MSc by Research Chemistry at Swansea University

Programme overview

MSc by Research in Chemistry at Swansea University, studied on the Singleton Park Campus. Research groups focus on four themes: energy, health, new and advanced molecules and materials, and water and the environment.

Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April, July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research integrates organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry with engineering, medicine and other sciences, using the purpose-built Chemistry Hub and research centres including the Centre for NanoHealth, the Institute of Mass Spectrometry, the Institute of Life Sciences, the Energy Safety Research Institute and the Materials Research Centre.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MSc by Research: undergraduate degree in chemistry or a related subject at 2.1 level (or non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea). English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (or Swansea-recognised equivalent). One reference is required before the application goes to the academic Admissions Tutor. Admissions decisions may also consider the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience. Non-UK applicants require ATAS clearance.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,150 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee for start dates in the stated academic year. Fee is for the 1-year programme. Source

Intake: October, January, April, July

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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