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MSc Chemistry - Physical Chemistry

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Learn about some of the world’s biggest challenges, from renewable energy to improving the study of disease, with our MSc Chemistry degree. Study in depth traditional areas including analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. You’ll choose from a wide range of specialist modules to match your interests. Combine theory, practical and research work to develop skills in demand by industry, or prepare for further research study. On this chemistry master's you’ll take part in sessions to develop your practical, scientific writing, communication and presentation skills. You'll work in state of the art laboratories and gain master's level knowledge of the core areas of chemistry, along with your chosen area of specialization.Physical chemistryThis is suitable if you have an undergraduate level grounding in physical chemistry, especially quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, thermodynamics and kinetics. You’ll be able to specialise in:/p>computational chemistry/li>spectroscopy/li>electrochemistry/li>surface science/li>magnetic resonance/li>

Application deadline

02/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 32,500per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Chemistry

    17th out of 50 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    153 70%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    27th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    14th

    14

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