Symmetry, Bonding and Molecular Spectroscopy (F1702)

15 credits, Level 5

Autumn teaching

On this module, you’ll build on the quantum mechanical description of atoms and molecules. You’ll extend them (with the aid of group theory) to the ground and excited states of polyatomic molecular systems.

You’ll understand the electronic, vibrational and rotational states of molecular systems across the periodic table. You’ll also explore experimental ways of measuring transitions between these states, using high resolution spectroscopic techniques.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses:

• Chemistry (with an industrial placement year) MChem
• Chemistry BSc
• Chemistry MChem
• Chemistry with Summer Research Placements MChem