Chemical Research

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 10.6 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 23.7 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jun 1, 2025
201–250 place StudyQA ranking:14860 Duration:1 year

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  • Excellent preparation for a career in research and development, or for a PhD
  • Hands-on training using instrumentation in our state-of-the-art Chemical Analysis Facility
  • Acquire specialist practical and theoretical knowledge in your chosen area of chemistry
  • Comprises two taught modules and a one-year research project
  • Aimed at graduates from chemistry or a related discipline

Sample modules:

  • Advanced organic chemistry
  • Advanced topics in physical chemistry
  • Functional inorganic materials
  • Chemistry in industry and professional skills
  • Current topics in chemical research

Requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
  • Normally at least a lower second class honours degree in chemistry (or equivalent from a university outside the UK). Motivated applicants with a degree in other subject areas may be considered for entry. Although the usual route to PhD is by direct entry, it is possible for MSc students to transfer to a PhD.

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  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships 
  • Global Education
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