Royal Society Of Chemistry Courses

The Chemical History of a Candle - From Faraday's Christmas Lectures

Discover the fascinating science behind candle flames through Faraday's historic lectures, exploring their profound impact on scientific communication and enduring legacy in chemistry.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Two Centuries of Aromatic Hydrocarbons

Discover the fascinating history of benzene, from Faraday's 1825 discovery to modern concepts of aromaticity, in this commemorative talk exploring the legacy of this unique hydrocarbon molecule.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Fifty Years of the RSC Historical Group, 1975-2025

Explore the evolution of the RSC Historical Group from its founding in 1975 through 2025, including key figures, significant events, collaborations, and growth in membership over five decades.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Shades of Industrial Hydrogen - Grey, Blue, and Green

Explore the evolution of hydrogen production from early electrolytic processes to modern grey, blue, and green methods, covering industrial applications and environmental impact.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building and Using a Gravity Cell for Electrochemistry Demonstrations

Explore hands-on electrochemistry by creating a gravity cell that powers motors and buzzers, demonstrating practical applications of voltaic cells and redox reactions.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Three Important Collections of Chemicals at the Science Museum, London

Explore three significant chemical collections at London's Science Museum: Perkin's mauve samples, Bonaparte's element collection, and Moissan's electric arc compounds.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Public Attitudes to PFAS

Discover the public perception and societal impact of PFAS chemicals through expert analysis, exploring attitudes, concerns, and awareness around these persistent environmental compounds.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Pills, Potions and Poisons - Researching a 17th Century Apothecary

Delve into fascinating research about a 17th century Nantwich apothecary's inventory, exploring historical medicinal practices, family life, and chemical demonstrations that bring the past to life.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Dying for Work: Dangerous Trades for Women (1880s-1960s)

Explore the dangerous trades women endured from 1880s-1960s, including "match girls" and "radium girls," and the activists who fought for their rights and safety.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Go Beyond and Use Your RSC Membership to Apply for CChem - Session 3

Discover how RSC membership enhances CChem applications through community involvement, career development opportunities, and professional growth beyond daily work responsibilities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Friedrich Miescher and the Discovery of DNA

Discover the forgotten story of Friedrich Miescher, who first isolated DNA in 1869, decades before Watson and Crick's famous discovery of its structure.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Evidence Your CChem Application

Discover how to build a compelling CChem application portfolio with evidence requirements, confidentiality handling, and expert tips from recent awardees and RSC team members.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Write Your Statements for Chartered Chemist Applications - Session 1

Master the art of writing compelling self-reflective statements for your Chartered Chemist application with expert guidance from assessors and successful candidates.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Chemistry

Explore challenges in digital chemistry, including cultural change, data fairness, and sharing strategies through expert talks on transforming chemical research practices.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

ChemSpider Webinar: What Does the Future Hold? - 17 November 2023

Explore the future of chemistry data with talks on data explosion, AI's role in chemistry, and data sharing at the RSC in this thought-provoking webinar.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video