MSc Chemistry at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This accredited Masters allows students to direct their studies to specialised areas of chemistry, with strong emphasis on practical chemistry and current research topics.

Department: School of Chemistry | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Advanced Topics in Chemistry (coursework, 30 credits) and Advanced Topics in Chemistry (examined, 15 credits), with topics such as nanomaterials, sustainability, computational chemistry, metals in medicine and computer-aided drug design, alongside an extended research project.

Career pathways

The skills are transferable to industries from pharmacology and materials science to geochemistry and academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with a 2:2 (hons) in chemistry, medicinal chemistry, applied or industrial chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or another subject with a significant chemistry component; relevant experience is considered for applicants who do not meet all requirements. Application deadlines: 30 July 2027 for international applicants and 10 September 2027 for UK applicants. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component for international applicants.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,700 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 33,800 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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