Course details

Master of Chemistry MChem
NZQF Level 9

About the course

Chemistry is at the foundation of the modern world. Everything that we eat, use and wear is made possible through modern chemistry.

This degree will offer the students the chance to further their chemistry knowledge and learn from experts in the field. The specialisations in analytical chemistry and materials science focus on real-world applications of chemistry.

The specialisations are designed to equip students with skills that will allow them to both progress their research study and make them job-ready.

Entry requirements

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in a relevant major with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 in 60 points above Stage II.

Or, alternatively, have completed a Bachelors degree and passed at least 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science with a GPA of 4.0, and a specialisation in Chemistry (provided that the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded).

Relevant majors include chemistry, medicinal chemistry, green chemistry, food science, chemical engineering, and materials engineering.

If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Chemistry with a minimum 4.0 GPA.

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.

About the provider

Located in the vibrant centre of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest city, The University of Auckland welcomes over 40,000 students each year, including 8,000 international students from over 100 countries.

As New Zealand’s largest and leading university, we harness the power of partnerships, research, teaching, excellence and equity to positively impact communities. Leading the way in sustainability and innovation, we tackle some of the world’s most compelling issues and challenges.

From academic support, student wellbeing and career support, we offer a wide range of pastoral care to all our students to help you stay well and succeed.

Our main campuses are in Auckland, a cosmopolitan and multicultural city where you can experience the best of urban living with nature at your doorstep..

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