Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Chemistry and Management

The Chemistry and Management pathway combines a broad scientific and methodological education in Chemistry with advanced basic knowledge in Management. Graduates of this programme are a great match for professional positions that require chemical expertise as well as management skills. The Bachelor’s programme therefore teaches the scientific and methodological fundamentals of Chemistry. It combines theory with hands-on experimental experiences in the core disciplines of Chemistry (Inorganic, Organic and Physical Chemistry). Interdisciplinary basics in subjects like Experimental Physics and Mathematics as well as Law and Toxicology complement the fundamental Chemistry education. Additionally, students obtain fundamental knowledge in Business Management, Macroeconomics, Accounting, Investment and Controlling as well as other disciplines which they can choose freely. The Bachelor’s examination assesses the students’ acquired technical knowledge required for an early transition into a professional career and also their understanding of the fundamental correlations in their subject.

More about the course

The core of the Bachelor’s programme is an in-depth theoretical education in various sub-disciplines of Chemistry with a strong focus on the areas of Inorganic, Organic and Physical Chemistry. In application-oriented and practical seminars and classes you will further explore the theoretical knowledge that you obtained in lectures. A multitude of chemical laboratory courses in the University's modern laboratories complements the theoretical education with essential experimental context – an indispensable part of a young scientist’s training. Theory and practice are equally intertwined throughout the entire Management part of the programme. While studying the essential core disciplines of Management, students have the opportunity to emphasise certain areas of interest like Economics, Accounting and Auditing, Technology and Process Management or Business Management and Controlling. Specific courses in Chemistry and Management combine the competences of both areas by looking at topical questions and problems related to the chemical sector.

Academic Degree

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Type Of Study
  • full-time
Admission regulations

further informations

Start Of Study
  • each winter semester
Course Language
  • German
Admission Requirements
  • no restriction
ECTS Credits

180

Standard Period Of Study

6

  

Modern open-plan laboratories for experimental chemistry practicals

From the very beginning, experimental training; (akad.: ) education has been a high priority in the chemistry degree programme. The basic and advanced chemistry practicals take place in modern open-plan laboratories, while the research-oriented project practicals take place in the laboratories of the working groups and institutes.

Programme content

The Bachelor's degree programme is dominated by compulsory courses, which all students take equally. Comparable to the trunk of a tree, this basic training ensures a solid level of competence in the most essential concepts of Chemistry and First choice, which are indispensable for all later activities. Nevertheless, from the second academic year onwards, more and more elective options come into play and it is then possible to increasingly individualise your studies and tailor them to your own strengths and interests. Elective options cover the entire spectrum of teaching, from classical Chemistry and Management to First Management plus applied interdisciplinary subjects such as Computer Science and Technology. Lectures provide you with an overview and essential connections to topics in the various fields of Chemistry. The concepts and content are problematised and applied in accompanying exercises and/or seminars. Parallel to this, the experimental application of the content takes place as part of extensive laboratory practicals. Practicals make up about half of the chemistry programme, the rest is theory. Courses (bzw. genau angeben: lecture, tutorial etc.) in experimental physics and Mathematics as well as soft skills and/or languages (e.g. technical English), law and toxicology round off the overall package.

Study situation

Chemistry and Management as an interface course between Natural Sciences and Business Administration is a very popular study/degree programme in industry and the private sector due to the dual skills profile that is acquired with the degree. At the same time, the study/degree programme is only available at selected universities. There is a great demand for well-trained specialists across the entire spectrum of this fascinating scientific field and the career prospects are almost limitless. Anyone can successfully find and follow their own path here. The Bachelor's degree programme in Ulm is with unrestricted admission, so a place (in higher education, in the programme etc.) is guaranteed if you have a higher education entrance qualification. If you need or want a place in a hall of residence, you can take care of this very early on, as you do not have to wait for admission to the degree programme. All other conditions for a successful degree programme in the heart of Ulm's Science City could hardly be better. If, in addition to these circumstances, you have the personal impression that Ulm is an attractive location and that Chemistry and Management is the right study/degree programme for you, then all that remains to be said is: don't miss this opportunity to complete a great course of study with us in the next few years and set the course for your own future and prosperity.

Study objectives

Graduates of the Chemistry and Management bachelor's programme have a broad range of knowledge and skills based on a solid scientific, mathematical and economic foundation. They have acquired key competences such as communication and teamwork skills, are able to continuously expand their own knowledge independently and apply it to specific problems. They are able to act responsibly and purposefully, taking into account scientific and technical advances and familiarising themselves with new problems.

