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Overview

A post-graduate program in Chemistry for any science graduate who wishes to pursue a career in chemistry, a subject that has endless possibilities and a huge demand for experts and researchers in various realms.

  • Special attention to applied branches of Chemistry in addition to the core areas.
  • Rigorous curriculum that trains students to secure research fellowships and jobs in public and private sector industries in Chemistry and related interdisciplinary areas.
  • Giving significant exposure to research methodology.
  • Guest lectures and invited talks by experts from academia and industry.
  • Exposure to highly specialized and advanced topics through electives.
  • Customized training and placement assistance.

Program Duration: 2 years (4 Semesters)

Commencement of Application Form: March 12th, 2024

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Admissions are open for the academic year 2024-2025 for M. Sc. Chemistry at the School of Physical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus, Kollam, Kerala.
Two-year M. Sc. Chemistry course was initiated in 2008 with an intake of 20 students, and currently, there are about 40 registered students for this Master’s program across two years. Active research programs in all branches of Chemical Sciences have been going on since 2004. At present, there are 40 research scholars who are registered for PhD programs and pursuing research in the department.

Commencement of Application Form: March 12th, 2024

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Eligibility

Admissions

Amritapuri

Eligibility

Graduation in Chemistry or Chemistry as a main subject, with an aggregate minimum of 55% marks excluding language subjects.

Selection

Based on Interview Score and U. G. marks.

Coimbatore

Eligibility Criteria

A pass in B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics with 50% marks in each and an aggregate of 60%

Selection Process

Selection for the undergraduate program is based on a thorough evaluation of candidates’ performance in their Plus Two examinations.

Mysuru

Eligibility Criteria

50% marks in graduation with Chemistry as the main subject and Mathematics as a main/ancillary subject

Selection Process

Based on merit and an interview

Program Highlights
  • Special guidance for GATE and CSIR-NET exams
  • Opportunities for availing Integrated Ph.D. programs in India and abroad
  • Placement assistance to Industries and Research laboratories
  • Summer internships and Major projects at IITs, CSIR Labs, NITs etc.
  • Student alums are pursuing higher studies at Harvard University, Tokyo Metropolitan University, University of Sheffield, Monash University, KU Leuven University, Wayne State University, Swansea University etc.
  • Merit-based scholarships throughout the course.
  • All the master’s students are involved in both mini- and major-research projects and they will be able to publish at least one research paper before they graduate.
Career Opportunities
  • Research Scientist
  • Academic Researcher
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Chemical Analyst
  • Quality Control Chemist
  • Process Development Chemist
  • Pharmaceutical Sales
  • Regulatory Affairs Specialist
  • Medicinal Chemist
  • Environmental Consultant
Special Learning Benefits

Advanced Labs:

Experience cutting-edge research in our modern laboratories.

Expert Faculty:

Learn from faculty with extensive doctoral and post-doctoral experience.

Career Opportunities:

Access internships and placements in top industries and academic institutions.

Eminent Speakers:

Attend lectures and conferences by leading scientists.

Hands-On Research:

Engage in practical research projects for real-world experience.

Global Connections:

Enjoy partnerships with prestigious universities – Kansas State University, USA, Firat University, Turkey.

Amrita Mysuru Advantages
  • Learner centric
  • Value based education
  • Latest industry oriented updated curriculum
  • Excellent placement record
  • World class infrastructure
  • Affordable fees
  • Separate Hostel Facility for boys & girls

Curriculum

Semester 1
Course Code Course Title L T P Credit
22CHY501 Quantum Chemistry 3 0 0 3
22CHY502 Concepts in Inorganic Chemistry 3 0 0 3
22CHY503 Principles in Organic Chemistry 3 1 0 4
22CHY504 Coordination Chemistry 3 0 0 3
22CHY505 Group Theory and its Applications 3 0 0 3
22CHY581 Inorganic Semi-micro Qualitative Analysis Lab 0 0 5 2
22CHY582 Organic Quantitative Analysis Lab 0 0 5 2
21CUL501 Cultural Education 2 0 0 P/F
TOTAL 20
Semester 2
Course Code Course Title L T P Credit
22CHY511 Chemical Thermodynamics and Equilibrium 3 1 0 4
22CHY512 Molecular Spectroscopy 3 1 0 4
22CHY513 Organic Reaction Mechanism 3 1 0 4
22CHY514 Heterocyclic and Natural Products Chemistry 3 0 0 3
22CHY515 Organometallic Chemistry 3 0 0 3
22CHY583 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab 0 0 5 2
22CHY584 Inorganic Quantitative Analysis Lab 0 0 5 2
21AVP501 Amrita Values Programme 1 0 0 1
22AVP103 Mastery Over Mind 1 0 2 2
TOTAL 25
Semester 3
Course Code Course Title L T P Credit
22CHY601 Electrochemistry, Kinetics and surface Chemistry 3 1 0 4
22CHY602 Synthetic Strategies and Reagents 3 1 0 4
22CHY603 Solid State Chemistry and Material Science 3 0 0 3
22CHY604 Bioinorganic Chemistry 3 0 0 3
Core Elective 3 0 0 3
22CHY681 Organic Qualitative Analysis Lab 0 0 5 2
22CHY682 Instrumental and Analytical Methods Lab 0 0 5 2
22CHY690 Live-in-Lab@ / Open Elective* 2 0 0 2
TOTAL 23
Semester 4
Course Code Course Title L T P Credit
22CHY699 Dissertation 14
Total 14
Grand Total 82

