MSc Materials and Molecular Modelling
Below are details about this programme for 2024 to 2025. Applications for September 2024 is open now. Further information about °×С½ãÂÛ̳ graduate programmes can be found on the °×С½ãÂÛ̳ Graduate degrees page.ÌýThis programme is also accredited by the RSC (Royal Society of Chemistry).
There is a growing need by industry for staff trained in computational molecular sciences. This new multidisciplinary MSc will teach simulation tools used in a wide range of applications, including catalysis and energy materials, nanotechnology and drug design, and will provide transferable skills to other fields, thereby broadening employment prospects.
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Degree Structure:
Properties of materials are important to all aspects of life. Students will gain detailed knowledge and skills in molecular modelling, focusing on the state-of-the art simulation techniques employed in materials research.
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.
The programme consists of the following COMPULSORY modules:
- Research ProjectÌý(90 credits)
- Masters Literature ProjectÌý(30 credits), which is linked to the area chosen for the research project
- Transferable Skills for ScientistsÌý(15 credits) with a career development plan focus
- Simulation Methods in Materials ChemistryÌý(15 credits), where students are taught the background theory and algorithms employed in modelling materials and which is implemented in materials modelling software
- Frontiers in Materials ModellingÌý(15 credits), a unique module for this programme where students use several internationally leading materials modelling software
Students MUST then select ONE of the following two optional modules:
- Topics in Modern ChemistryÌý(15 credits) - this is a flexible module where students can selectÌýto study several topics from a broad range of topics in computational chemistry or other areas in chemistry. Students will therefore be able to create a bespoke module tailored uniquely to their own interests and research area
- Advanced Topics in Environmental and Energy Materials (15 credits)
Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change.
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