Chemical Sciences

The Department of Chemical Sciences at Midlands State University boasts nationally and internationally recognized academic staff who excel in teaching, research, and innovation. Located on the Gweru main campus, the department features state-of-the-art equipment for material characterization and offers industry-relevant programs including undergraduate (BSc), postgraduate (MSc, MPhil, and DPhil) degrees, with third-year undergraduates gaining practical experience through industrial placements. Our research focuses on critical areas like energy, environment, materials science, and medicinal chemistry, with impactful collaborations including the University of Cambridge and University of Johannesburg. The department has secured prestigious grants from the Royal Society, African Academy of Sciences, and TWAS, and has patented an innovative coal tar modification technology using silicon nanoparticles for road surfacing, demonstrating our commitment to practical, real-world solutions.