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Chemistry: Molecular Simulation and Photonics – (M.Sc.)
University of Amsterdam
Faculty of Science
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: May (non-EEA: February). Start in 1 February: December (non-EEA: October). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,771 ≈ € 12,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | February, September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Molecular Simulation and Photonics focuses on state-of-the-art computational and photonic research of structure, dynamics and function in atomic, (bio)molecular and multiscale systems.
The programme is closely linked to leading international research programmes in the Amsterdam area, allowing the integration of teaching and research in: *Molecular Photoscience *Computational Physics and Chemistry *Theoretical Chemistry *Biophysics *Biomedical Physics *Quantum Atom Optics This programme involves leading research groups in chemistry and physics at the University of Amsterdam and VU University Amsterdam, which form part of the Amsterdam Institute for Lasers and Biophotonics (AILSBP) and the Amsterdam Centre for Multiscale Modelling (ACMM). Research groups of the allied Dutch National Institutes AMOLF (FOM Institute for Atomic and Molecular Physics) and the FOM Institute for Plasma Physics in Rijnhuizen also contribute to the programme. Research carried out by these groups is supported by numerous national and international (individual and institutional) grants. Using sophisticated computer simulations, chemists at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) have managed to shed light on the unfurling process of a sensor protein.
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Students can start the Master's programme Molecular Simulation and Photonics twice per academic year, in September and in February. This programme is a track of the Master's programme in Chemistry (UvA and VU).
The September programme starts with three compulsory courses on common themes within this track: Master Quantum Theory of Molecules and Matter, Lasers and Molecular Photonics and Statistical Theory of Complex Molecular Systems. During the rest of the year advanced courses are offered that are related to the selected study path, either in computational chemistry or molecular photonics. These study paths consist of specialisation courses, which are compulsory for one track and optional for the other.
Students entering the programme in February will start with one or more of the specialisation courses. Importantly, the programme provides ample choice in courses, not requiring knowledge obtained in the obligatory courses given in the first semester.
The interaction between research and teaching forms the basis for a high-level academic programme tailored to individual students' interests. Students design their own programme of study in consultation with the Programme Coordinator and Research Supervisors, and submit it to the examination committee for approval.
Research training
A small literature-based project and a large research project form an essential part of the programme. These take a year and are concluded with a thesis and a colloquium. Usually they are conducted within one of the associated research groups:
- Division of Theoretical Chemistry (VU University Amsterdam)
- Computational Chemistry Group (University of Amsterdam, Faculty of Science)
- Division of Physical Chemistry (VU University Amsterdam)
- Molecular Photonics (University of Amsterdam)
- Physics of light and matter (VU University Amsterdam)
- Biomedical- and BioPhysics (VU University Amsterdam)
Professional specialization within the Master’s programme
In general, Master’s students are trained to become independent researchers. But at the UvA Faculty of Science you can also choose to complete your Master’s programme with a professional specialization, that focuses on other skills than doing research. In that case you will follow the programme of your chosen scientific discipline during the first year of your Master’s, and the programme of the specialization during the second year.
You will graduate as a Master of Science.
There are three professional specializations available:
- Science Communication
- Teaching
- Management, Policy Analysis & Entrepreneurship.
A note to readers who don’t speak Dutch: Only the specialization Management, Policy Analysis & Entrepreneurship is described in English, because the other two specializations are only taught in Dutch.
Degree requirements
A Master of Science in Chemistry is awarded upon successful completion of all the core courses in the curriculum and a written Master's thesis based on an independent research project. This translates into a total of 120 ECTS credits.
Along with the Chemistry track, a Physics track allows an MSc in Physics. Courses from the Physics track can be selected in the Chemistry track and vice versa.
* Two entry points
Care has been taken to make it possible for students to enroll and start their studies at two points during the academic year. It is recommended to start the programme in September (the regular start date), but enrolling in February is also possible.
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Requirements
Grade average: Applicants are expected to have an overall grade point average (GPA) equivalant to at least: 1) 3.0 (American system) 2) 2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system) 3) C (ECTS-system)
Certified competences
Additional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 235
- TOEFL internet based: 90
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 580 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 235 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
The University of Amsterdam:
The University of Amsterdam provides a limited number of full and partial scholarships for excellent students from outside the European Economic Area. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships have specifically been designed to offer talented, ambitious and dedicated students the opportunity to pursue a Mast
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