M.Sc. Chemistry
Leiden University
| Application deadline: | Start in 1 February: December (non-EEA: October). Start in 1 September: June (non-EEA: April). |
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| Start date: | February 2014, September 2013 |
| Credits: | 120 ECTS |
| Duration full-time: | 24 months |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
| Educational variant: | Full-time |
Description
In this internationally-oriented programme you will focus on how chemistry can find tailored solutions for complex societal problems in human health and environmental issues.
The famous Herman Boerhaave became Leiden Professor of Chemistry in 1718. Since then, many internationally acclaimed chemists have contributed to research and education at Leiden University. Today, the Leiden Institute of Chemistry is home to various research groups. The institute is surrounded by a Science Park with high-tech companies and several other science institutes. This setting facilitates interdisciplinary research in physics, biology, pharmaceutical and medical sciences. You will have the opportunity to work with internationally renowned researchers. In the specialisations - Communication, Education or Science-Based Business and Research - specific career opportunities in science-related professions can be explored. Within the specialisations students have the choice of three major research areas: Biological Chemistry, Design & Synthesis, Physical & Theoretical Chemistry.
Contents
Specialisations
- Chemistry and Education
- Chemistry and Science Communication and Society
- Chemistry and Science-Based Business
- Research in Chemistry
Requirements
- Language requirements:
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL paper based: 570
- TOEFL computer based: 230
- TOEFL internet based: 88
- Dutch students with VWO level English are exempt from this requirement
- A BSc degree with a major Chemistry from any Dutch university.
Students holding such degree will directly be admitted to the programme.
The choice in elective courses in the Master of Science programme may be limited by the need to adapt the programme to the present knowledge of the candidate. - For all other candidates, such as students with a degree related to chemistry, HBO Bachelors as well as for foreign students, the Admission Committee will judge the equivalence to these Bachelor of Science degrees of their previous training.
- For the track Chemistry and Education proof of proficiency in Dutch is also required.
The admission process may include an interview by the Admissions Committee.
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL paper-based test score: | 570 |
| TOEFL computer-based test score: | 230 |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 88 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
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