School of Chemistry

FACULTY OF MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES

CHEMISTRY
POSTGRADUATE MASTERS DEGREES

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contents
03 Welcome
04 Study for a Masters degree at Leeds
06 Masters Programmes
06 MSc Chemical Biology and Drug Design
07 MSc Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals
08 MSc Chemical Process Research
and Development
10 Entry requirements & how to apply
12 Why Leeds
14 Studying in Leeds
16 International Students
18 Scholarships, Fees
and Accommodation
19 Visit Us

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Welcome to the
School of Chemistry
The School is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for the quality of its research.
This means that every day you will be guided through the world of chemistry
by scientists who have an international reputation for their subject knowledge.

The School warmly welcomes postgraduate students

to our range of Masters courses. We take pride in the
calibre of our staff, in the quality of our teaching and
in the successes of our students as they develop their
career potential, within a stimulating and supportive
academic environment.
The School is comprised of four research sections,
Colour Science, Inorganic & Materials Chemistry,
Organic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry, each
with an enviable reputation for research. We have
55 academic and academic-related staff, in
excess of 140 postgraduate students and 50
postdoctoral fellows.

We are located in our own building, adjacent to the

iconic Parkinson Building, with our own laboratories,
teaching space, tutorial rooms and study areas.
All students are encouraged to take part in the life of
the School and to contribute to the range of academic
and social activities available. Our students come from
a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds which
ensures a lively and exhilarating international
environment in which to study.
Chemistry is one of the broadest and most intriguing
of all the sciences. Leeds researchers are involved in
the development of new medicines to help combat
diseases such as cancer and multidrug resistant
bacteria. We are developing new catalysts to make
reactions work more efficiently and new materials that
appear in devices all around the home. It is chemists
who really understand how the atmosphere works and
give us the knowledge which helps us predict changes
to the climate. From the nanometer scale of quantum
mechanics to the light years of evolution and
interstellar reactions, chemistry has shaped and
continues to shape our lives.

We look forward to welcoming

you in person.

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Study for a Masters degree at Leeds

Why Leeds
When you choose to study a Masters at
Leeds School of Chemistry you will benefit
from the use of our excellent facilities, our
exceptional student support and a welcoming
atmosphere, all of which serves to nurture your
learning potential.

Our courses have been developed in close

cooperation with industry and many companies
and organisations, such as the Clothworkers
Company (www.clothworkers.co.uk) and
Society of Dyers and Colourists
(www.sdc.org.uk) provide support for our
students, through the provision of scholarships,
work placement opportunities and contributions
to lectures, workshops and projects.
The excellence of our teaching and quality of
our programmes is recognised by professional
bodies around the world. Some of our courses
were the first postgraduate programmes to be
accredited in the UK by the Royal Society
of Chemistry.

The University of Leeds is well known globally

for the quality of its education and research,
and our degrees are recognised by employers
and universities worldwide. In the last Research
Assessment Exercise (RAE) the School was
confirmed as one of the top Chemistry schools,
being ranked 8th in the UK.

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Our Masters programmes

All of our Masters programmes are strongly linked to
our research groups which means that you will be
taught by staff who are actively engaged in world-class
research and cutting-edge professional practice.
We organise our courses into taught modules
within which you will be assessed. You will also be
required to write a research dissertation or
undertake a research project. Each of our courses
consists of both compulsory and optional modules
giving you the flexibility to tailor your degree to suit
your needs and interests.

The School of Chemistry offers three

12 month Masters courses:

MSc Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals

This course aims to meet the needs of the polymer,
colorants and fine chemicals industries by
producing graduates with advanced knowledge
and research skills in colour science and in the
theory, application and analysis of polymers, fine
chemicals and colorants.
MSc Chemical Process Research and Development
This course aims to provide students from a
Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related science
and engineering background, with an advanced
knowledge of chemical process research and
development. The course is centred in the Institute
of Process Research and Development (iPRD),
a key interdisciplinary institute at the University.

