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Nanomaterials Chemistry (MSc
MSc Nanomaterials Chemistry (1 Year Full Time)
The MSc Nanomaterials Chemistry course will give you the opportunity to learn about the synthesis, characterisation, and application of nanomaterials to technologies that are shaping the future. You will acquire knowledge and key skills in the application of modern materials in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, electronics and catalysis. Science and Engineering graduates interested in the dynamic fi eld of nanomaterials are encouraged to apply.
The key focus of the course is the chemistry of nanoscale devices and particularly the design of responsive materials. There is strong emphasis on developing technical skills and professional attributes. Hence the course will equip you with understanding of the sector, technical capability and relevant subject knowledge for a career in the high-tech materials industry early online at www.ucd.ie/apply
in Ireland and abroad.
Nanosized materials exhibit different optical and electronic properties than the bulk scale. These properties can be harnessed for a range of applications from imaging to catalysis. In this picture the beautiful colours of gold nanoparticles ranging in size from red 20nm to blue 130nm can be seen. Images © UCD Research
Course Content and Structure
90 credits taught masters
45 credits taught modules
Modules in the programme include:
Autumn Trimester n Nanochemistry Techniques Lab n Biomaterials n Physics of Nanomaterials n Advanced Atomic Force Microscopy for
Bionanoscience n Nanochemistry Seminar Series n Research Integrity
45 credits research project
Spring Trimester n Current trends in Nanomedicine n Professional Career Development n Nanomaterials Chemistry n Advanced Characterisation Techniques n Biomimicry - Learning from Nature
Summer Trimester
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This programme receives signifi cant interest so please apply n Research Project
Entry Requirements
n This programme is intended for applicants with a degree in Science or Engineering, whereby the applicant has suffi cient background in chemistry including some practical experience in the chemistry laboratory. An upper second class honours or international equivalent is required. n Applicants whose fi rst language is not English must also demonstrate English language profi ciency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent, such as
TOEFL (iBT) score of 90 or PTE score of 63.
Modules and topics shown are subject to change and are not guaranteed by UCD.
Career Opportunities
The MSc in Nanomaterials Chemistry provides a basis for graduates to enter the chemical, pharmaceutical, biopharma, advanced manufacturing and materials industries, including the burgeoning 3D printing and medical device sectors. Analytical services, environmental protection, and primary and secondary school teaching present other possibilities. This course is also a route for students into different PhD programmes.
Faculty Profi le
Professor Kenneth A. Dawson is Director of the Centre for BioNano Interactions (CBNI) and Chair of Physical Chemistry at University College Dublin. He has several years of experience of leading international research teams to understand how nanomaterials interact with living systems.
