Course summary
Our MPhil is a one year programme (or up to three years part time) which focuses on the design and execution of an original research project, which occupies two thirds of the year, with remaining time devoted to courses associated with postgraduate training and preparation of a chemistry MPhil thesis.
Modules
Typical modules include: Introduction to Electrochemistry II; On-Line Searching for Synthetic Chemists; Safety; Organic Reactions, Mechanisms and Synthesis; Designing Organic Synthesis; Introduction to Electrochemistry; NMR Spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry of Organic Compounds; Advanced Topics in Inorganic Chemistry; X-Ray Diffraction as a Characterization Method; Introduction to Teaching Skills for Postgraduates in Chemistry I; Introduction to Teaching Skills for Postgraduates in Chemistry II.
Assessment method
Examination, coursework and research project. For PhD; annual report, thesis and viva voce.
How to apply
International applicants
English language: Band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
A UK bachelor’s degree with upper second-class honours or higher in chemistry or chemistry-related subject.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