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Theoretical and Computational Chemistry at University of Oxford - UCAS

University of Oxford

Degree level: Postgraduate

Theoretical and Computational Chemistry (Taught)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

The information provided on this page was correct at the time of publication (November 2024). For complete and up-to-date information about this course, please visit the relevant University of Oxford course page via www.graduate.ox.ac.uk/ucas. The three primary activities in theoretical and computational chemistry are development of new theory, implementation of methods as reliable software, and application of such methods to a host of challenges in chemical and related sciences. The MSc aims to train new research students to be able to deliver these outcomes. The MSc consists of a set of training modules and a short project. You will take the following compulsory core modules:

  • Mathematics I
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Applied Statistics
  • Methods of Computer Simulation
  • Electronic Structure Theory
  • Software Development.
You will also select a number of optional courses (currently five), which may include:
  • Applied Computational Chemistry
  • Biomolecular Simulation
  • Mathematics II
  • Quantum Mechanics in Condensed Phases
  • Intermolecular Potentials
  • Chemical Reaction Dynamics
  • Advanced Quantum Mechanics
  • Advanced Statistical Mechanics
  • Machine-learning in Materials Chemistry.
Each module consists of several lectures/classes and a piece of assessed coursework or a written examination. In addition, you will also be required to undertake one short project with an allocated supervisor. This typically takes a few weeks in either the Easter or Summer vacations. A list of possible supervisors and projects will be provided to select a topic from.

Entry requirements

For complete and up-to-date information about this course, please visit the relevant University of Oxford course page via www.graduate.ox.ac.uk/ucas

Fees and funding

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For complete and up-to-date information about fees and funding for this course, please visit the relevant University of Oxford course page via www.graduate.ox.ac.uk/ucas.
Theoretical and Computational Chemistry at University of Oxford - UCAS