The Department of Chemistry in Tromsø is an academic department that offers education and research within traditional chemistry, molecular biology and biotechnology. The department offers a diverse range of courses from Bachelor to PhD level, and is divided into three subject groups: Chemical Synthesis and Analysis, Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, and Biological Chemistry and Bioinformatics.
The department is affiliated with several research centers, including the Hylleraas Center for Quantum Molecular Science, and actively participates in international networks focusing on bioinformatics and carbon capture. The Department of Chemistry also has a particular focus on sustainable STEM education, reflecting a commitment to integrating sustainable principles into teaching and research.