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Tuition EUR 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Cork, Ireland
Language English

Program Overview

The Analytical Chemistry at University College Cork is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Analytical Chemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Cork, Ireland

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Analytical Chemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Modern Analytical Techniques, Chemical Data Analysis and GLP
  2. Separation Science, Sensors and Process Analytical Technology
  3. Materials, Pharmaceutical and Bio-analysis
  4. Practice of Analytical Chemistry
  5. Industry Led Workshops
  6. Taught Postgraduate Transferable Skills Development

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

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 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. Part-time candidates with sufficient day release time can sit for the written examinations after 12 months from the date of first registration for the programme, provided that they have completed all required coursework.

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, as directed by the Professor of Analytical Chemistry or the Programme Co-ordinator.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University College Cork directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University College Cork

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University College Cork

Cork, Ireland

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  • Start Date October 2025
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months