Program Overview
The Chemistry at University of Colorado Denver 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,243 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 373 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Denver, 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
- 21-23 credit hours of formal course work, including three of the four graduate core courses
- 4-6 credit hours of CHEM 6950, Master\x92s Thesis research; successful completion of the Thesis research includes the presentation of the results as a Departmental seminar
- 3 credit hours of CHEM 6960, Master\x92s Report research
- a grade of C (2.0) or better in all courses completed: B- (2.67) or better in all core courses
- a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in all courses taken as a graduate student
- an acceptable formal thesis consistent with the guidelines of the Graduate School
- successful oral defense of the master\x92s thesis before a committee of at least three graduate faculty members, two of whom must be tenure track faculty members in the Chemistry Department
- compliance with all Graduate School rules, available from the Graduate School office or Web site UCD Catalog 2006\x9607
- 27-30 credit hours of formal course work, including all four graduate core courses
- at least 3 (but not more than 6) credit hours of CHEM 6960, Master\x92s Report research
- a grade of C (2.0) or better in all courses completed; B- (2.67) or better in all core courses
- a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in all courses taken as a graduate student
- a final research report
- presentation of the research project in a final seminar
- successful defense of the project before a committee of at least three graduate faculty members, one of whom must be a tenure track faculty member in the Chemistry Department.
- compliance with all Graduate School rules, available from the Graduate School office or Web site UCD Catalog 2006 \x96 07
- All work must be completed within five years of completion of the first graduate class in the Department
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Students must meet the UCD Downtown Campus Graduate School admission requirements. An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 is required. International students may have additional admission requirements concerning immigration status, proof of financial responsibility, and acceptable TOEFL scores.
An undergraduate major in chemistry essentially equivalent to the one offered at UCD (see the undergraduate requirements), including two semesters of organic, analytical and physical chemistry, with laboratories, and one semester of inorganic chemistry, is required. Failure to meet the full admission standards may lead to provisional admission. No student will be admitted to the graduate program who is not within two classes of meeting the undergraduate requirements.
The GRE examination is recommended, as is the advanced chemistry GRE examination. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the graduate program director for additional details concerning the chemistry program, admission procedures, financial assistance, and faculty research interests.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,243 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 373 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 1,243 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 373 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Colorado Denver 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 of Colorado at Denver
University of Colorado at Denver
Denver, United States
University of Colorado at Denver is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date August 2024
- Language English
- Duration 54 year(s)