MSc Chemical Biology and Drug Design

This MSc focuses on both chemical biology and
drug design. Chemical biology is the application of
chemical tools and ideas to biological and medical
problems. The course is taught by experts from
across the Astbury Centre in chemical biology,
biophysics and medicinal chemistry using a
problem-based approach.

A wide range of career opportunities

Our strong connections with industry ensure that our courses are up-to-date and in line with employer needs
which means once you have graduated you will be ideally placed to pursue a science related career of your
choosing in industry or progress onto a research degree.

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Masters Programmes
MSc Chemical Biology and Drug Design
Entry requirements:
A first or an upper second class honours degree or
equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related subject.

The pharmaceutical and biotechnology

industries are increasingly requiring
researchers with a strong background at the
interface between chemistry and biology.

Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry

This course is designed to bridge the gap
between an undergraduate degree in a core
subject, and genuine interdisciplinary
research. It will provide you with
rigorous training in an exciting area
of interdisciplinary science.
This taught Masters Course focuses on using
chemical methodology to tackle complex
biological and medical problems. The
approach is highly interdisciplinary and may
involve the interaction of, for example,
synthetic chemists with protein scientists.
You will be taught by experts from across
the Astbury Centre, an interdisciplinary
research group within the University, in
chemical biology, biophysics and medicinal
chemistry using a problem-based approach.
In addition, visiting lecturers from the
pharmaceutical industry provide expertise in
industrially-relevant applications of chemical
biology and drug design. The course takes
full advantage of the world-class facilities
available at Leeds through an extended
interdisciplinary research project
supervised by two members of staff with
complementary expertise.
The Chemical Biology and Drug Design course
draws on a set of five core modules:
Foundations of Chemical Biology
Chemical Biology Tools and Concepts
The Medicinal Chemistry of Drug
Development
Advanced Medicinal Chemistry
Emerging Topics in Chemical Biology

Together these modules will give you a

thorough grounding in contemporary chemical
biology and drug design as well as introducing
topics from the research frontier. In addition
you will choose from a wide range of
optional modules covering a wide variety
of topics from computational biology to
asymmetric synthesis.
The focal point of the course is the
interdisciplinary research project which will
contribute 50% of the mark for your degree.
With the core modules behind you, you will
be ideally positioned to choose an exciting
problem to investigate. The project will
provide you with key research experience to
take your career forward. You will spend over
four months in your supervisors' research
laboratories working alongside PhD students
and experienced postdoctoral researchers.
This MSc course has been strongly
supported by the research councils and the
pharmaceutical industry and is accredited by
the Royal Society of Chemistry; graduates
from the programme with an appropriate first
degree in chemistry satisfy the academic
requirements for the award of Chartered
Chemist (CChem) status.

Career opportunities
On graduation, you will be ideally placed
to undertake interdisciplinary research
in academia and the pharmaceutical
or biotechnology industry. You will also be in
a strong position to pursue a science-related
career, such as patent work, scientific
publishing or scientific administration.
In addition, this course places Masters
students in a strong position to forge a career
at companies that work at the interface
between chemistry and biology. The
pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
are increasingly requiring researchers with
a strong interdisciplinary background.
Many of our graduates have secured positions
on Chemical Biology and Medicinal
Chemistry PhD programmes in the UK and
internationally. The MSc provides tailored
training at the interface between chemistry
and the biological sciences, and will enhance
your prospects of securing a place on
one of these highly competitive
postgraduate programmes.

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MSc Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals

Entry requirements:
First or second class (2.2) honours degree or equivalent in
chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science
or a related subject.

This programme aims to meet the needs

of the cosmetics, biomaterial, polymer,
surface coatings and colorant industries,
providing you with advance knowledge and
practical skills in colour science and in the
theory, application and analysis of polymers
and surface coatings.
The MSc will equip you with skills including
planning experimentation and processes,
synthesis, characterisation and application
aspects, alongside a broad range of generic
skills such as problem-solving and
communication.

