The graduate program at the Department of Chemistry comprises a two-year M.Sc. program and a four-year PhD program. Students with outstanding academic achievements can complete the PhD program directly in about 4 – 5 years.
The objectives of the graduate program are: to train the student in modern research methods and techniques; to develop the skills needed for independent, critical and creative research; and – finally – to establish teaching skills. Each student, therefore, carries out an original research program, chosen from among the various fields of research within the department under the supervision of one of the faculty members. In addition and in parallel to the research, the students are offered a wide variety of advanced courses, including courses from related fields given at other departments. In most cases, graduate students assume teaching assistant assignments and work several hours a week in undergraduate class recitations or laboratories.
Our department includes 29 faculty members, who are active in numerous different fields of research.
The program for an M.Sc. degree in chemistry
Terms of admission:
Applicants must have a GPA of at least 80 from their bachelor degree and need to undergo an interview.
Graduates of a three year bachelor program are required to accumulate 30 credit points. Graduates of a four year bachelor program need to accumulate at least 16 credit points from advanced courses. The curriculum is chosen from a list of elective courses that may be spread over two academic years. At the end of their second year, after completing both the course requirements and the research work, the students present the results of their research at the departmental seminar, submit a Masters thesis and are examined on it.
Outstanding students can transfer to the direct track towards a PhD during their studies.
Specialization in “Quantum and molecular technology” as part of the chemistry MSc program
Quantum technologies are a collection of methods that use the quantum properties of particles for practical applications, such as quantum computers, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. The Molecular Quantum Technology program will focus on unique aspects of the quantum field that are particularly relevant to chemistry, such as molecular quantum computers, magnetic resonance – based quantum sensors, applications of quantum computers in theoretical chemistry, and quantum mechanics theory in molecular aspects. This is an innovative field of research that will lead to technological revolutions in the 21st century.
Any student who is admitted to the Master’s degree program in Chemistry will be eligible for admission to the Molecular Quantum Technology program.
The subject of the research that the student will be engaged in during its master’s degree has to be linked to quantum technology.
In addition to a master’s degree diploma, the graduates of this program will also receive a special certificate in “Quantum Molecular Technology” as an appendix to the Diploma.
Graduate Studies in Chemistry at the Technion
The Schulich Faculty of Chemistry at the Technion is proud to offer research-oriented graduate degree programs (M.Sc. and Ph.D.). These programs are designed for students who wish to deepen their academic knowledge and conduct groundbreaking research in the field of chemistry and its interdisciplinary aspects.
The Faculty offers:
- A Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Chemistry
- A Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Chemistry
These programs are open to graduates of Chemistry and closely related fields such as Biology, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, and more.
The Faculty includes around 30 research groups, offering a wide variety of research areas: Organic, Inorganic, Analytical, Physical, Theoretical Chemistry, as well as Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry. Research in the Faculty often includes interdisciplinary collaboration in fields such as Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Biology, Medicine, Energy, and Electronics.
Graduate students in the Faculty are directly integrated into research groups, work on original and groundbreaking research, and actively participate in writing articles, attending scientific conferences in Israel and abroad, and presenting their work in seminars.
Program Structure
Master’s Degree (M.Sc.)
Duration: Approximately two years
The program includes coursework and the completion of a research thesis. Each student is accepted into a specific research group and conducts research under the supervision of a faculty member.
Doctorate (Ph.D.)
Duration: Approximately four years
The program includes coursework and the completion of an original and significant research dissertation. The research is conducted under the guidance of a faculty advisor and may be a continuation of the M.Sc. research or in a new field. Direct Ph.D. and Combined M.Sc.-Ph.D. tracks are available for outstanding students.
Special Programs
The Faculty encourages outstanding undergraduate students to enroll in an accelerated program that allows the completion of a Master’s degree within approximately five years from the start of undergraduate studies. Additionally, an international M.Sc. program is offered in English.
Admission
Candidates must meet the admission criteria set by the Technion’s Graduate School.
The Faculty offers generous scholarships to outstanding students, as well as subsidized housing in Technion dormitories. Ph.D. students may also receive funding for participation in international conferences and scientific workshops.
Faculty Environment
The Faculty prides itself on a warm, supportive, and inclusive atmosphere. Students benefit from personal attention, close academic and administrative guidance, and an open-door policy from both staff and faculty. Research work is conducted in well-equipped labs with state-of-the-art instruments.
Our graduates pursue successful careers in academia, the chemical industry, high-tech, pharmaceuticals, and more, in Israel and around the world.