Master of Science in Chemical Science

at University of St Andrews

Modules
Students will take three compulsory modules during the course and choose four optional modules in Semester 1 and three optional modules in Semester 2.

The modules in this programme have varying methods of delivery and assessment. For more details of each module, including weekly contact hours, teaching methods and assessment, please see the latest module catalogue which is for the 2021–2022 academic year; some elements may be subject to change for 2022 entry.

Compulsory

• Contemporary Research Awareness: research colloquia and seminars delivered by external speakers and covering areas within current chemical science research.
• Literature Review for MSc: an in-depth survey of the published literature within a specified research area which is related to the prospective research project.
• Research Skills in Chemistry: develops knowledge of specialised research techniques for the prospective research project.

The University of St Andrews offers a variety of flexible entry options in order to ensure our doors remain open to all students, regardless of background or personal circumstances.

Although entry to St Andrews is competitive, we recognise a range of different qualifications and consider all aspects of your application, including context, your personal statement and references. Grades alone will not guarantee you admission, and actual offers may be higher or lower than the listed minimum grades required by each programme.

Information about our entry requirements can be found in academic entry explained and UK-based applicants can use our indicator to see which set of entry requirements they need to look at. All non-UK based applicants should look at our standard academic entry requirements.

The University also offers alternative entry routes for applicants who come from areas where we receive limited applications and who are unable to obtain the required grades, or for those who are returning to education after an extended period of time.

• SQA Highers: BBBB to AAAAB
• A-Level: ABB to A*A*A
• International Baccalaureate (IB): 36 (HL 6,5,5) to 38 (HL 6,6,6 plus SL 6,6,6). From 2021, programmes requiring A-levels Mathematics will accept either Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation at higher level.

Tuition fees

• Home: £10,395
• Overseas: £25,450

Chemistry graduates have gone on to successful careers in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries with companies such as:

• AstraZeneca
• BP
• GSK
• Johnson Matthey
• Pfizer
• Shell
• Siemens