Program Overview
Program Overview
The Master in Computational Chemistry at UiT The Arctic University of Norway is an internationally oriented, two-year program delivered entirely in English. The program focuses on the theoretical foundations and computational methods used to model and predict molecular structure, properties, and reactivity.
Program Description
Students will acquire advanced knowledge and hands-on skills in quantum chemistry, molecular mechanics, and the use of modern scientific software. The curriculum emphasizes the use of cutting-edge simulation software to answer fundamental questions in chemistry, physics, and biochemistry. Graduates are prepared for research careers in academia and industry worldwide, including in pharmaceuticals, materials science, catalysis, and biotechnology.
Admission Requirements
- General admission requirements: Master
- A bachelor's degree (180 ECTS credits) in one of the natural sciences; Chemistry, Molecular Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Informatics OR an equivalent degree following a programme of study of minimum 3 years
- The bachelor's degree must contain a minimum of 30 ECTS in chemistry courses on bachelor level, and a minimum of 80 ECTS (or equivalent) specific to our master discipline
- Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian "C" (3.0) in the ECTS scale
- International students from non-Nordic countries (except students with English as their mother tongue), must meet the Department of Chemistry's English proficiency with a recommended minimum score of 6.5 on each part of the IELTS test, minimum scores of 22, 22, 22 and 25 (reading, listening, speaking and writing, respectively) on the TOEFL test, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level on Cambridge ESOL Examinations, or minimum C1 level on The European language certificate (telc)
Application Deadlines
- Nordic applicants: April 15th
- EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: March 1st
- Non-EU/EEA applicants: November 15th
Planned Number of Admissions
8 places for the fall 2026 semester
Application Codes
- Nordic applicants: 4009
- EU / EEA / Switzerland applicants: 7101
- Non-EU/EAA applicants: 2010
Program Structure
The program is a full-time campus-based study programme. Courses are taught as classes or as individual curriculum, and various assessment methods are applied.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
The candidate will have advanced knowledge of:
- Theoretical chemistry and the underlying principles of quantum mechanics and molecular modelling
- Modern methods used in computational chemistry, including wavefunction theory, density functional theory, and molecular mechanics
- State-of-the-art software, algorithms, and computational strategies for modelling chemical systems
- The role of high-performance computing in enabling advanced analysis in chemical research
Skills
The candidate will be able to:
- Independently select and apply appropriate computational methods to analyse molecular structure, properties, reactivity, and dynamics
- Perform quantum chemical and molecular simulations using modern computational tools
- Critically assess computational results and evaluate convergence, accuracy, and reliability of the data
- Interpret and explain the outcomes of simulations in terms of chemical theory and experimental relevance
- Write reproducible scripts, manage simulations on local and high-performance computing platforms, and automate workflows
General Competence
The candidate will be able to:
- Communicate scientific ideas, problems, and solutions clearly in oral and written forms
- Critically analyse scientific literature and integrate knowledge from multiple sources to solve complex chemical problems
- Analyse and evaluate and reflect on the environmental, ethical, and societal implications of computational work in chemistry
- Contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations and apply computational chemistry in broader contexts such as sustainable development and technological innovation
Job Prospectives
Graduates of the Master in Computational Chemistry program are well prepared for a wide range of career opportunities in both academia and industry. Many pursue doctoral studies in computational chemistry or related fields, building a foundation for research and teaching careers at universities and research institutes worldwide.
Degree Name
Master of Science in Computational Chemistry
Access to Further Studies
Completed Master's degree studies qualify for admission to PhD-programs in chemistry or other natural sciences, provided grades from the Master's and Bachelor's degrees are sufficient.
Related Professions
- Kjemiingeniør
- Kjemiker
- Stipendiat
- Ingeniør
- Sivilingeniør
- Dataanalytiker (data scientist)
Language of Instruction
The language of instruction and examination is English, and all syllabus material is in English. The master's thesis must be written in English.
Teaching and Assessment
This is a full-time campus-based study programme. Courses are taught as classes or as individual curriculum, and various assessment methods are applied. Courses are assessed through oral or written exams, some through assessment of a laboratory or project report, and some as a combination of methods.
Outgoing Exchange
The Master's program is structured such that the student can spend periods of their study abroad, preferably in the third semester. Student exchange can be formal courses, or visits to other labs and institutions to learn new techniques. Formal exchange programs with international Universities exist.
Destinations for Studies Abroad
- Aalto University Finland
- Aarhus University Danmark
- Aix-Marseille University Frankrike
- Johann Wolfgang Goethe University of Frankfurt am Main Tyskland
- Karlstad University Sverige
- Kaunas University of Technology Litauen
- Laval University Canada
- Linköping University Sverige
- Lund University Sverige
- Maria Curie-Sklodowska University in Lublin Polen
- Philipps-University of Marburg Tyskland
- Reutlingen University Tyskland
- Riga Technical University Latvia
- Stockholm University Sverige
- Thomas More University of Applied Sciences Belgia
- Umeå University Sverige
- University of Constance Tyskland
- University of Copenhagen Danmark
- University of Freiburg Tyskland
- University of Gothenburg Sverige
- University of Hamburg Tyskland
- University of Jyväskylä Finland
- University of Oulu Finland
- University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour Frankrike
- University of Santiago de Compostela Spania
- University of Southern Denmark Danmark
- University of Strasbourg Frankrike
- University of Szeged Ungarn
- University of Turku Finland
- Uppsala University Sverige
- Vilnius University Litauen
- Åbo Akademi University Finland
- University of Northern British Columbia Canada
- University of Saskatchewan Canada
- University of Southern Maine USA
- Lakehead University Canada