MPhil Organic Chemistry at University of Manchester

Construct the molecules behind a more sustainable world. Organic chemistry research uses synthesis to construct molecules that improve health outcomes and drive a more sustainable world. As a postgraduate researcher on this MPhil, you'll develop a thesis on a defined topic within this Department of Chemistry research theme, covering areas such as the synthesis of complex natural products and molecular machines, the design of new catalytic methods employing metals, light, and electricity, and the creation of molecular tools for probing biological systems.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Chemistry  |  Duration: 1 Year [Full-Time], 2 Years [Part-time]  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Department of Chemistry offers research opportunities and projects in a wide range of research themes including biological chemistry and organic synthesis, computational and theoretical chemistry, materials chemistry, magnetic resonance and structural chemistry, radiochemistry and environmental chemistry, nanoscience, biochemistry, bioinformatics, biotechnology, genetics, gene expression, molecular biology, microbiology, structural biology, neuroscience, pharmacology, toxicology and biomolecular sciences.

Career pathways

The programmes we offer place our graduates in the best position to enhance their career prospects. Many of our Masters students progress to PhD study.

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