 

Core Electives
Course Code Course Title L T P Credit ES
22CHY631 Applied Electrochemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY632 Bioanalytical Chemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY633 Chemistry of Biomolecules 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY634 Industrial Chemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY635 Industrial Stoichiometry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY636 Material Science and Nanochemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY637 Medicinal Chemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY638 Supramolecular Chemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY639 Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY640 Industrial Metal Finishing Processes 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY641 Biosensors: Fundamentals and Applications 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY642 Computational Chemistry 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY643 Sustainable Chemical Science 3 0 0 3 E
22CHY644 Sustainable techniques in Chemical Sciences 3 0 0 3 E
Open Electives
Course Code Course Title L T P Credit ES
21OEL631 Advanced Statistical Analysis for Research 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL632 Basics of PC Software 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL633 Computer Hardware and Networking 1 0 1 2 D/E
21OEL634 Consumer Protection Act 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL635 Corporate Communication 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL636 Design Studies 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL637 Disaster Management 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL638 Essentials of Cultural Studies 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL639 Foundations of Mathematics 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL640 Foundations of Quantum Mechanics 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL641 Glimpses of Life through Literature 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL642 Information Technology in Banking 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL643 Knowledge Management 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL644 Marketing Research 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL645 Media for Social Change 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL646 Media Management 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL647 Object-Oriented Programming 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL648 Painting and Sculpture 1 0 1 2 D/E
21OEL649 Personal Finance 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL650 Principles of Advertising 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL651 Principles of Packaging 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL652 Scripting for Rural Broadcasting 1 0 1 2 D/E
21OEL653 Social Media Website Awareness 1 0 1 2 D/E
21OEL654 Theatre Studies 1 0 1 2 D/E
21OEL655 Writing for Technical Purposes 2 0 0 2 D/E
21OEL656 Yoga and Personal Development 1 0 1 2 D/E
21OEL657 Fundamentals of Legal Awareness 2 0 0 2 D/E

Admission Procedure (Amritapuri)

How to Apply

Registration for admission 2024 is fully online. Candidates are required to have their recent photograph, online payment credentials, etc. to be ready to complete the online application process.
Application fee of Rs. 550/-

The NRI applicants please email to nriadmission@amrita.edu  and not be applied through the website.

Proceed to Apply Online

‘Candidates can also submit the option in Step 2 of the application process, in case if they wish to be considered under management quota.

Fees Structure

Coimbatore

 

Proposed fee struture for Academic year 2024-2025
Sanctioned intake Proposed fee Caustion deposit Scholarship criteria
40  110000  10000 Not applicable
Mysuru
Course Karnataka Quota Fee
Total Fee (Rs.)
Non-Karnataka Quota Fee
Total Fee (Rs.)
Master of Science in Chemistry ( M. Sc. Chemistry ) Yearly Yearly
Tuition Fee (Yearly) 72,000 72,000
Caution Deposit (One time) 4,000  4,000
Total (₹) 76,000  76,000
Hostel Fee Structure 2024 – 25 (for new admissions)
Hostel Total Fee (Rs.)
Caution Deposit (One Time) 4,000
Hostel Fee 36,000
Mess Fee 39,000
Total (₹) 79,000
*Note: Hostel fee will be high, if only two students are accomadated in a room

* Refund Policy

  • GST will be applicable on Admission withdrawals
  • No refund of hostel fee
  • Above fee DOES NOT include expenses for food, travel, accommodation for Field and Study Trips, participation in events and conferences, programmes / competitions, Internships, Portfolio Presentation and Printing booklet, Special Internship, Placement Trips, Projects / Dissertation, excursion, etc. subject to change whenever required.
Additional School Fee
Fee Rs.
Examination fee (Rs.1800/sem) 3,600
One-time Convocation Fee to be paid in the final year of the Degree Program 3,500

Facilities at a glance

  • Central Library
  • Hostel Accommodation
  • Sports Facilities
  • Banking Facilities
  • Transport
  • Medical Services
  • Canteen
  • General Store
  • CISCO
  • ICTS
  • Reprographic Facility
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Why Amrita

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World University Rankings 2019

141

BRICS Rankings 2020

801–1000th

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168th

BRICS University Rankings 2020

7th

India University Rankings 2023

15th

Overall Rankings 2023
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7th Best
University in India
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Topmost
‘A++’ Grade

Contact Us

Amritapuri Campus

Admission Coordinator
Toll-free Number: 18004258324
E-Mail: asasadmissions@am.amrita.edu

Placement Enqueries

Email: shyamsundarcv@am.amrita.edu
Ph: 0476 -280 5108

Toll-free Number:044-481-34483

Departmental Contact

Dr. Akhil Sivan

Asst. Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Department of Chemistry

Ph: 9895 408 263

Mysuru Campus

Admission Convenor
Mobile: +91 9945531123
Email: admissions@my.amrita.edu

Admission Team
Phone: +(0821) – 2548600
Mobile : +91 8792911234 +91 8951311234 +91 8296230123 +91 8296220123
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