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MSc Chemistry is a 2 year career oriented postgraduate course. The MSc Chemistry subjects is curated so that students get the best scope and jobs.
The basic MSc Chemistry eligibility criteria is a graduate degree in Chemistry or an allied discipline from a recognized college with at least 50% or more marks.
The acronym MSc stands for Master of Science (MSc) and can be done in any science subject, for example, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Botany, Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, etc. The MSc program has a duration of two-years at the end of which, students receive a postgraduate degree. These courses are offered by colleges and universities in various specialised fields of science.
A person who is a Master of Science in Chemistry acquires professional as well as scientific level competency. It offers scientific and professional entry-level competency along with advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in the specialized fields. Students do their masters in the particular subject that they have studied during their graduation course.
This degree course gives a solid foundation for those who want to pursue higher studies and enroll in programs like M.Phil. or Ph.D. It is a way by which to acquire jobs in areas like Food and Drinks Industry, Medical Organisations, Utility, and Energy Research and Health Organizations.
Students who wish to pursue higher studies after can opt for courses like M.Phil. Chemistry or Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry.
Required Skillset for MSc in Chemistry
- Should have the patience and determination to learn concepts and apply them.
- Should be attentive towards details and be accurate towards calculations and observations.
- Should be a good combination of analytical and scientific skills
- Should be a team player and work in tandem with others in the team
- Have excellent observation and research skills
- Should have problem-solving skills
Eligibility
Aspiring candidates for MSc in Chemistry need to have a bachelor’s degree in Science from any recognized university or college. The candidate should essentially get 50% to 60% marks at the graduation level to gain meet the basic criteria to gain entry to the MSc level. The required percentage may vary from institute to institute depending on policies that these institutions may have.
As far as the age restrictions are concerned, candidates can join the course whenever they can. There is no age bar.
Career Prospects & Scope
Career opportunities are vast for someone who has received their MSc degree in Chemistry. They can look for jobs in Pharmaceutical Companies, Laboratories, Research Centers, Medical Colleges, private clinics, etc. On an average, the salary earned by Chemistry postgraduates ranges between INR 3 to INR 6 Lakhs.
Courses related to MSc Chemistry
There are a few other branches of chemistry just in case you want to try them out instead of core chemistry
- M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry
- M.Sc. Biochemistry
- M.Sc. Applied Chemistry
Course Subjects
- Duration - 2 Years
- Semesters - 4
- Subjects are as follows :
| SUBJECT CODE | PAPER NAME |
|---|---|
| PSCH 101 | PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY |
| PSCH 102 | INORGANIC CHEMISTRY |
| PSCH 103 | ORGANIC CHEMISTRY |
| PSCH 104 | ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY |
| SUBJECT CODE | PAPER NAME |
|---|---|
| PSCH 201 | PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY |
| PSCH 202 | INORGANIC CHEMISTRY |
| PSCH 203 | ORGANIC CHEMISTRY |
| PSCH 204 | ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY |
| SUBJECT CODE | PAPER NAME |
|---|---|
| PSCHO 301 | Theoretical organic chemistry-I |
| PSCHO 302 | Synthetic Organic Chemistry-I |
| PSCHO 303 | Natural products and Spectroscopy |
| PSCHOEC-I 304 | Medicinal, Biogenesis & green chemistry |
| PSCHOEC-II 304 | Bioorganic chemistry |
| SUBJECT CODE | PAPER NAME |
|---|---|
| PSCHO 401 | Theoretical organic chemistry-II |
| PSCHO 402 | Synthetic Organic Chemistry-II |
| PSCHO 403 | Natural products and Spectroscopy-II |
| PSCHOOC-I 404 | Intellectual Property Rights & Chem. |
| PSCHOOC-II 404 | Research Methodology |
Admission Procedure
For First Year:
- Students should have passed the B.Sc in Chemistry from Recognised University.
Application for admission to the college must be made on the prescribed printed form. The form must be accompanied by :
- 2 Photocopies of HSC, Sem V, Sem VI Marksheet and Transfer Certificate. Students from Other than Mumbai University will require Marksheet Verification and Migration Certificate.
- 2 Passport Size Photographs
- Aadhar Card- 1 Photocopy
- If there is any gap in academic career, ‘Gap Certificate’ is required to attach along with its Photo copy with admission form.
Teaching Staff
Proff. Prianka Patil, HOD
MSc (Chemistry)
Proff. Yogesh Tribhuvne
MSc (Chemistry)
Ass. Proff. Deepak N. shinde
Msc(Chemistry),PHD
Ass. Proff. Patil
Course Outcome
After Completing the Postgraduate degree in Science, students are able to
- Develop the knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories of the organic chemistry and improve the ability to define the problem and find out its solution.
- Acquire knowledge, abilities and insight in well-defined area of research within Chemistry and awareness about usage of environmental methodologies
- Use research based knowledge and research methods including design of experiment, analysis, interpretation of data and make conclusions and structural-chemical characterization techniques.
- Apply scientific knowledge to perform laboratory experiments and its documentation, able to write effective report, make and give its effective presentation.
- Examine specific phenomena theoretically and/or experimentally, contribute to the generation of new scientific insights or to the innovation of new applications of research in Chemistry.
- Improve the ability to define the problem and find out its solution and explain the impact of chemical pollutants on environment and ecosystem.
- Work as a Chemistry professional, and qualify for training as scientific researcher and and make conclusions