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Master of Chemistry MChem

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Master's Degree

Duration

18 months

Next start date

Expected Jul 2026

Campus

City Campus

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Summary

Chemistry is at the foundation of the modern world. Everything that we eat, use and wear is made possible through modern chemistry.

This degree will offer the students the chance to further their chemistry knowledge and learn from experts in the field. The specialisations in analytical chemistry and materials science focus on real-world applications of chemistry.

The specialisations are designed to equip students with skills that will allow them to both progress their research study and make them job-ready.

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Entry criteria

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 4.0

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in a relevant major with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 in 60 points above Stage II.

Or, alternatively, have completed a Bachelors degree and passed at least 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science with a GPA of 4.0, and a specialisation in Chemistry (provided that the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded).

Relevant majors include chemistry, medicinal chemistry, green chemistry, food science, chemical engineering, and materials engineering.

If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Chemistry with a minimum 4.0 GPA.

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.

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