Master´s Degree Thesis in Chemistry, 60 Credits 60 credits
About the course
The student shall develop their knowledge of Chemistry, develop their ability to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies, and train in independently conducting and presenting a major assignment. The assignment should be of a research-like nature. The student is to actively take part in the planning of the project, independently complete the assignment, document and present the results both verbally and in writing. The written report is to contain a popular scientific summary which shall also address relevant societal and ethical aspects. The course also includes the critical examination and opposition of a degree project at second-cycle level.
The course is divided up into the following modules:
Module 1. Project description encompassing a literature study within a chosen project field which provides background and enables planning of the project. This is presented in writing (5 credits).
Module 2. Conducting the project, interim report (25 credits)
Module 3. Conducting the project, final report and opposition (30 credits)
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Autumn 2025
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Master´s Degree Thesis in Chemistry, 60 Credits
Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
Autumn 2025 / Umeå / English / On site
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Starts1 September 2025
Ends7 June 2026
Number of credits60 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace100%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-56021
Eligibility The four foundation courses in the master's program in chemistry; Biophysical-Chemical Concepts (5KE174), Advanced Experimental Tools in Chemistry (5KE175), Chemometrics (5KE053) Computational Chemistry (5KE176) or equivalent. English 6/B or equivalent.SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationApplication deadline was 15 April 2025. The application period is closed. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 152,300
Total fee: SEK 152,300
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Spring 2026
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Master´s Degree Thesis in Chemistry, 60 Credits
Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
Spring 2026 / Umeå / English / On site
Application opens 15 September 2025Show more Show less
Starts19 January 2026
Ends17 January 2027
Number of credits60 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace100%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-56119
Eligibility The four foundation courses in the master's program in chemistry; Biophysical-Chemical Concepts (5KE174), Advanced Experimental Tools in Chemistry (5KE175), Chemometrics (5KE053) Computational Chemistry (5KE176) or equivalent. English 6/level 2 or equivalent.SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationThe online application opens 15 September 2025 at 09:00 CET. Application deadline is 15 October 2025. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 152,300
Total fee: SEK 152,300
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