Who is the MSc in Chemistry (by negotiated learning) for?

The MSc in Chemistry (by negotiated learning) is offered to candidates who wish to specialize in a particular area of Chemistry before embarking on a higher degree by research or entering industry.

What will I learn?

Individualised programmes can be selected from a suite of modules. The chosen modules will tailor the course to the student’s interests and requirements and a high-level research project will add significant value and lead to a qualification suited for career advancement in the chemical industry.

How will I benefit?

This flexible programme will, depending on the selection of modules the student chooses, provide either a wide ranging or a very focussed masters level education in advanced chemistry which will either prepare a student for employment in industry or serve as an excellent pre-doctoral education

What is the programme about?

The programme aims to train students to a high level of knowledge and proficiency in a specialized area of chemistry such as Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Energy and Sustainable Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry or Nanotechnology.

• The School of Chemistry and Chemical Biology has a long history of considerable achievement in research and innovation
• The School’s research is underpinned by several national initiatives, which have involved over €50 M in infrastructural development and investment in human capital since 2002
• Flexible programme, tailored to individual student requirements.
• Wide range of courses and topics to choose from.
• MSc in one year

The course comprises taught modules over two semesters which are assessed by written examination, in addition to a 3-month research project which concludes with a presentation of the work and submission of a written thesis.

Career Opportunities

Higher degree by research or direct entry to industry.

1. Applicants should possess a minimum of an upper level 2nd class (2Hi) in an honours degree in Chemistry or equivalent, or a degree with a significant component of Chemistry is required.
2. Since the basic language of instruction of this Programme is English, competence in both spoken and written English is mandatory. If the primary degree is not in English, the candidate must provide evidence of competence in the English language by producing an English language certificate. Accepted as language proofs are: 550 points in TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or 6.5 points in IELTS Academic Test (International English Language Testing System). Required appropriate score for other types of English language examination is available on the UCD website. 
3. Additional criteria for admission: In the event that there are too many applicants for the number of available places, students will be ranked according to: 

• final ECTS grade;
• grade point average (% result) of chemistry-related subject courses; and
• a letter of motivation.