Career opportunities
There are a range of employment
opportunities in areas such as fine chemicals
manufacture (e.g. colorants, cosmetics,
food additives, healthcare products etc.),
polymers and polymeric additives (e.g. high
performance plastics, biopolymers, medical
implants, drugs), colour applications
(e.g. textile dyeing and printing, inks and
coatings), with companies such as Unilever,
P&G, GSK, Clariant, LOreal, Abbott
Laboratory, Akzo Nobel, Sun Chemical,
and BASF.
There are also opportunities to continue on to
PhD study with many projects supported by
industrial partners.

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MSc Polymers, Colorants

and Fine Chemicals

Teaching is by lectures, practical classes,

tutorials, seminars and on-site contact with
relevant industries, including a number of
visiting industrial lecturers. Extensive use is
made of IT and a wide range of materials is
available to enable you to study at your own
pace and in your own time, to enhance and
extend the material taught formally. The final
stage of study is the individual research
project, which is normally carried out within
one of the Departments research groups and
may also involve industrial collaboration.

Modules studied include:

Advanced Colour Science
Synthesis and Application of Polymers
Organic Synthesis for Fine Chemical and
Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Case Studies in Fine Chemical and
Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Instrumental Analysis and Characterisation
of Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals
Colour Application Technology

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MSc Chemical Process Research and Development

Entry requirements:
Students should hold or expect to obtain at least an upper
second class BSc (or equivalent) degree in Chemistry,
Chemical Engineering, or suitable alternative science or
engineering degree.

Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry

The course is centred in the Institute of Process Research and

Development (iPRD), a key interdisciplinary institute, which
links the School of Chemistry and School of Process,
Environmental and Materials Engineering (SPEME)
at the University of Leeds.
This course is industrially relevant, and much of it is
industrially led, including extensive use of seminars and
workshops by industrial speakers. The excellent facilities and the
range of expertise at Leeds mean that you will be able to
contribute to research at the cutting edge of process technology,
in industrially relevant areas, and in some cases with
significant industrial involvement.
To begin, you will study core material, starting with an initial
introduction to Process Chemistry and Chemical Technology
which will cover key techniques and methodology and will be
reinforced through deductive problem solving and student led
activities. You will then take your studies down one of three
routes, depending on your background, which cover chemistry
and chemical engineering at a range of levels. The modular
nature of the course allows students from differing backgrounds
to tailor the course to their own needs and interests.
All students then study advanced core modules, which lead
on to an extensive research project, normally jointly
supervised by a chemist and a chemical engineer.
Many research projects are industrially sponsored and
some can be carried out in industrial laboratories
when advantageous to do so.

Teaching is by lectures, practical classes, tutorials, seminars and

supervised research projects. Extensive use is made of IT and a
wide range of materials is available to enable students to study at
their own pace and in their own time to enhance and extend the
material taught formally.
Assessment is based on course work, research project
performance and written exams which take place at the end
of the semester in which the module is taught.

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Introductory Core Material

(All students)
Introduction to Process Chemistry and Chemical Technology

Chemists

Chemical Engineers

Advanced Organic
Synthesis
Batch Process
Engineering
Pharmaceutical
Product Formulation
Additional optional module(s)

Organic Synthesis
Pharmaceutical
Product Formulation
Pharmaceutical
Analytical Techniques
Additional optional
module(s)

Alternative Scientific
Backgrounds
Organic Synthesis
Batch Process
Engineering
Pharmaceutical
Product Formulation
Pharmaceutical
Analytical Techniques

Advanced Core Material (All Students)

Physical Organic Process Chemistry
Case Studies in Fine Chemical and Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Interdisciplinary Chemical Process Design Project

All Students
Interdisciplinary Research Project in Chemical Process Research and Development

Career opportunities
The industrial focus of the course and the shortage of suitably
qualified postgraduate students, with experience
at the chemical chemical engineering interface, ensures
excellent career prospects for successful graduates
and also provides a good route for progression onto further
postgraduate study at PhD level.
Career opportunities can be found in research, technical support
and production management roles, within the
chemical manufacturing industry, in particular fine chemicals,
dyestuffs, agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.

