Master Year 2 Molecular Chemistry and Interfaces
| Year | Master Year 2 |
| Program | Molecular Chemistry and Interfaces |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | English/French |
| Duration of the Course | 12 months, full time |
| Orientation | Research |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus |
| Course duration | 12 months, full time |
| Course start | September |
| Degree awarded | Master’s Degree |
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
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Pursue a PhD
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Strengthen your research skills with a 6 month-research project
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Deepen your understanding of molecular chemistry and interfaces
The Molecular Chemistry and Interfaces (MOCHI) Master’s program is a high-level scientific and academic program offered by the Institut Polytechnique de Paris and the Université Paris Saclay. It is devoted to molecular chemistry and its applications in the fields of biology and material sciences.
The program delivers state-of-the-art knowledge in academic sciences and brings students closer to applications in industry. In order to reach a better understanding, students will be given access to molecular modelling tools.
The courses focus on organometallic chemistry and catalysis, supramolecular chemistry, chemobiology, and chemistry for optoelectronics. Delivered in English, the program also includes a literature and total synthesis project, as well as a 6-month research project.
Objectives
The program aims to:
- Provide high-level learning in molecular chemistry to train tomorrow’s experts
- Enable students to build complex molecules, understand and propose reaction mechanisms
- Provide a program at the interface of biology, materials sciences, optoelectronics to imagine new applications and collaborations
- Provide students with in-depth understanding using molecular modelling
After graduation, students will be able to work:
- As a research scientist in academia or industry (after a PhD in molecular sciences), R&D engineer or project manager in chemistry
- In key employment sectors like the pharmaceutical industry, agrochemical industry, cosmetics, petrochemistry, consulting and patent application
The courses of the first semester are structured into 6 modules of 6 ECTS each. Students will have the ability to follow all modules but they will have to select 5 out of the 6 modules proposed to pass the exams and validate their first semester. The selection of the followed modules will be possible up to two weeks after the beginning of the courses. Basic knowledge in organic, organometallic chemistry, spectroscopy, eletrochemistry, photophysics, classical Newtonian mechanics and classical thermodynamics, as well as quantum chemistry will be required to follow the program. The courses (4-5 months), which are given in english, are completed by a 6 months research project as well as a bibliographical project performed before the start of the research project.
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Supramolecular and Macromolecular Chemistry, Materials |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Organometallic Chemistry and Catalysis |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Molecular modelling |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Chemistry for optoelectronics |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Chemistry and biology |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Advanced organic chemistry |
40h 6 ECTS English |
Bibliographical report, 3 ECTS
The six months research internship will start from the month of February. It can be performed in a chemistry unit belonging to an University (France or abroad) or in an industrial research center. The validation of the internship (27 ECTS) will be made on the basis of a research report together with an oral presentation.
Students can do a semester abroad with the agreement of the Master coordinator.
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of the first year of a Master’s program in Chemistry at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- A good knowledge in organic, organometallic chemistry, as well as a basic knowledge in spectroscopy, eletrochemistry, photophysics, classical Newtonian mechanics and classical thermodynamics, as well as quantum chemistry is required
Language prerequisites
English
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
Coordinators
Program office
General enquiries
The Molecular Chemistry and Interfaces (MOCHI) Master’s program is a high-level scientific and academic program offered by the Institut Polytechnique de Paris and the Université Paris Saclay. It is devoted to molecular chemistry and its applications in the fields of biology and material sciences.
The program delivers state-of-the-art knowledge in academic sciences and brings students closer to applications in industry. In order to reach a better understanding, students will be given access to molecular modelling tools.
The courses focus on organometallic chemistry and catalysis, supramolecular chemistry, chemobiology, and chemistry for optoelectronics. Delivered in English, the program also includes a literature and total synthesis project, as well as a 6-month research project.
Objectives
The program aims to:
- Provide high-level learning in molecular chemistry to train tomorrow’s experts
- Enable students to build complex molecules, understand and propose reaction mechanisms
- Provide a program at the interface of biology, materials sciences, optoelectronics to imagine new applications and collaborations
- Provide students with in-depth understanding using molecular modelling
After graduation, students will be able to work:
- As a research scientist in academia or industry (after a PhD in molecular sciences), R&D engineer or project manager in chemistry
- In key employment sectors like the pharmaceutical industry, agrochemical industry, cosmetics, petrochemistry, consulting and patent application
The courses of the first semester are structured into 6 modules of 6 ECTS each. Students will have the ability to follow all modules but they will have to select 5 out of the 6 modules proposed to pass the exams and validate their first semester. The selection of the followed modules will be possible up to two weeks after the beginning of the courses. Basic knowledge in organic, organometallic chemistry, spectroscopy, eletrochemistry, photophysics, classical Newtonian mechanics and classical thermodynamics, as well as quantum chemistry will be required to follow the program. The courses (4-5 months), which are given in english, are completed by a 6 months research project as well as a bibliographical project performed before the start of the research project.
|
Supramolecular and Macromolecular Chemistry, Materials |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Organometallic Chemistry and Catalysis |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Molecular modelling |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Chemistry for optoelectronics |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Chemistry and biology |
40h 6 ECTS English |
|
Advanced organic chemistry |
40h 6 ECTS English |
Bibliographical report, 3 ECTS
The six months research internship will start from the month of February. It can be performed in a chemistry unit belonging to an University (France or abroad) or in an industrial research center. The validation of the internship (27 ECTS) will be made on the basis of a research report together with an oral presentation.
Students can do a semester abroad with the agreement of the Master coordinator.
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of the first year of a Master’s program in Chemistry at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- A good knowledge in organic, organometallic chemistry, as well as a basic knowledge in spectroscopy, eletrochemistry, photophysics, classical Newtonian mechanics and classical thermodynamics, as well as quantum chemistry is required
Language prerequisites
English
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.