Chemical Physics MChemPhys 60 months Undergraduate Programme By The University of Edinburgh |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

60 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

ChemistryMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Chemistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Chemical physics is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across two major fields of physical science:

  • from the fundamental physics of individual atoms and molecules to soft and hard condensed matter physics
  • from dealing with matter from the molecules of life to the latest technological materials

A modern chemical physicist is equipped with the tools to make contributions to a sustainable, secure and healthy future for the coming generations, through the development of:

  • efficient renewable energy sources
  • smart materials and devices
  • targeted medicinal therapies

The Master of Chemical Physics (MChemPhys) degree programme covers topics in all branches of the discipline, from the fundamentals to the most advanced understanding and application.

In the early years, we will provide a solid foundation in the core subjects of: 

  • chemistry
  • mathematics
  • physics

The extra year of study (compared to the corresponding BSc degree) will introduce you to more advanced knowledge, with a focus on the skills needed for original scientific research, including: 

  • methods
  • intellectual approaches
  • practical skills
  • associated IT skills

You will develop greater leadership and organisational skills through group-based learning and open-ended projects. 

In your final year, you will gain hands-on experience of research and carry out an in-depth full year individual research project with a choice of location and content.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Chemistry

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Chemical physics is an interdisciplinary subject that cuts across two major fields of physical science:

  • from the fundamental physics of individual atoms and molecules to soft and hard condensed matter physics
  • from dealing with matter from the molecules of life to the latest technological materials

A modern chemical physicist is equipped with the tools to make contributions to a sustainable, secure and healthy future for the coming generations, through the development of:

  • efficient renewable energy sources
  • smart materials and devices
  • targeted medicinal therapies

The Master of Chemical Physics (MChemPhys) degree programme covers topics in all branches of the discipline, from the fundamentals to the most advanced understanding and application.

In the early years, we will provide a solid foundation in the core subjects of: 

  • chemistry
  • mathematics
  • physics

The extra year of study (compared to the corresponding BSc degree) will introduce you to more advanced knowledge, with a focus on the skills needed for original scientific research, including: 

  • methods
  • intellectual approaches
  • practical skills
  • associated IT skills

You will develop greater leadership and organisational skills through group-based learning and open-ended projects. 

In your final year, you will gain hands-on experience of research and carry out an in-depth full year individual research project with a choice of location and content.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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