Regulations - Science
The Degree of Master of Chemistry – MChem
The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.
Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Science.
Admission
1 In order to be admitted to this degree, a student must have completed the requirements for:
either
a the Degree of Bachelor of Science in a relevant subject from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative
or
b (i) a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject as approved by Senate or its representative
and
(ii) passed at least 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Chemistry from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, provided the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.
Note: Relevant subjects may include chemistry, chemical and materials engineering or food science.
Duration and Total Points Value
2 A student enrolled for this degree must:
a pass courses with a total value of 180 points
and
b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
3 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 220 points.
Structure and Content
4 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Chemistry Schedule, which may include the requirements for one of the specialisations listed.
5 A student must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in at least 60 points of taught courses in this degree prior to enrolment in CHEM 794. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, a student must enrol in CHEM 791.
6 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.
Dissertation / Research Project
7 a The dissertation or research project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate or its representative.
b The dissertation or research project topic must be approved by the relevant Academic Head or nominee prior to enrolment in CHEM 791 or 794.
c The dissertation or research project is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Reassignment
8 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Chemistry.
Honours
9 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Variations
10 In exceptional circumstances, Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.
Commencement
11 These regulations came into force on 1 January 2023.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
15 points: CHEM 795
30 points from CHEM 712, 740, 741, 780
at least a further 90 points from CHEM 710, 720, 730, 735, 738, 750, 760
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
30 points: CHEM 791 Research Project
or
15 points: CHEM 795
30 points from CHEM 712, 740, 741, 780
at least a further 60 points from CHEM 710, 720, 730, 735, 738, 750, 760
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
60 points: CHEM 794 Dissertation
or
Specialisations available:
Analytical Chemistry
45 points: CHEM 740, 741, 795
30 points from FOODSCI 706, 740, FORENSIC 703, 704
at least 60 points from CHEM 710, 712, 720, 730, 735, 738, 750, 760, 780
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
30 points: CHEM 791 Research Project
or
45 points: CHEM 740, 741, 795
30 points from FOODSCI 706, 740, FORENSIC 703, 704
at least 30 points from CHEM 710, 712, 720, 730, 735, 738, 750, 760, 780
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
60 points: CHEM 794 Dissertation
or
Materials Science
90 points: CHEM 710, 712, 780, 795, CHEMMAT 724, 725
at least 45 points from CHEM 720, 730, 735, 738, 740, 741, 750, 760
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
30 points: CHEM 791 Research Project
or
90 points: CHEM 710, 712, 780, 795, CHEMMAT 724, 725
at least 15 points from CHEM 720, 730, 735, 738, 740, 741, 750, 760
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
60 points: CHEM 794 Dissertation