MRes Chemistry at Nottingham Trent University

Programme overview

A flexible Masters by research in chemistry that lets students choose optional modules to match their interests, plus a research project. Industry-based students can study part-time, and the project can be completed over 10 to 12 months through approved in-house research.

Department: Chemistry | Duration: One year full-time or two to three years part-time | Intake: January 2026, September 2026 and January 2027 (full-time and part-time; on campus at Clifton) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Two core modules (Research Methods and Independent Study, and the Research Project) and two optional modules chosen from Drug Detection Analysis and Screening, Organic Synthesis and Characterisation of Biologically Active Compounds, Inorganic Chemistry Beyond the Molecule, Physical Properties of Materials, Computational Chemistry and Drug Design, and Analytical Toxicology.

Career pathways

Graduates work in pharmaceutical, petrochemical, polymer, food and drink, liquid crystal, advanced materials, defence, teaching, finance and sales sectors; many graduates progress to a PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need a UK honours degree (minimum 2.2) or equivalent in a chemistry-related subject, including forensic science, pharmacology and pharmacy, subject to the admissions tutor's assessment of course content. Applicants with relevant employment experience or other relevant qualifications are also considered. International applicants: same academic requirement, with equivalent qualifications from other countries accepted; English language requirement is set by NTU by subject band (no scores listed on the course page).

Intake: January 2026, September 2026 and January 2027 (full-time and part-time; on campus at Clifton)

Duration: One year full-time or two to three years part-time

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