Program Overview
The Chemistry at Southern Illinois University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences, 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 Chemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 29,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Carbondale, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
- Environmental Chemistry
- Instrumental Analytical Chemistry
- Forensic Chemistry
- Intermediate Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Biophysical Chemistry
- Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy
- Classical Physical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry Laboratory
- Application of Symmetry to Chemistry
- Principles of Materials Chemistry
- Special Topics in Chemistry
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- Advanced Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
- Introduction to Analytical Separations
- Analytical Chemistry Instrumentation
- Analytical Spectroscopy
- Electrochemistry
- Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- Principles of Mass Spectrometry
- Fluorescence Spectroscopy
- Nanoscale Probing and Imaging
- Nanoscale Probing and Imaging
- Advanced Topics in Analytical Chemistry
- Organic Structure and Reactivity
- Mechanistic Organic Chemistry
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry
- Biomolecular Structure and Function
- Advanced Topics in Biological Chemistry
- Introduction to Quantum Chemistry
- Molecular Orbital Theory
- Advanced Molecular Spectroscopy
- Statistical Thermodynamics
- Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry
- Methods of Materials Characterization
- Topics in Advanced Materials
- Introduction to Research
- Special Readings in Chemistry
- Advanced Seminar in Chemistry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An application form.
- Financial Statement.
- Your official academic credentials.
- Official TOEFL report, if required, sent from Educational Testing Service.
- Three letters of recommendation from your major professors if requested by the department.
- Other information as deemed necessary by the Graduate School and your major department.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 29,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 29,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern Illinois University 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 Southern Illinois University
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, United States
Southern Illinois University is a system of public universities in the southern region of the U.S. state of Illinois. Its headquarters is in Carbondale, Illinois.
University Profile- Language English
- Credits 11