Chemistry - Materials Chemistry MChem
Master
In Bradford
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Bradford
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Duration
4 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
Materials chemistry is a really exciting area to be involved in, as new discoveries such as nanomaterials or new functional polymers, have the capacity to make major and immediate contributions to society.
As such, a graduate in materials chemistry will be well placed to take full advantage of exciting job opportunities in new areas of materials science.
Chemistry at the University of Bradford has recognised the importance of these emerging technologies and has invested heavily in staff and expertise. In such a fast-paced sector it is important that a materials chemist receives a learning experience that is at the forefront of the discipline.
Our materials chemists are leading on the development of exciting projects in functional polymers for the detection of bacteria, the use of nanomaterials in drug delivery and the use of novel molecular organic frameworks for hydrogen storage.
The materials chemistry curriculum has been designed around a solid understanding of the fundamental science, and an appreciation of the exciting applications possible with these new materials.
During the first two years, you will develop a sound understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry, with core content delivered across the traditional areas of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry.
To give you an intellectually fulfilling experience our chemistry courses allow you to take 20 credits of elective modules in stages 1 and 2, with subjects offered from across the university’s teaching portfolio such as mathematics, engineering, economics and more.
In the third year we will introduce you to specialist content in medicinal, materials and analytical chemistry. You will also have the opportunity to study a specific subject to a greater depth during an extended dissertation.
It is possible to exit after stage 3 with a BSc (Hons) in Chemistry..
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Subjects
- Teaching
- Organic Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Sound
- Materials
- International
- University
- Project
- Engineering
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Materials Chemistry
Course programme
The modules for this course can be found in the latest programme specification.
Our degrees have been structured to give students choice and flexibility. During the first two years, students will develop a sound understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry, with core content delivered across the traditional areas of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry. However, we believe that an intellectually fulfilling university experience should allow students to sample subjects from outside the Chemistry subject area. Hence all our chemistry programmes allow students to take 20 credits of elective modules in stages 1 and 2, with subjects offered from across the university’s teaching portfolio.
The third year will introduce students to specialist content in medicinal, materials and analytical chemistry. Students will also have the opportunity to study a specific subject by choosing to a greater depth during an extended dissertation. It is possible to exit after stage 3 with a BSc (Honours) in Chemistry. In the Masters year, students will then specialise in materials chemistry. The advanced study in the chosen area will allow students to develop a deeper understanding of the application of chemistry to solving real-world problems.
Masters-level training focuses on deploying training in real-world settings and students develop professional practice experience in an academic research setting.. Academic research experience involves working on students own project as part of a This will allow students to enhance their CV and gain real experience of chemistry applications.
Stage 1
- Organic Chemistry 1 (20 credits)
- Physical Chemistry 1 (20 credits)
- Inorganic Chemistry 1 (20 credits)
- Practical Chemistry 1 (40 credits)
- Elective (20 credits)
Stage 2
- Organic Chemistry 2 (20 credits)
- Physical Chemistry 2 (20 credits)
- Inorganic Chemistry 2 (20 credits)
- Practical Chemistry 2 (40 credits)
- Elective (20 credits)
Stage 3
- Organic Chemistry 3 (20 credits)
- Introduction to Polymer and Colloid Science (20 credits)
- Practical Chemistry 3 (20 credits)
- Bio-organic and Bio-inorganic Chemistry (20 credits)
- Molecular Analysis (20 credits)
- Stage 3 Research Project (20 credits)
Stage 4
- Stage Four Research Project (60 credits)
- Inorganic Materials Chemistry (20 credits)
- Fundamentals of Nano and Supramolecular Materials (20 credits)
Then 20 credits from the following options (depending on availability):
- Computational Crystal Engineering (20 credits)
- Materials Characterisation (20 credits)
Chemistry - Materials Chemistry MChem