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Chemistry, Synthetic and Analytical Chemistry - Master Programme

Master's programme · 2 years · 120 credits

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Description

Are you passionate about producing new molecules and materials, examining the world of chemical compounds or solving environmental problems at the molecular level? If so, this Master’s programme could be right for you. After graduation, you can embark on a career in either academia or at a research-intensive company.

Programme overview

The Master’s programme provides both theoretical and practical knowledge in analytical, organic, organometallic and coordination chemistry. Some of the areas covered include drug production, food, environmental issues and nanotechnology. You will obtain specialised knowledge in advanced organic synthesis, learn about reaction mechanisms in organometallic compounds and the importance of metals in biological systems. You will obtain ample experience in different chromatography and mass spectrometry methods as well as in modern characterisation methods. The importance of green analytical chemistry for a sustainable society is also emphasised. 

As a student you will practice independently planning, conducting and critically evaluating interdisciplinary research projects from a chemical perspective. You will also learn to use scientific literature as well as manage and analyse data in various forms. Teaching takes place on modern premises and in laboratories with advanced equipment. The format of the programme varies and includes lectures, seminars, group exercises, extensive laboratory work, calculation exercises, computer exercises and project work, including oral and written presentations.

The programme has strong ties with research. All of the teaching staff are researchers, and the course content is continuously adapted based on current research. The Department of Chemistry is characterised by a broad spectrum of basic research and applied research, as well as close contact with industry and external research centres. Lund is also home to two unique research facilities – the MAX IV Laboratory and the ESS (European Spallation Source) neutron source, the latter of which is currently being constructed. The facilities offer applications in many areas of chemistry. The language of instruction is English in the Master’s programme.

Programme structure

You can influence and plan your study design to a large extent. You will begin the first semester with a course on molecular driving forces and chemical bonding. The recommendation for the next course is advanced analytical chemistry. During the spring semester courses on advanced organic chemistry, organometallic chemistry and coordination chemistry will follow.

In the second academic year you can take more courses depending on the scope of your degree project. The degree project can be worth 30, 45 or 60 credits and is conducted in a research team or at a company. If you decide to do a degree project worth less than the maximum number of credits, you can do a second project. The Master’s programme offers the option of doing an internship, which can provide valuable professional contacts during the programme.

Career prospects

The Master’s programme provides you with general and subject-specific skills that prepare you for a career in the chemical industry, other related industries and the public sector, or you can continue to doctoral studies. Typical employment in industry includes working as a research and development engineer at an innovative start-up or as a synthetic organic chemist at a large pharmaceutical company, for example. Employers have been full of praise for our graduates’ laboratory skills.

 

Open for applications

Application opportunities

Open for late applications

The regular application round has closed, but this programme is accepting late applications. See all programmes that are currently open for late applications on universityadmissions.se and apply now. 

However, if you apply late as a non-EU student, please note that it might be difficult for you to get admitted in time to start your studies in Lund. 

Apply at Universityadmissions.se

Contact

Program coordinator

Sophie Manner

Email: sophie [dot] manner [at] chem [dot] lu [dot] se

Study advisor

Lovisa Andersson

Phone: +46 46 222 83 57

Email: lovisa [dot] andersson [at] kilu [dot] lu [dot] se

Requirements and selection

Entry requirements

Specialisation: Synthetic and Analytical Chemistry

Bachelor’s degree of at least 180 credits or the equivalent, including at least 90 credits in chemistry, of which at least 7.5 credits must be in general chemistry, 15 credits in physical chemistry, 15 credits in inorganic chemistry, 22.5 credits in organic chemistry, 15 credits in analytical chemistry. In addition to courses in chemistry, 15 credits in mathematics are required.

Proficiency in English equivalent to English 6/B from Swedish upper-secondary school.

Selection criteria

Based on grades awarded for previous academic courses in science, engineering and mathematics.

English language requirements

Most of Lund University’s programmes require English Level 6 (unless otherwise stated under 'Entry requirements'). This is the equivalent of an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 90. There are several ways to prove your English language proficiency – check which proof is accepted at the University Admissions in Sweden website. All students must prove they meet English language requirements by the deadline, in order to be considered for admission.

How to prove your English proficiency – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements

Check if there are any country-specific eligibility rules for you to study Bachelor's or Master's studies in Sweden:

Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se

Apply

Start Autumn Semester 2024

Day-time Lund, full time 100%

In English

Study period

2 September 2024 - 7 June 2026

Application

Late applications are being accepted

How to apply

Lund University uses a national application system run by University Admissions in Sweden. It is only possible to apply during the application periods.

When to apply for studies

Step 1: Apply online

  • Check that you meet the entry requirements of the programme or course you are interested in (refer to the section above on this webpage).
  • Start your application – go to the University Admissions in Sweden website where you create an account and select programmes/courses during the application period.
    Visit the University Admissions in Sweden website
  • Rank your programme/course choices in order of preference and submit them before the application deadline.

Step 2: Submit documents

  • Read about how to document your eligibility and how to submit your documents at the University Admissions in Sweden website. Follow any country-specific document rules for Master's studies or Bachelor's studies
    Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se
    Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se
     
  • Get all your documents ready:
    - official transcripts and high school diploma (Bachelor's applicants)
    - official transcripts and degree certificate or proof that you are in the final year of your Bachelor's (Master's applicants)
    - passport/ID (all applicants) and
    - proof of English proficiency (all applicants).
     
  • Prepare programme-specific documents if stated in the next paragraph on this webpage.
  • Upload or send all required documents to University Admissions before the document deadline.
  • Pay the application fee (if applicable – refer to the section below on this webpage) before the document deadline.

* Note that the process is different if you are applying as an exchange student or as a part of a cooperation programme (such as Erasmus+).
* If you have studied your entire Bachelor's programme in Sweden and all of your academic credits are in Ladok, you do not have to submit transcripts or your diploma when applying for a Master's programme. However, there may still be other documents you need to submit! See the link below. 

Svensk student? 
Läs instruktionerna om att söka till ett internationellt masterprogram på lu.se

Programme-specific documents

No programme-specific documents (such as a CV or letters of recommendation) are required when you apply for this programme.
 

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Tuition fees

Non-EU/EEA citizens

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 340 000

First payment: SEK 85 000

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Citizens of a country outside of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees. You pay one instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

EU/EEA citizens and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Application fee

If you are required to pay tuition fees, you are generally also required to pay an application fee of SEK 900 when you apply at the University Admissions in Sweden website. You pay one application fee regardless of how many programmes or courses you apply to.


*Note that there are no tuition or application fees for exchange students or doctoral/PhD students, regardless of their nationality.

Scholarships & funding

Lund University Global Scholarship programme

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Lund University Global Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarships

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students applying for studies in Sweden at Master's level.

Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website

Country-specific scholarships and funding options

Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University.

External scholarships

Information about scholarships from external organisations

Testimonials about this Master's