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Entry requirements & how to apply

Entry requirements

To be accepted onto one of these taught

postgraduate courses, students must hold
or expect to obtain at least a second class
honours BSc degree or higher in a relevant
subject. Acceptable subject areas and
grades can be found on the individual
course pages.
If English isnt your first language
You may require a language qualification to show that your English
is of a high enough standard to meet the demands of your course.
The University accepts IELTS, TOEFL or PTE qualifications with
the following minimum scores:
- IELTS (Academic): an overall score of 6.5
with at least 6.0 in all components;
- TOEFL iBT (internet-based test): an overall score of at least 92
with at least 21 in listening, 21 in reading, 23 in speaking,
and 22 in writing;
- PTE (Academic): an overall score of 64
with at least 60 in all components.
Other English Language qualifications may be acceptable,
please contact us at chem.msc@leeds.ac.uk to find out more.

How to apply
You can apply online or by post. If applying by post you will
need to send us a paper copy of the completed application
form, with your signature, before we can proceed with your
application. Emailed forms cannot be accepted on their own.
The closing date for UK/EU applicants is 10th September
and for international applicants it is 31st July.
Whether applying online or by post we require the
following documents in addition to your application form;
Original or certified copies of your transcripts
Original or certified copies of your degree certificate
Copy of passport (if applicable)
Letter of sponsorship (if applicable)
Two academic references
Original or certified copy of your IELTS/TOEFL results
(if applicable)
It may help your application if you include a personal
statement and CV.

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Our Masters courses are designed to give you an excellent

grounding for research in your chosen area of chemistry whilst
helping you gain and expand on your practical and professional
skills required to excel in an industry environment.

Careers and Employment

We have insured that each of our courses has
strong links with industry and our research
groups, giving you the chance to work on topics
of industrial relevance with opportunities to get
involved in industrial led projects and
cutting-edge research.
All of these opportunities allow you to network and
meet new people who will be valuable once you
graduate and are ready to take the next step in
your career, whether that is to go on to do a
PhD or work in industry. The contacts you make
whilst at Leeds will help you excel throughout
your career.
With a Masters in Chemistry there is a world
of opportunity and a range of job roles where your
degree would be useful. You will be well equipped
with key skills that can be applied across a huge
range of employment sectors. Whether you want
a practical, hands-on career working in the lab,

a managerial role or to develop professional skills

in areas such as patent law or journalism the
choices are vast.
The skills of the chemist are valued across
many employment sectors, including:
Agriculture
Chemical manufacture
Cosmetics and personal care
Education
Environmental consultancy
Food and drink
Government agencies
Oil and gas
Pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals
Paint and surface coatings
Paper and print
Plastics and polymers
Textiles

Many of our graduates have secured

positions on PhD programmes in the
UK and internationally. The School of
Chemistry hosts a wide range of PhD
programmes incorporating the topics
covered on our Masters courses.
The MSc programmes provide tailored
training in specialist areas which will
enhance your prospects of securing
a place on one of these highly competitive
postgraduate programmes.
For further information please visit
www.chem.leeds.ac.uk/postgraduate-research

For further information on careers

advice at Leeds please visit
http://careerweb.leeds.ac.uk

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Expert advice is available from the

University Careers Centre throughout
your time at Leeds. At the Centre you can
access expert support, facilities and
resources all-year-round. For the students
who are interested in enterprise, the
Centre can also assist you in starting your
own business through the Enterprise
Scholars scheme. It can help you with
business, training and transport costs,
introduce you to business and university
mentors, provide incubation space for
your business and help you to develop
your networks.

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Why Leeds
Our Research
In the latest Research Assessment
Exercise the School of Chemistry
had a Grade Point Average of 2.9
and 70% of its work rated world
leading or internationally excellent.
Our areas of research are wide ranging and focus
on some of the most important aspects of
modern life including climate change, health,
manufacturing efficiency and lifestyle. The total
live grant portfolio in Chemistry is 15.6M, with
an annual research spend of 4.5M.
Within the School of Chemistry we have four
research groups and are involved with six
major interdisciplinary centres throughout
the university.
Each of our courses are strongly linked to one of
our research groups or interdisciplinary groups
and whilst you study for your Masters degree you
will be taught by people who are currently
undergoing world-class research and are experts
in their field. When you come to do your research
project you will have the chance to immerse
yourself in a relevant research group, using our
state-of-the-art equipment.

Institute of Process
Research and
Development (iPRD)

problem solving, process understanding,

development of new process technologies,
small-scale manufacture, training and
consultancy.

If you choose to study for an MSc Chemical

Process Research and Development you will
study within the iPRD, using state of the art
research facilities and the chance to work
on industry lead projects.

Their research is supported by grants from the

Technology Strategy Board and UK research
councils which have enabled collaborations
with industry.
www.iprd.leeds.ac.uk

iPRD offers a unique set of facilities and

expertise for product and process development.
The institute is comprised of experts from the
fields of chemistry and chemical engineering
who work closely with the chemical industries
to develop technologies that can deliver cost
reductions, quality benefits, increased
productivity and reduce waste and energy
utilisation in product manufacture.

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The team has over fifty years combined

experience of working in the fine chemical and
pharmaceutical sectors and are able to offer
companies focused contract-based services for

I wanted to do a Masters where I was taught by

academics with an industrial perspective. I think
that this is where the courses strength really lies.
A lot of people are from pharmaceutical companies
and there is a lot of networking with people from
industry and the whole connection between industry
and academia that is what really interested me.

Rushen Mendis
MSc Chemical Process Research and Development

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The Astbury Centre for Structural Molecular Biology

Whilst studying for an MSc Chemical Biology and
Drug Design you will be taught by academics
from across the Astbury Centre.
The Astbury Centre brings together researchers from across the University
largely from physics, the biological sciences and chemistry to allow
interdisciplinary approaches to be harnessed to understand the molecular
basis of life. Our members address major questions associated with biological
mechanisms in areas as diverse as membrane proteins; protein folding and
assembly; viruses and motor proteins.

The current research interests of the Astbury

Centre are divided into five major themes: Chemical Biology
Structural Biology
Bionanosciences
Biophysics
Molecular interactions in cells

Colour Science
If you choose to study for an MSc Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals you will
have contact with the Colour Science research group at the School of Chemistry and
be taught by some of its research members.
Colour Science, since its
establishment in 1879, has gained
wide recognition as the worldleading institution in Colour-related
science. Today, Colour Science is at
the forefront of academic and
collaborative industrial research
in Polymer Chemistry, Polymer
Materials Science, Formulation and
Delivery of Functional Complex
Fluids, Organic Printed Electronics,
Chemistry of Colorants, Colour
Measurement and Imaging Science.
Knowledge generated by the staff in
Colour Science has resulted in
national and international awards
and medals for outstanding

individual contributions from

Polymer Chemistry and Surface
learned societies. Many
Coating Science and Technology
multi-national companies and
Chemistry of Colorants and
numerous small to medium
their Application
enterprises have derived significant
Colour and Imaging Science
benefits through their interaction
and Technology
with Colour Science.
Research activities are presently
grouped into three themes
although extensive collaboration
exists between these groups
and with the wider research groups
at the University of Leeds.

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Studying in Leeds
The University of Leeds is one of the main centres for postgraduate teaching
in the UK, with over 8,000 postgraduate students from all over the UK and
another 144 countries. You will be able to take advantage of our excellent
academic and social facilities on a single campus in a vibrant, cosmopolitan
city, whilst being supported in your personal and professional development.

Facilities
The School of Chemistry boasts world-class facilities which you will be able to make
use of across all activities within you studies. We are currently investing over 15m
in research infrastructure to ensure our research and teaching facilities remain world
class, providing some of the best facilities for synthetic, physical and analytical
chemistry in the country.
We offer a friendly environment to support all aspects of your studies, and aim
to provide you with the opportunities to reach your full potential and career
aspirations.The combination of our high quality facilities and inspirational and
friendly staff means that we make sure that every student leaves the University
after an exceptional learning experience with a degree that is internationally
recognised as a mark of excellence.

Our facilities and equipment include:

Multiple high specification NMR and Mass Spectrometers
Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis facilities
Femtosecond and nanosecond laser spectroscopy
Single molecule fluorescence microscopy
High pressure supercritical CO2 reaction facilities
Atmospheric simulation chambers
Robotic liquid handling and automated synthesis apparatus
High throughput screening facility
Time-resolved and static FTIR
Class II microbiological suite.
These high quality facilities combined with our excellent teaching create
a world-class learning environment.

The facilities here are absolutely fantastic; you have

everything you need just at the tips of your fingers
which means you can get on and just do science which
is just amazing.

George Karageorgis
MSc Chemical Biology and Drug Design

The University
The University of Leeds has an international reputation
and is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of
research-led universities. The University is well known
worldwide for the quality of its education and research,
making it one of the most popular universities in the UK.
Degrees from Leeds are recognised by employers and
universities globally. There are around 24,000
undergraduate and 6,000 postgraduate students at
the University.

Disability services
The University of Leeds has a strong reputation for
supporting students with disabilities. Our purpose-built
Disability Services Centre works with over 900 students
to help them maximise their potential. If you will need
support during your time with us, contact Disability
Services during the summer before you arrive (or earlier,
if possible) so that we can assess your needs and work
out the best way of providing support.

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Expert student support services

Strong connections with industry
Exceptional career prospects and a dedicated careers centre
One of the UKs best academic research libraries
The Skills Centre supporting students, researchers and staff to enhance their
learning, teaching and research
One of the largest collections of online journals in the UK including all Wiley,
Royal Society of Chemistry and American Chemical Society Journals backdated
to their very first issues
Access to outstanding electronic resources such as Scifinder Scholar and Reaxys.

For more information visit

www.equality.leeds.ac.uk or contact
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 3927
(calls in a RNID typetalk are welcome)
Fax: +44 (0)113 343 3944
Textphone: +44 (0)113 343 2616
Email: disability@leeds.ac.uk

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Student Care

The City

The Schools pastoral care team are there

to welcome and support you throughout your
studies. The University has a wide range of
student support services and a student advice
centre within the University Union. As well as
formal arrangements for student support the
Schools very friendly atmosphere provides
plenty of opportunities for students and staff
to mix on an informal basis.

Leeds is a key multi-cultural hub in the

North of England with a vibrant mix of culture,
commerce and style. It is one of the most
exciting and cosmopolitan cities in the UK and
many students enjoy their time here so much
that they stay on to live and work in the city
after graduation. The City is well known for its
shopping and you can find a range of shopping
outlets from small boutiques to huge shopping
malls. Leeds also offers an extensive choice of
places to eat and drink. All culinary tastes are
catered for, from Italian to Thai, Caribbean to
Vegan. Nightlife in and around the city is also
known for its diversity and popularity, offering
a range of cafes and vibrant bars and clubs.
Leeds is one of the greenest cities in Britain,
with more parkland than any other European
city and benefits from being close to the
awe-inspiring scenery of the Yorkshire Dales
where you can pursue a huge selection of
outdoor activities.

The Campus
Despite its size, the University campus is a
friendly and supportive environment, as
students are taught within smaller schools
ensuring more personal surroundings for study.
Within the schools you will find modern,
well-equipped educational facilities and
laboratories. On campus, we have an
internationally-renowned academic library
featuring a collection of over 2.7 million books,
and 9,500 printed and online journals.

The Edge
In your spare time you will find the University
has a lot to offer including great sports facilities.
The Edge sports centre offers a range of
activities from beginners to competitive level.
There is an on-campus fitness studio and
playing fields for hockey, cricket, football and
rugby are a short distance away. The University
also has a new swimming pool and sports
complex. The impressive design includes a 200
station fitness suite, a sauna and a steam room.

Leeds University Union

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The University also boasts a thriving Student

Union with a range of shops, bars and eateries.
The Union is renowned for showcasing the
latest bands and events. There are also over
200 student societies you can get involved with.

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International Students
The University of Leeds is a truly international university. We have links
with over 600 institutions worldwide and up to 5,000 international students
study with us each year.

We are one of the UKs top universities, world-famous

for our teaching and research and situated in the heart
of a vibrant and multicultural city. We have an extensive
support network in place for international students.
From the moment you accept an
offer, and throughout the duration of
your studies, we offer a range of
specialist services to make your time
at Leeds enjoyable and worry-free.
The University has a dedicated
International Centre
www.leeds.ac.uk/international which
can provide assistance in many ways,
from the provision of advice on
managing your money to helping you
look after your health and welfare.
There are also a host of events

Life as an International student in Leeds is full of

excitement and filled up with ample opportunities for
everyone. There is always something going on and Leeds
being a city with a large student community makes it a
great place to stay. I didnt feel like an outsider as the
people in the University as well as outside are really
very friendly.

Ankit Gadhia
MSc Polymers and Surface Coatings Science and Technology.
(now known as MSc Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals)

organised by the International Centre

including day trips to historic towns in
the UK a great chance to meet new
friends. Adapting to life in a new
country can be both exciting and
challenging. Finding somewhere to
live where you feel comfortable will
help you settle in quickly. Leeds has
plenty of accommodation for
students, representing good value
for money and reflecting the fact
that Leeds has a lower cost of living
than London and much of the south
of England.

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Scholarships, Fees and Accommodation

Postgraduate Fees
Studying at university is one the best investments you can
make in your future. There is a large range of information on
fees and student finance available on the university website
www.leeds.ac.uk/postgraduate which details all the fee and
funding options available to postgraduate student coming to
the University of Leeds both UK students and
international applicants.

Scholarships
International Scholarships
The School offers up to 10 partial-fee achievement
scholarships for international students. These awards are
open to candidates who have been accepted for admission
on to any of our full-time MSc programmes, and who
are eligible to pay tuition fees at the full international rate.
Eligible applicants will automatically be considered for these
awards at the time of application, so are not required to
complete an application form.

The Clothworkers Scholarship

Two awards covering full UK/EU tuition fees and up to
5,000 maintenance. Available to UK/EU students applying
for the MSc Polymers, Colorants and Fine Chemicals.

Accommodation
In addition to a wide variety of private sector accommodation
to suit every budget, the University has its own residences.
All University accommodation is within easy reach of the
University and city centre. If you are a full-time international
Masters or research postgraduate student (i.e. you pay fees
at the international rate) you are guaranteed a single place in
University accommodation during your first year at Leeds,
provided that you apply for accommodation following our
online procedure. For further information please visit
www.leeds.ac.uk/accommodation

The Dyers Scholarship

Two awards covering full UK/EU tuition fees. Available to
UK/EU students applying for the MSc Polymers, Colorants
and Fine Chemicals.
Other University of Leeds scholarships are available
for postgraduate study which can be found at
www.scholarships.leeds.ac.uk

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Visit Us
If you wish to visit the School of Chemistry you
may book an appointment by contacting the
Taught Postgraduate Admissions office using the
contact details below.

Contact Us
If you have questions about our postgraduate courses, modules or any
other aspect of studying chemistry at Leeds, please contact:

Taught Postgraduate Admissions

School of Chemistry
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT
Tel +44 113 3436410
chem.msc@leeds.ac.uk

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The School is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for

the quality of its research. This means that every day you will be
guided through the world of chemistry by scientists who have an
international reputation for their subject knowledge.

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For current information on courses, fees and entry requirements
please visit our website at www.chem.leeds.ac.uk/postgraduate-taught
Whilst the University endeavours to ensure that the information
contained in this brochure is accurate at the date of publication the
University does not accept liability for any inaccuracies contained
within it. Where circumstances change outside the reasonable control
of the University, the University reserves the right to change or cancel
parts of, or entire, programmes of study or services at any time without
liability, even after students have registered at the University.

School of Chemistry
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
LS2 9JT
Tel +44 (0)113 343 6410
Email: chem.msc@leeds.ac.uk
www.chem.leeds.ac.uk