Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemistry with Materials
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The course in Chemistry with Materials (Honours) will equip you with a broad and balanced appreciation of the core areas of chemistry; ranging from inorganic, organic, physical and analytical chemistry, to computational chemistry, macromolecular chemistry and photochemistry, to name a few. During the course, students will gain a basic knowledge of materials science and technology. You will be provided with a range of practical skills in the main areas of chemistry in order to understand and assess risks and work safely in a chemical laboratory. Your inclined skill set and knowledge will proceed them to graduate or further their studies in chemistry or a multi-disciplinary area involving chemistry. Participation in the Erasmus+ mobility programme for a more diverse and multicultural academic journey is encouraged by the department. In your final year, you will be able to demonstrate your knowledge by carrying out a research-based dissertation. The course in Chemistry with Materials (Honours) will equip you with a broad and balanced appreciation of the core areas of chemistry; ranging from inorganic, organic, physical and analytical chemistry, to computational chemistry, macromolecular chemistry and photochemistry, to name a few. During the course, students will gain a basic knowledge of materials science and technology. You will be provided with a range of practical skills in the main areas of chemistry in order to understand and assess risks and work safely in a chemical laboratory. Your inclined skill set and knowledge will proceed them to graduate or further their studies in chemistry or a multi-disciplinary area involving chemistry. Participation in the Erasmus+ mobility programme for a more diverse and multicultural academic journey is encouraged by the department. In your final year, you will be able to demonstrate your knowledge by carrying out a research-based dissertation. The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of s
Career Opportunities
The course provides you with the necessary academic background for a chemistry career in industrial and teaching environments and fulfils the requirements for postgraduate studies at Masters or Doctoral level in chemistry and related subjects.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CHE1204 Principles of Materials Modelling 3 ECTS CHE1215 Methods of Chemical Calculations 6 ECTS CHE1360 Principles of Organic Chemistry 6 ECTS (NC) CHE1700 Chemistry Practical 1 4 ECTS (NC) Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CHE1340 Principles of Inorganic Chemistry 4 ECTS (NC) CHE1350 Principles of Analytical Chemistry 4 ECTS (NC) CHE1356 Principles and Industrial Applications of Chemical Metrology 5 ECTS LIN1063 Academic Reading and Writing in English 2 ECTS MME1201 Fundamentals of Material Science 1 5 ECTS PHY1020 Basic Concepts in Physics 1 2 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CHE1217 Additional Techniques of Chemical Calculations 4 ECTS CHE1330 Principles of Physical Chemistry 4 ECTS (NC) CHE1384 Principles of Solid State Chemistry 4 ECTS MME1202 Physical Metallurgy and Diffusion 5 ECTS PHY1030 Basic Concepts in Physics 2 2 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to Year II: 60 ECTS credits Year 2 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CHE2365 Organic Chemistry 2 5 ECTS (NC) CHE2375 Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics 5 ECTS (NC) CHE3155 Chemistry of Main Group Elements 5 ECTS (NC) CHE3245 Separation Techniques and Analytical Chemistry 5 ECTS (NC) MME2203 Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Materials 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CHE2075 Introductory Environmental Chemistry 5 ECTS (NC) CHE2364 Organic Spectroscopy 5 ECTS (NC) CHE2385 Chemistry of Co-ordination Compounds 5 ECTS (NC) CHE3135 Physical Chemistry of Liquids and Solutions 6 ECTS (NC) CHE3255 Organic Chemistry 3 5 ECTS (NC) MEC2101 Statics and Mechanics of Materials for Scientists 5 ECTS MME2205 Fundamentals of Material Science 2 4 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to y
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements A pass at Advanced Level at Grade C or better in Chemistry and a pass at Intermediate Level at Grade C or better in either Physics or Pure Mathematics. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 10,800 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 180
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