M.Sc. Organic Chemistry
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Overview
Chemistry is always viewed as a scientific tool which could harness natural resources to enhance our lives in different ways. Organic Chemistry began as the chemistry of life, compounds, and the study of structure, properties, composition, and reactions. Organic chemistry is used for agrochemicals, dyestuff, clothes, food stuffs, perfumes, metals for various applications, and explosives. It has become an interdisciplinary subject for the synthesis of various materials with wide applications among which sustainable energy source is one, where many organic compounds are synthesised for photovoltaic cells, light emitting diodes as alternative high energy sources.
Objective
Our outcome-based curriculum emphasising the critical, analytical and problem-solving skills to equip students to pursue a scientific and research career with better preparedness and a mature professional outlook.
Our program,
- Imparts higher level knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry.
- Prepares students to evaluate the soundness of chemical concepts.
- Trains students to perform chemical experiments using standard laboratory equipment and modern instrumentation in order to gather reliable data.
- Enables students to conduct data processing, computation, data analysis and numerical simulations.
- Teaches students proper procedures and regulations for the safe handling and use of chemicals.
- Hones skills to pursue chemistry as a teaching and in research.
- Trains students in teamwork for lifelong learning for continuous professional development.
Highlights
Elective Specialisation
There are electives in the program, grouped so that students can specialise in a chosen field. Students can also opt for elective courses across multiple streams given affordability and approval from a course leader, HoDs and Deans, and this requires that guidelines are followed.
Online Elective
There is also a provision for students to choose elective courses through online mode such as MOOC’s, SWAYAM, NPTEL and other equivalent platforms. For such courses students should adhere to the guidelines prescribed by the University.
International Competitions
The student can also earn 3 or 4 credits by participating in the international competitions like technical presentation/conference/publications in the journal etc., and winning the award in that. In that case he/she can be exempted from one of the elective courses of the programme
Industry Internship or Project
A student can opt for an internship in an industry, a business or research organisation. Alternately, students can undertake a mini-project which requires self-directed study that can be pursued with an affiliated faculty member. The internship needs to be approved by the HoD and Dean and students have to submit a report and make a presentation to a panel constituted by the HoD for assessment.
Dissertation and Publication
This course includes a dissertation and publication. Each student has to choose a relevant topic for a dissertation and this needs to be approved by a committee constituted by the HoD. The dissertation should then be converted into a technical paper published in reputed conferences or journals.
Uses an application-based learning program.
Offers research opportunities.
Includes internship, training, and placement support with various universities worldwide.
Includes expert guest lectures from various institutions and industries.
Includes workshops, industry visits, group discussions and debates.
Offers small batches to encourage in-depth learning.
Group project and dissertation as output.
Trains students in higher order critical thinking and the ability to think rigorously and independently to meet higher level expectations of academia and research.
- We offer accommodation in student hostels on our campus, and even offer third-party off-campus hotels where necessary to ensure students can focus on what matters the most.
- Our on-campus facilities include WiFi any time of the day, 24/7.
- From a host of eateries and laundry facilities, we ensure that students have access to all facilities.
- We encourage students to participate in co-curricular activities on campus which include sports and cultural events, both at a university level and a faculty level.
- We help students focus on independent and sponsored research with projects and a dissertation.
Structure
Study Domains
- DC
Department Common courses
A deep dive into the core domain of basic chemistry that includes Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Instrumental Methods of Analysis and Computational Methods in Chemistry
- EC
Elective or Specialisation Course
Includes an overview into industrial chemistry to include Chemistry of Agrochemicals, Textiles and Polymers, Industrial Minerals, Petroleum Chemistry, Chemistry of Oils, Fats, Surfactants and Coatings.
- S
Seminars
Emphasis is on teaching skills
- RC
Research Course
An overview of Research Methodology.
Course Progression
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
Physical Chemistry 1 | 4 |
Inorganic Chemistry 1 | 4 |
Organic Chemistry 1 | 4 |
Instrumental Methods of Analysis | 4 |
Chemistry Laboratory 1 | 2 |
Chemistry Laboratory 2 | 2 |
Seminar 1 | 1 |
Key
- Theory
- Tutorials
- Practicals
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
Physical Chemistry 2 | 4 |
Inorganic Chemistry 2 | 4 |
Organic Chemistry 2 | 4 |
Computational Chemistry | 4 |
Chemistry Laboratory 3 | 2 |
Chemistry Laboratory 4 | 2 |
Seminar 2 | 1 |
Key
- Theory
- Tutorials
- Practicals
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
Retrosynthetic, Stereochemical and Spectroscopic Analysis | 3 |
Photochemical, Pericyclic and Organocatalytic Reactions | 3 |
Natural Products and Green Synthetic Methods | 3 |
Advanced Heterocyclic Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Products Synthesis | 3 |
Research Methodology | 2 |
Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory 1 | 2 |
Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 | 2 |
Seminar 3 | 1 |
Key
- Theory
- Tutorials
- Practicals
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
Internship | 4 |
Seminar | 4 |
Dissertation and Publication Phase 2 | 15 |
Key
- Theory
- Tutorials
- Practicals
Details
Teaching and Assessment
Student performance in each course is assessed through an assignment (with 50% weightage) and an examination (with 50% weightage). A student is required to score a minimum of 40% in each of the components and 40% overall for the successful completion of a course and for earning the corresponding credit(s).
Key Skill Development
- Ability to impart higher level knowledge and understanding of Chemistry and
Organic Chemistry. - Ability to apply the principles of chemistry for the identification, synthesis and characterization of newer materials.
- Ability to apply the principles of organic reactions to synthesise various molecules.
- Ability to develop mathematical models of defined chemical systems.
- Ability to evaluate the soundness of concepts proposed.
- Ability to hone skills to pursue chemistry as a teaching and research career.
- Ability to work in teams and practice lifelong learning for continuous professional development.
Career opportunities
In the coming years, the government intends to boost up funds for basic sciences. There is an acute shortage of qualified teaching staff. The job prospects for candidates with M.Sc. look good in academia, research institutions and industry.
Careers
Professor / Teacher
Further Specialisation
Researcher
Academician
PhD
Entrepreneur
Admissions
Eligibility
- Candidates must have a B.Sc, B.E, B. Tech or an equivalent degree examination in the appropriate discipline and have secured at least 45 % marks in the aggregate or equivalent CGPA and 50 % in the cognate course.
- Candidates who belong to SC/ST categories are given a different qualifying mark as per government
notifications.
Application Process
- All students are required to contact the admissions department for more details
Fees & Scholarships
- Refer Fee Structure
Eligibility
- Foreign students should have equivalent qualification approved by Association of Indian Universities.
- Should have proof of proficiency in English with a minimum TOEFL score of
Application Process
All students are required to contact the admissions department for more details.
Fees & Scholarships
- USD 2500 + Other Fee Rs. 38,550 per annum
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Downloads
- M.Sc Programme Regulations 2019 pdf | 1.1 MB
- M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry) Programme Specifications 2019 pdf | 548.3 KB
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