Science, MSc by Research

University of Greenwich
Postgraduate MSc (Res) Full-time 1.5 Years Chemistry

About this course

Our Master's by Research in Science combines taught courses with a major research element. It’s ideal for graduates wishing to apply advanced skills to industry-style projects.

This course allows you to follow a structured route into scientific research. For the taught element, you select from a wide range of modules across the natural and life sciences appropriate to your individual research topic, with the guidance of your supervisor. The course is suited to students interested in a postgraduate research qualification and strengthening their insight into the mechanics of research in science.

Your research can cover a broad range of areas, including biology, chemistry, forensic science, and human nutrition. Many research projects we support span across these disciplines. You'll benefit from one-to-one project supervision with specialist academics and strong links with industry. We've also invested heavily in extensive research facilities, including electron microscopes, mass spectrometers, and specialist bench-top analytical equipment, which are available to you at our Medway Campus in Kent.

What you should know about this course

  • You can choose from a broad range of research areas.

  • Study at our Medway Campus in Kent and benefit from state-of-the-art scientific research facilities.

  • Research in the Faculty of Engineering and Science has received worldwide praise and recognition. Work alongside internationally-recognised faculty researchers.
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc (Res)

    Location: Chatham

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1.5 Years

    Qualification: MSc (Res)

    Location: Chatham

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    3116 Planning, process and production technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    3115 Quality assurance technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc (Res)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1.5 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Chatham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Chemistry