Master of Science in Chemical Sciences and Instrumentation
The Master of Science in Chemical Sciences and Instrumentation programme is targeted at professionals looking to maximize their potential in the energy and chemicals industry, as well as recent graduates seeking a headstart in their careers.
Chemistry bridges the physical sciences with applied disciplines such as medicine and engineering, playing a crucial role in sustainable energy, electric vehicles, urban farming, 3D printing, nanotechnology, and other growing industries. In 2019, the International Council of Chemical Associations estimated that the chemical industry contributed 7% to global gross domestic product (GDP), and supported 120 million jobs worldwide. In Singapore, the energy and chemicals sector is one third of the total manufacturing output (around S$81 billion), and is projected to grow by an additional S$12.7 billion by 2025 according to a Ministry of Trade and Industry roadmap.
This Masters programme equips
students with transferable and interdisciplinary skills in chemistry, chemical
instrumentation, data science, and technopreneurship.
The curriculum includes advanced theoretical courses in the sub-disciplines of
chemistry, hands-on exposure to some of the latest equipment, as well as
training in commercialization, data analytics, and communication. The
complementary depth and breadth of the programme is aimed at helping graduates
adapt and thrive in a knowledge-based economy.
The MSc in Chemical Sciences and Instrumentation Programme is an intensive 1-year full-time or 2-year part-time programme by coursework.
It consists of 30 Academic Units (AU), with 15 AU of compulsory courses, 10 AU from the chosen specialisation's electives, and 5 AU from other electives:
- 15 AU of compulsory courses
- 10 AU of electives from a chosen specialisation track (see below)
- 5 AU of other electives
Successful completion of all coursework requirements, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, is required for completion of the programme.
Course List
Compulsory Courses
CM6800 Graduate Seminar | 4 AU |
CM6801 Academic Communication | 0 AU |
CM6810 Advanced Chemical Instrumentation | 2 AU |
CM6890 Research for MSc I | 6 AU |
TP6202 Technology Commercialisation | 3 AU |
Prescribed Electives (Synthesis and Life Sciences Specialisation)
CM6820 Graduate Basic and Technical Inorganic Chemistry | 2 AU |
CM6832 Drug Discovery & Development | 4 AU |
CM6850 Graduate Chemical Biology | 4 AU |
Prescribed Electives (Analytical and Nanotechnology Specialisation)
Unrestricted Electives
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