O.P. Jindal University

Overview

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Chemistry at O. P. Jindal University is a two-year postgraduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge, research expertise, and industry-relevant skills in chemistry. With a focus on cutting-edge scientific methodologies, students gain hands-on experience in synthesis, characterization, computational techniques, and analytical problem-solving. The program fosters critical thinking, leadership, and ethical awareness, ensuring graduates are equipped for evolving scientific and technological landscapes.

Through research in Supramolecular Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Materials Science, and Environmental Chemistry, students engage in innovative investigations that prepare them for high-impact careers in pharmaceuticals, chemical industries, biotechnology, healthcare, material science, environmental research, and industrial laboratories. The program also serves as a strong foundation for doctoral studies, academia, and entrepreneurial ventures, empowering graduates to contribute to scientific advancements and sustainable innovations.

Eligibility

Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent in relevant discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks

Admission Process

Apply for the program at OPJU School of Science.
Application should be accompanied by Application Fee of Rs.1000 payable Online (Internet banking/Credit/Debit card) or Cash/DD/Bank Transfer / UPI.
One Time Deposit (OTD) Rs 15,000 needs to be paid (All Courses) within the stipulated time mentioned in the offer letter. The OTD shall be adjusted towards enrolment fee on confirmation of admission. In case of admission cancellation by students, the OTD will be non-refundable.
Semester fee includes: Tuition fee, Development fee, Examination Fee, Professional Development Fee/Projects & Internship fee.
A merit list will be announced for eligible candidates for each round. The shortlisted candidates will be asked to appear for Counselling. Subject to fulfilment of requisite conditions and document verification, a provisional admission offer will be issued and the candidate will be asked to deposit the fee by the stipulated date.
If candidates don't pay the fee by the stipulated date, the admission will be deemed cancelled and the seat will become vacant for the next round of Counselling.
There will be two rounds of Counselling. Post that, if there are any unfilled seats, they will be filled based on rolling Counselling (First come, first serve basis).

Program Fees

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Scholarships

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Course Structure

Semester I
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry-I
Advanced Organic Chemistry-I
Advanced Physical Chemistry-I
Advanced Analytical Chemistry
Research Methodology
Chemistry Lab-I (Organic Chemistry)
Chemistry Lab-II (Analytical Chemistry)

Semester II - Course Name
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry-II
Advanced Organic Chemistry-II
Advanced Physical Chemistry-II
Instrumental Analytical Techniques
Offered by the Department
Chemistry Lab-III (Inorganic Chemistry)
Chemistry Lab-IV (Physical Chemistry)

Semester III - Course Name
Special Topics of Inorganic Chemistry
Pericyclic Reactions & Photochemistry
Quantum Chemistry & Physical Spectroscopy
Elective I
Elective II
Research Project/Seminar
Chemistry Lab-V
Chemistry Lab-VI

Semester IV - Course Name
Material Characterization Techniques
Organic Spectroscopy
Elective II
Elective II
Publication Ethics
Major Research Project
Chemistry Lab-VII

Semester II - Course Name
Engineering Mathematics-II
Applied Chemistry

Semester II - Course Name
Engineering Mathematics-II
Applied Chemistry

Program Outcome (PO)

PO1: Disciplinary Knowledge

Attain profound knowledge in Discipline with advanced concepts in science & technology to design the methodology suitable to the problem encountered and ability to apply the knowledge to solve real-life problems.

PO2: Research Skills

Attain Research Skills to analyse problems, formulate a hypothesis, evaluate, and validate results with the help of advanced tools and technology, and draw a logical conclusion.

PO3: Communication

Able to present scientific and technical information with clarity, conciseness, and correct manner in both oral and written presentation.

PO4: Leadership Skills

Able to demonstrate leadership and work collaboratively as a part of a team in multidisciplinary settings.

PO5: Ethics

Attain the relevant knowledge and skills to identify unethical behaviour and truthful actions in all aspects and demonstrate standard professional ethics in the discipline concerned.

PO6: Lifelong Learning

Ability to seek new knowledge and skills and inculcate the habit of self-learning throughout life and adapting to contemporary demands of workplace.

Program Specific Outcome (PSO)

PSO 1: Gain knowledge about the fundamental aspects of inorganic chemistry to synthesize, predict and analyse properties and acquire skill to handle various categories of chemicals with precautions.

PSO 2: Understand the underlying principles, proposing mechanisms of various organic reactions, identifying chemical structure, and developing skills for characterization of compounds through experimental and instrumental methods.

PSO 3: Acquire the knowledge of various courses of physical and analytical chemistry to develop an understanding regarding their application for problem solving.

PSO 4: Integrate the knowledge and potential use of environmental, green, industrial, computational and allied areas of chemistry for the interpretation and explanation of various aspects of chemical compounds and their utilization.

M.Sc. (Chemistry)