Course summary
Our MSc Chemical Research programme prepares you for a career in research and development or for a PhD, as you gain specialist and theoretical knowledge in your chosen area of chemistry. As a graduate from chemistry or a related discipline, you can use this research degree to train in practical and theoretical research within your specialist area of chemistry, with guidance from an experienced researcher. A major focus of the course will be on practical methods, and in developing and perfecting your research methods and skills. The main component of this course is a one-year research project. In addition to this, you will take two taught modules in subjects that complement your project. Taught modules take the form of lectures, while you will receive individual supervision on your research project with regular one-to-one meetings with your supervisor. For more information, please visit our programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/chemistry-pg/msc-chemical-research
Modules
Sample modules may include:
- Research Project
- Research Methods and Skills
- Chemistry in the Natural World
- Solid State Chemistry
- Polymers in Nature and Industry.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements: Normally a 2.2 or above in an undergraduate honours degree, or the equivalent from a university outside the UK, in chemistry. Motivated applicants with a degree in other subject areas may be considered. Although the usual route to PhD is by direct entry, it is possible for MSc students to transfer to a PhD. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £14800 | Whole course |
EU | £32950 | Whole course |
England | £14800 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £14800 | Whole course |
Scotland | £14800 | Whole course |
Wales | £14800 | Whole course |
Channel Islands | £14800 | Whole course |
International | £32950 | Whole 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
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH