Oil & Gas Chemistry MChem

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Oil & Gas Chemistry MChem

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Master

    • Duration:

      5 Years

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Start Date:

      01 September 2021

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 1,820 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 19,700

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

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    Course Summary

    The University of Aberdeen’s MChem in Oil and Gas Chemistry is a 5 year program that can be entered into from year one, or as an option after completing three years of the Oil and Gas Chemistry BSc. It trains students to be geochemists, involved in oil and gas exploration, Material Scientists creating new industrial components, analytical chemists and environmental chemists monitoring quality and environmental impact, and many others.

    You’ll study chemistry, physics, geology and environmental science before branching off into project and research work in the latter years of the program.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    This course is typically delivered over 5 years.

    Year 1:

    The first year of the program gives you a basis in Chemistry, Geology and Environmental Science.

    Core Modules:

    • Chemistry for the Physical Sciences 1
    • Chemistry for the Physical Sciences 2
    • Earth’s Materials
    • Ecology and Environmental Science
    • Elements of Chemistry 1
    • Elements of Chemistry 2
    • Professional Skills Part 1
    • The Earth Through Geological Time

    Year 2:

    In your second year you’ll explore geophysics, materials science and chemistry on the molecular level.

    Core Modules:

    • Analytical Methods in Forensic Chemistry
    • Energetics of Change in Chemical and Biological Processes
    • Geophysics
    • Introduction to Materials
    • Organic and Biological Chemistry
    • Petrology & Mineralogy
    • Shapes, Properties and Reactions of Molecules

    Year 3:

    You’ll study environmental, biological and organic chemistry in year three, and more.

    Core Modules:

    • Environmental Chemistry
    • General Chemistry
    • Molecular Structure and Reactivity
    • Organic and Biological Chemistry
    • Principles of Petroleum Geology
    • Solid State Chemistry

    Year 4

    In year 4, you’ll study the most advanced core modules yet, fully preparing you for more specialist learning.

    Core Modules:

    • Advanced Chemistry 1
    • Advanced Chemistry 2
    • Advanced Chemistry 3
    • Integrated Chemistry
    • MChem Group Practical
    • MChem Research Project (30 Credits)
    • Refinery Chemistry

    Year 5:

    Year 5 has only 2 core modules, but they are quite extensive:

    • MChem Applications in Oil and Gas Chemistry
    • MChem Half Year Project Placement (60 Credits)

    Learning & Teaching

    The University of Aberdeen’s Oil and Gas Chemistry programs feature traditional learning methods such as tutorials, group projects, research and lectures, but also a great deal of research and lab work. Your academic work will be assessed via course work and written exams, and of course your research project and project placement will be marked.

    Career Possiblities

    An Oil and Gas MChem degree can see you into a starting position with a consultancy or one of any of the world’s oil and gas companies. Career paths also include renewable energy, the oil and gas processing industries, or a more research-based, academic path.

    Entry Credit

    Entry Requirements for UK and EU-nationals

    The University of Aberdeen’s Oil and Gas MChem program requires applicants to have earned 3 A Levels at ABB (including Chemistry and one other Math or Science), SQA Highers at AABB, or an equivalent level of achievement.

    Entry Requirements for overseas (non-EU) students                         

    International students must be fluent in written and spoken English. This can be demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.0 or better overall, with no less than 6.0 in Writing and no less than 5.5 in any other sections.

    International students must also have academic accreditation equivalent to that required for UK and EU students. This includes many degrees from non-UK universities, outlined here.  

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