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Chemical Analysis and Characterisation Techniques (Master) 2020/2021

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General


Academic degree:
  • Master's degree
ECTS:
120
Duration:
4 curricular semesters
Regime:
Daytime
Place:
Gualtar Campus, Braga (UM)
Main Scientific area:
  • Chemistry

Contacts


    School of Sciences
    Campus de Gualtar
    4710 - 057 Braga

    Tel: +351 253604390 Fax: +351 253604398
    E-Mail: cpedagogico@ecum.uminho.pt; sec@ecum.uminho.pt
    URL: http://www.ecum.uminho.pt

Description


Chemical analyses and characterisation techniques have an important role in the advance of science and technology in areas as diverse as food quality control, environment, research and in several industries, not only in the field of chemistry, but also in biochemistry and materials science.

This master degree provides a solid theoretical background in analytical and in advanced characterisation techniques with a strong laboratorial component and training in the area of quality control.

The acquired expertise gained in the 1st year is complemented by the Individual Project which can be developed either in companies or in research laboratories.

The graduates are able to solve analysis and characterisation problems from a wide range of areas (forensic, industrial and food chemistry) and develop skills in the scope of validation and implementation of analytical methods. A PhD degree can be pursued.

Access to higher education


This master degree allows the prosecution of 3rd cycle studies (PhD).

Careers


Holders of this degree are qualified to enter the labor market in analytical laboratories in the areas of quality control, food chemistry, forensic chemistry, agrochemical and chemical industry, among others. They can also integrate scientific research and product development teams. This master degree allows the prosecution of 3rd cycle studies (PhD).

Access


20

Vacancies

12

Minimum

Access forms


The access to this Cycle of Study can be done at the Students Portal of the University of Minho 
https://alunos.uminho.pt/EN/candidates/MastersDegrees/Pages/default.aspx

This information does not replace consultation of the Academic Regulations of the University of Minho and other official documents.

Entry requirements


Conditions for admission to the master’s course:
a) holding a degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Geology or other degrees considered adequate;
b) holding a foreign Bachelor’s degree granted for the1st cycle of studies in the areas mentioned in a), organized in accordance with the principles of the Bologna Process, by a State which is party to this Process;
c) holding a foreign Bachelor’s Degree which is recognized by the Scientific Council of the School of Sciences as satisfying the objectives of the Bachelor’s Degree in the areas mentioned in a);
d) those with an academic, scientific or professional curriculum which is recognized by the Scientific Council of the School of Sciences as demonstrating the capacity to carry out this cycle of studies.

Application deadlines


Information on Application Deadlines can be found at:
https://www.ecum.uminho.pt/en/Ensino/Pages/Applications-for-Master-Programmes-.aspx

Registration deadlines


Information on Registration Deadlines can be found at:
https://www.ecum.uminho.pt/en/Ensino/Pages/Applications-for-Master-Programmes-.aspx

Aditional Information


Study Plan


Assessment/Accreditation


A3ES Accreditation status:
Accredited
Resolution publication date:
11-03-2015
Registry number at Ministry:
R/A-Ef 2553/2011
Registry Date:
18-03-2011
Accreditation validity:
10-03-2021

  • Universidade do
    Minho
  • Largo do Paço
    4704-553 Braga
  • T.:253 601 100, 253 601 109
    E.: gcii@reitoria.uminho.pt
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