Our Masters courses are designed to meet the major challenges confronting the world today. You'll study in one of the UK's leading chemistry departments, with an international reputation and numerous collaborations with industry. We deliver the cutting-edge theory and applied skills you'll need to succeed in your future career.
If you are considering further study, we have some partial funding opportunities to support you, although many of our students self-fund or join us with scholarships from their home country.
Our taught Masters courses
Or, choose another course.
Our research degrees
We also offer postgraduate research courses.
- MSc by Research in Chemistry
- MSc by Research in Biomedical Science
- EPSRC Mobility DTP
- MRC DiMeN DTP
- Chemistry (PhD)
- Biomedical Science (PhD)
Why study Chemistry at York
Industrial application
Opportunities to work with industry experts and external collaborators on an extended research project

Masters Taster Day
12 March 2025, 1pm to 5pm
Get a taste of why so many people love living and learning at the University of York. Join us on 12 March to:
- check out our campus
- meet your academic department
- speak to our student services teams
- hear postgraduate presentations.
The mix of chemistry, its application to industry, with the challenge of sustainability appealed to my interests and I found it very engaging throughout. There is such a wide range of projects on offer, with innovative and exciting chemistry taking place.Sarah, MSc Green Chemistry and Sustainable Industrial Technology