugat, PhD
• Sergi Colominas Fuster, PhD
• Xavier Ortiz Almirall, PhD

Leadership Team

• Jordi Díaz Ferrero, PhD
• Judith Báguena Polo, PhD

Quality and Accreditations

IQS is committed to quality and has different processes in place to ensure continuous improvement. The Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry has been accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education and Culture.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

The Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry at IQS is a four-year program designed to prepare students for careers in the chemical industry and research. The program features a common core of two years of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering studies, allowing students to later decide their preference.

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Objectives:

• To prepare students to become professionals at the forefront of the chemical industry.
• To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a range of professional opportunities in chemistry, both in industry and research.
• To develop students' abilities to conduct experiments, analyze data, and solve problems in the field of chemistry.
• To foster students' communication, teamwork, and ethical reasoning skills.

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Outline:

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Structure:

• The program is divided into four academic years.
• Students earn 240 ECTS credits over the course of the program.
• The program begins in September.
• Classes are held Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm.

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Course Schedule:

• First Year:
• Mathematics (12 ECTS)
• Computer Science and Numerical Calculation (12 ECTS)
• General Chemistry (12 ECTS)
• Physics (12 ECTS)
• Biology (6 ECTS)
• Fundamentals of the Chemical and Biological Laboratory (6 ECTS)
• Industrial Economics and Organization (6 ECTS)
• Second Year:
• Inorganic Chemistry (10 ECTS)
• Physical Chemistry (12 ECTS)
• Analytical Chemistry (10 ECTS)
• Statistics (6 ECTS)
• Chemistry and Engineering Laboratory II (5 ECTS)
• Graphic Expression (6 ECTS)
• Third Year:
• Organic Chemistry (12 ECTS)
• Biochemistry (8 ECTS)
• Ethics (5 ECTS)
• Basic Engineering Operations II (6 ECTS)
• Materials Science (6 ECTS)
• Microbiology (5 ECTS)
• Technical English (3 ECTS)
• Molecular Physical Chemistry (5 ECTS)
• Organic Chemistry and Materials Laboratory (5 ECTS)
• Chemical Engineering Laboratory (5 ECTS)
• Fourth Year:
• Structural Determination (5 ECTS)
• Organic Chemistry II (5 ECTS)
• Instrumental Analysis (5 ECTS)
• Environmental Chemistry (5 ECTS)
• Inorganic Chemistry II (4 ECTS)
• Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management (3 ECTS)
• Experimental Techniques in Biosciences (5 ECTS)
• Practicum (6 ECTS)
• Final Degree Project (16 ECTS)
• Entrepreneurship (Elective, 4 ECTS)
• Biotechnology (Elective, 3 ECTS)
• Surface Chemistry (Elective, 3 ECTS)

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Teaching:

• The program emphasizes hands-on learning through laboratory work.
• Students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with the latest technologies.
• The program features a diverse faculty with expertise in various areas of chemistry.
• The program incorporates contemporary aspects related to the exercise of the profession.

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Companies in the chemical and/or biotechnological industries, including pharmaceutical, food, environmental technologies, chemical, petrochemical, automotive, and textile industries.
• R&D&i teams developing and applying new chemical and/or biotechnological products, processes, or technologies.
• Government and teaching positions.
• Opportunities:
• Graduates can work in roles related to the development and application of new chemical and/or biotechnological products, processes, or technologies.
• Graduates can also pursue careers in research, quality control, environmental management, and other areas of the chemical industry.
• Outcomes:
• The program prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in the chemical industry and research.
• Graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to succeed in their chosen field.

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Other:

• The program includes a mandatory internship component, where students gain practical experience in research centers or companies in the sector.
• IQS Career Services provides guidance and support to students in finding and carrying out their internships.
• The program offers a variety of elective courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their specific interests.
• The program is taught in Spanish, Catalan, and English, depending on the language skills of the students and faculty.
• The program is accredited by AQU Catalunya.