Cork,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Chemistry - Analysis of Pharmaceutical Compounds in Cork Ireland | University College Cork
University College Cork
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Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
23,500
(c. USD27,160.6)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our MSc programs focus on three core disciplines: Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Analytical Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Analysis. These programs deliver comprehensive theoretical understanding and practical experience with contemporary analytical instrumentation. Key components include separation science, sensor technology, spectroscopic methods, chemometrics, instrumentation, and an intensive research project. Participants can concentrate on their preferred specialization, with exceptional graduates having the opportunity to progress to Ph.D. studies.
The one-year MSc in Pharmaceutical Compound Analysis equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical competencies for careers across various sectors demanding analytical proficiency. The program structure includes six months of classroom instruction, hands-on lab work, professional development sessions, industry seminars, facility tours, followed by a six-month research placement (available in industrial, research, or international settings).
Developed through collaboration between academic faculty and industry advisors, the curriculum addresses current employer needs. Participants may conduct their research project either domestically or internationally within industrial or academic settings. Additionally, students can showcase their findings at the annual George Guilbault Symposium, an industry-sponsored event featuring competitive awards for outstanding research presentations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Entry Requirements - Direct Entry
Candidates must have obtained at least a Second Class Honours in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent in a subject(s) related to that of the MSc programme.
The number of places is limited and selection will be made on the basis of the candidate's performance in his/her primary degree.
Graduates with equivalent qualifications in related areas of science and technology, or with proven and relevant industrial experience can be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for places following interview and assessment. Candidates must be approved by the Professor of Analytical Chemistry and/or the Co-ordinator of the MSc Programme, and by the College of Science, Engineering and Food Science.
Bridging courses may be assigned as a pre-requisite depending on the background of the individual candidate.
Entry Requirements - via the Postgraduate Diploma
Candidates having obtained at least a Second Class Honours, Grade I at the first attempt in a Postgraduate Diploma course in a cognate area of science and technology are eligible to apply. Candidates having obtained at least a Second Class Honours, Grade I at the first attempt in the Postgraduate Diploma course (in any of these analytical science programmes offered at UCC), can qualify to convert to the MSc programme in the same year, and be permitted to undertake the Research Dissertation Module.
Duolingo English Test: DET 120 (with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section)
IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20
Cambridge Examinations:
C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First
176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test
Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59
Tuition
EUR
23,500