MSc Chemistry at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Learn about some of the world’s biggest challenges, from renewable energy to improving the study of disease, with our MSc Chemistry degree. Study in depth traditional areas including analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. You’ll choose from a wide range of specialist modules to match your interests.

What you will study

The taught part of the course takes place over the first 2 semesters. Each semester includes 12 weeks of study followed by 2 or 3 weeks of exams. You'll carry out the research element of the course in semester 3 during the summer.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including manufacturing, scientific and technical, water and waste management, education, public administration, defence, finance. Careers directly related to the course include analytical chemist, associate scientist, energy engineer, academic researcher, colour technologist, forensic scientist, nanotechnologist, pharmacologist.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

You’ll need a 2:2 degree in chemistry, or a 2:2 degree with at least 30% chemistry content, excluding lab-based modules, and an average of a 2:2 across your chemistry modules. This programme accepts applicants who have studied at a Tier A, B, C or D institution. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,000 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 36,600 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

Explore more study programmes

STEM