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Alexa Marroquin - MSci Chemistry
I attended one of 果冻影院鈥檚 free Science Center lectures in 6th form given by a lecturer from the聽chemistry department I was impressed by the quality of their lecture as well as the聽cutting edge research.
20 November 2019
Why did you choose your degree?
Chemical research plays a vital role in addressing modern problems such as climate change聽or fighting disease through the development of new drugs and delivery techniques.聽The practical nature of chemistry appealed to me in addition to the degree being聽intellectually stimulating.
Why did you apply to study at 果冻影院?
I attended one of 果冻影院鈥檚 free Science Center lectures in 6th form given by a lecturer from the聽chemistry department. I was impressed by the quality of their lecture as well as the聽cutting edge research produced by the department and decided to apply.
What is the best thing about your course?
The quality of the teaching - I believe 果冻影院 Chemistry has given me a strong foundation in chemistry and laboratory skills to thrive in a research setting.
What do you find interesting about your field of study and what inspires you?
I am interested in biomimicry, self-assembly, and thermoelectric chemistry.
Do you think studying at 果冻影院 Chemistry is a good investment?
Yes! You study cutting edge developments in Chemistry taught by specialists. There聽are many opportunities to interact with professors and engage as part of 果冻影院鈥檚聽chemistry community. There are various research opportunities and student feedback聽is valued, and acted on by the department.
What is it like studying in London and how do you think it has benefited your studies?
There are many enriching things to do in the city from volunteering to going to聽museums. Many big companies are located in the city and participate in networking聽events at 果冻影院 and offer internships all over the city.
What are your career plans once you鈥檝e completed your current programme of study at 果冻影院?
Obtain a postgraduate education in Chemistry.
Is there anything else you would like to say about your time at 果冻影院 Chemistry?
果冻影院 Chemistry鈥檚 department truly cares about its students and makes it possible to succeed academically whilst having time for extracurricular activities.