Taught Master's courses
Taught Master's Chemistry Courses.
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Master's courses in Chemistry
Our taught master’s courses are developed with input from collaborating industries to boost your education and career prospects in a global market. We attract a truly international student population, providing a rich and diverse learning experience.
As part of your master’s degree, you will join one of our research groups and become part of a team delivering globally important work, led by eminent scientists. Whether your future lies in academic or industrial research, teaching, scientific communication or elsewhere, we have a range of quality programmes to suit your needs and interests.
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Taught Master's Chemistry Courses
Analytical and Polymer Science (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time
Entry requirements: 2:ii undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related subject.
Warwick's Analytical and Polymer Science MSc is a unique course combining Warwick's world-leading expertise in these two complementary areas. This course has been designed for those looking to undertake a PhD or career in analytical sciences.
Analytical Sciences and Instrumentation (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time or 2-3 years part-time
Entry requirements: 2:ii undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related subject.
Analytical science is at the forefront of advances in healthcare, new materials, transport, sustainable energy, the environment, food, cultural heritage, forensics, and more. Taught by leading specialists and offering hands-on experience at some of the UK’s top facilities, this course presents a unique opportunity for future analytical scientists, seeking careers in academia, the public sector, and industry. Chemistry has partnered with Physics, Statistics, Engineering, and Life Sciences to offer an expertly-designed programme for graduate students from around the world, with a range of backgrounds and ambitions.
Polymer Chemistry (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time
Entry requirements: 2:ii undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or a related subject.
Polymer Chemistry will immerse you in a research-led environment, where you can learn about the synthesis and characterisation of polymers.
Polymer Science (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time
Entry requirements: 2:ii undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Materials Science or a related subject.
Warwick's Polymer Science MSc covers core concepts of polymer synthesis, with a focus on their physical/material properties and industry translation through dedicated business modules. This MSc is ideal for those looking for a career in polymers and materials processing.
Scientific Research and Communication (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time
Entry requirements: 2:i undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a science subject.
Scientific Research and Communication MSc is ideal for those looking for a career in science, writing or journalism, research, education and more.
At Warwick you will gain the necessary English Language and writing skills, experience in cutting-edge cross-disciplinary research, helping you to learn how to communicate complicated scientific concepts to various audiences.
Chemistry with Scientific Writing (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time
Entry requirements: 2:i undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a science subject.
Communicating science is a challenging topic, but Chemistry with Scientific Writing MSc course has been expertly designed to build on your subject knowledge of Chemistry. We will provide you with a strong grasp on scientific writing and how to apply it. This course has been designed for those looking to undertake further study or a career in communicating science.
Chemistry with Scientific Writing (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time
Entry requirements: 2:i undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a science subject.
Communicating science is a challenging topic, but Chemistry with Scientific Writing MSc course has been expertly designed to build on your subject knowledge of Chemistry. We will provide you with a strong grasp on scientific writing and how to apply it. This course has been designed for those looking to undertake further study or a career in communicating science.
Global Decarbonisation and Climate Change (MSc/ PGDip/ PG Cert)
Duration: Full time: 1 year (MSc), 9 months (PGDip, PGCert); Part time: 2 years (MSc), 18 months (PGDip, PGCert)
Entry requirements: 2:i undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a science or social science subject.
Are you looking to make a real impact in addressing the global climate change crisis? Join us to become a part of the solution to one of the most urgent challenges of our time. Choose from three routes and three qualifications to suit your needs and interests. Complex problems need interdisciplinary solutions. Chemistry is home to these courses, but programmes draw expertise from across academic departments and are designed for graduates from of a range of disciplines including sciences, engineering, social sciences and business.
Scholarships and Fees
Find out more about course fees, funding and scholarships available when studying at Warwick. With dedicated scholarships for home and international students, see how we can help support your studies.
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Masters by Research Chemistry course
Masters by Research (MSc)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
Entry requirements: 2:ii undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related subject.
Join one of our specialised research groups to conduct a one year MSc by Research in a novel area. With some of the best laboratories and instrumentation in the UK, you will have the opportunity to work for one year on a cutting-edge research project.
Research
A significant part of all of our taught masters courses involves a research project (40%). You will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research projects and work with world-leading research groups to tackle important research problems.
Research Facilities
All postgraduate students have dedicated space including state of the art laboratories and write-up areas.
Our Master's students enjoy a friendly common room and poster printing facilities as well as access to Warwick's Postgraduate Hub.
Employability and Alumni Testimonials
We’ll help you fulfil your ambitions by giving you the skills and knowledge to propel your career further. Hear from our alumni about their experiences at Warwick:
"It expanded my network and I was given the chance to work with an industry partner."
We are in the top 40 in the world for our reputation with employers (QS World University Rankings 2021), and we were marked out as the third most targeted university nationally by the UK’s top 100 graduate employers (The Graduate Market in 2020, High Fliers Research Ltd).
Frequently asked questions and how to contact us
You can find answers to our most frequently asked questions on our dedicated chemistry postgraduate FAQ page.
If you have any further questions about Chemistry at Warwick please visit our 'contact us' page to get in touch with the department who will be happy to assist.