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Chemistry (Master's)
Chemistry is the science of the substances that build up everything around us, from atoms and molecules, to materials and medicines. Chemistry gives us the opportunity to create new solutions to meet global challenges in energy, health, environment and technology.
- Duration
- 2 years
- Study places
- 23
- ECTS credits
- 120
- Start of study
- Autumn and spring
- Teaching language
- Norwegian and English
What will you learn?
Chemistry is the central, creative science. The chemical science is a framework for understanding, utilising and shaping our material world. Chemistry happens everywhere, and knowledge of chemistry is needed for:
- Progress in modern medicine
- Tackling global and local environmental issues
- Developing new, functional materials and products
Under the Master’s study programme, you will gain detailed insight into chemical principles, relationships, materials and processes. You will acquire advanced knowledge and practical skills within selected topics and experimental techniques.
The Department of Chemistry has the most advanced tools available. This ensures the right tool for your research and that you are trained in the use of instrument techniques. This is also very relevant for future employers. You will undertake a Master’s project in one of the research groups in the department.
Student life
At the start of their studies, Master’s students find their supervisor and topic for the Master’s project. You become a natural part of your supervisor’s research group, where you participate in events, and discuss and learn more about current research in your chosen topic.
For your Master’s thesis, you can choose a topic from the broad field of chemistry and take an experimental or theoretical approach, or a combination of the two. You can artificially produce new materials or fuels, discover and characterise new natural compounds, or develop new instrumental protocols or new algorithms for computational design of new molecules with desired properties, and much more, in modern chemistry.
KFU-Valens, the student organisation for chemistry students, invites both Master’s and Bachelor’s students to participate in various social and academic events.
Career
Chemists play crucial roles in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, materials and food production. Environmental chemists work on issues related to pollution control, waste management and sustainable practices. In the pharmaceutical sector, chemists are involved in drug discovery, formulation and testing. Medicinal chemistry focuses on designing and optimising drugs. Analytical chemists use techniques to analyse substances, ensuring their safety, purity and compliance with regulations. Many chemists pursue research roles in universities, laboratories and research institutions.
Admission requirements and how to apply
Grade requirements: C (2.5)
Requires a minimum average grade of Norwegian grade C (2,5) or the equivalent, to be eligible for admission.
Students with citizenship from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland must pay tuition fees. Some applicants may be exempted from this rule.
Citizens from within the European Union/EEA (application deadline 1 March)
Nordic citizens and applicants residing in Norway (application deadline 15 April)
Submission deadline: 15.04.2024
Teaching language
Teaching language: Norwegian and English
Study structure
The programme lasts for two years, full-time (4 semesters) and is composed of 60 ECTS of courses and a Master’s thesis weighted at 60 ECTS (a total of 120 ECTS).
Normally, the student follows this structure:
Semester 1: 3 courses
Semester 2: 2 courses and starting up work on the Master’s project
Semester 3: 1 course and Master’s project
Semester 4: Master’s project and Master’s thesis
There are no common, mandatory courses for Master’s students. All courses are agreed by the supervisor and the student together.
Study abroad
You can perform some of your thesis work in a collaborating lab abroad if this suits your Master’s project and your supervisor agrees.
Further studies
Upon completion of your Master’s degree, you can apply for a paid position as a doctoral fellow (PhD) within the field of chemistry.
Questions about the study?
Phone number: +47 55 58 30 30
E-mail: studierettleiar@kj.uib.no
Study plan
A study plan is a formal document between you as a student and the University of Bergen. The study plan must provide a clear framework for the study, describe the learning goals you will achieve and how the study is structured.