Information for students

All information, both for prospective students and for students, is made available on the website of the Chemistry discipline. You are welcome to take a look at this at any time and contact the course advisors if you have any questions.

Click here to go to the Homepage of the Chemistry discipline.

Specialisations and options

As early as the second academic year of the Chemistry and Management bachelor's programme, students can choose between various compulsory electives that complement the basic compulsory courses in a wide range of subject areas, allowing them to individualise their studies for the first time. In the area of First choice, there is a large selection of courses on topics such as business analytics, corporate management, controlling, accounting, applied business administration and much more. In the field of Chemistry and Management, there are specific interface courses (Chemical Economics & Co.) as well as overarching topics such as Computer Science, (Bio)Technology and selected aspects of Chemical Engineering.

The Chemistry discipline is excellent in battery research!

Routes abroad

A great way to broaden your horizons in a discipline is to study at a foreign university. Ulm University students can apply for one or two semesters abroad at numerous universities, both throughout Europe as part of the ERASMUS programme and outside Europe. If lectures are not required, internships and theses at other universities are also possible.

Ulm University has exchange agreements with over 100 universities in 26 countries.
International Office

As of 2024, the Chemistry discipline has ERASMUS partnerships with Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands and Switzerland. However, students also regularly travel to other European countries and overseas as part of other programmes. In addition to the USA, experience has shown that South Korea is particularly popular here.

Experimental setting in the laboratory

Discussion of the procedure for an experiment.

Chemistry internship in the open-plan laboratory.

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Perspectives and opportunities - The world of Natural Sciences at Ulm University.

The Chemistry and Management study/degree programme offers a wide range of career opportunities in both worlds - Chemistry and Management. Graduates can work in traditional chemical career fields such as:

  • Research and Development: developing new products and technologies.

  • Quality management: Ensuring product quality and compliance with standards.

  • Production management: Head of Office and optimisation of production processes.

In addition, they can also work in economic fields such as

  • Technical marketing and sales: marketing and selling chemical products.

  • Management consulting: optimisation of chemical processes and business strategies.

  • Management and administration: management roles in the chemical industry and related sectors.

The combination of chemical and economic viability knowledge enables business chemists to take on versatile and responsible positions that make a decisive contribution to the success and innovation of companies. The major topics of Sustainable Management and Green Chemistry are also becoming increasingly important. Many career prospects are also conceivable here, such as

  • Sustainability management: developing and implementing strategies to reduce a company's ecological footprint.
  • Environmental consulting: advising companies on sustainable practices and legal environmental requirements.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Planning and implementation of social and ecological projects to increase corporate responsibility.
  • Sustainability reporting: Preparation of reports and analyses on the company's sustainability performance.
  • Development of environmentally friendly products: Research and Development of new chemical products and processes that are environmentally friendly and sustainable.
  • Recycling and waste management: Optimisation of recycling processes and management of chemical waste to minimise environmental impact.
  • Renewable energy: Working on projects to develop and improve renewable energy technologies, such as biofuels or photovoltaic cells.
  • Regulatory compliance: Ensuring that chemical products and processes comply with legal provisions for environmental protection.

Studying and living in Ulm

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Last Step: Kannst du viele dieser Fragen positiv beantworten, so kann der Studiengang Wirtschaftschemie dein Wunschstudium sein!

  • Bringst du mathematisches und naturwissenschaftliches Grundverständnis mit?
  • Hast du Freude an Themen rund um BWL, VWL und weitere Disziplinen der Wirtschaftswissenschaften?
  • Bist du fasziniert von Innovation und möchtest die Möglichkeiten der Wirtschaftswissenschaften in Geschäftsfelder der chemischen Industrie anwenden?
  • Interessieren dich chemische Themen außerhalb der klassischen foschungsorientierten Entwicklungsarbeit, bspw. im Managementbereich?
  • Möchtest du die Chemiebrance ein Stück nachhaltiger und grüner gestalten und zugleich Wettbewerbsfähigkeit und Zugänglichkeit neuer Produkte gewährleisten?
  • Bist du fasziniert von fächerübergreifender Arbeitsweise in einem multidisziplinären Umfeld aus Wirtschaftswissenschaften und Naturwissenschaften?

Ja!

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