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Chemistry

Master

The Leiden Institute of Chemistry organises two MSc programmes: MSc Chemistry and MSc Life Science & Technology.

The Master’s programme of Chemistry consists of the following specialisations:

  • Research in Chemistry

  • Chemistry and Education

  • Chemistry and Business Studies

  • Chemistry and Science Communication & Society

Details about their Programmes and Organisation can be found at:
MSc Programmes at the Leiden Institute of Chemistry

For our current research activities visit: Leiden Institute of Chemistry

For the course schedule visit: MSc schedule Chemistry and Life Science and Technology

  • Programme structure
  • Compulsory courses
  • Chemical Biology Core
  • Energy & Sustainability Core
  • Elective courses

MSc Chemistry

All master students must follow a basic theoretical training comprising of at least

  • Academic writing 2 EC

  • Science Methodology 4 EC

  • Core courses 24 EC in one of the two research areas of the institute

Futhermore, all students must take the compulsory co-curricular component "WORK!" for career orientation.

Additional training within the specialisations:

Research in Chemistry

The research specialisation offers the student the opportunity to spend two full years on training and specialisation not only to become an independent and creative researcher, but also someone who can use their analytical skills to resolve challenges in their career in science or in society. The majority of the students with an MSc in Research in Chemistry will continue their career in a PhD position.

  • Essay & colloquium 6 EC

  • Research training projects 60-80 EC

  • Electives 24-4 EC

Chemistry and Business Studies

The specialisation Chemistry and Business Studies (BS) offers students the possibility to combine chemistry with knowledge, insights and skills in the area of management and business.
Students are encouraged to broaden their horizon, to form an opinion on and prepare for a career in industry and to enhance competences for pursuing business opportunities created in science and research.

  • Research training projects 30-50 EC

  • Business Studies programme 40 EC

  • Electives 20-0 EC

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Chemistry and Science Communication and Society

The specialisation Chemistry and Science Communication and Society (SCS) offers students the possibility to combine chemistry and science communication. Students are prepared for a career in popularisation of science or for a career as a scientist with a communicating mind-set.

  • Research training projects 30-50 EC

  • Science Communication and Society programme 40 EC

  • Electives 20-0 EC

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Chemistry and Education

The specialisation Chemistry and Education (EDU) prepares students for a career as chemistry (scheikunde) teacher qualified to teach in Dutch secondary education.

  • Research training projects 30 EC

  • Education programme 60 EC

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