MSc Chemistry

The Chemistry MSc offered by the University of Sheffield is a flexible degree that can be customised to suit each student's individual career aspirations. Benefiting from research-led teaching and state-of-the-art facilities, students will gain advanced theoretical and practical capabilities in various areas of chemistry.Course Content: The course combines lectures, practicals and projects with self-study modules. The content's focus is on advanced experimental chemistry, with the option to delve into specialist areas such as synthetic chemistry, spectroscopy, and advanced analytical techniques. Students may also undertake a substantial research project in their chosen area, alongside the completion of two further modules selected from a range of titles including Molecular Modelling, Nanotechnology, and Sustainability in Chemistry.Key Modules: Core modules include Research Techniques for Consultancy, Research Literature Review, Advanced Laboratory Skills, Biomedical Imaging, and Chemistry Research Project. Optional modules include Organic Reactions and Mechanisms, Polymer and Colloid Science, among others.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can find opportunities in various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, materials science, healthcare, forensics or the food industry. Others have progressed to PhD fellowships in universities worldwide, while some have chosen to move into managerial, consulting, or financial roles.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.