Master of Science (Chemistry)
MQA/SWA0307
- Programme Specification
- Entry Requirement
- Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
- Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
- Classification of Courses
- Programme Structure
- Mapping of Program Learning Outcomes to Course
- Career Prospects
- Support for students and their learning
- Regulation of Assessment
- Facilities available List of laboratories:
- Methods for Evaluating and Improving the Quality and Standards of Teaching and Learning
- Regulation of Program Assessment
- Program Assessment Tools
- MQA certificate
| Awarding Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
| Teaching Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
| Programme Name | Master of Science (Chemistry) | |||
| Final Award |
Master of Science (Chemistry) | |||
| NEC Code |
0531 | |||
| Programme Code | MSCC2 | |||
| Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation |
MALAYSIAN QUALIFICATIONS AGENCY (MQA) | |||
| Language(s) of Instructions |
English | |||
| Mode of Study | Conventional | |||
| Mode of operation | Self-govern | |||
| Study Scheme | Full Time |
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| Study Duration |
Minimum: 1½ years Maximum: 4 years |
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| Type of Semester | No. of Semesters | No. of weeks per semester | ||
| Full Time | Part Time | Full Time | Part Time | |
| Normal | 3 | – | 14 | – |
General University Requirements:
Basic conditions of entry is referring to the Assessment Guidelines in 1998 Entry, Pind. 1/2013.
Faculty Requirements:
Bachelor of Science with a CGPA of ≥ 2.75 from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in chemistry or any institutions of higher learning recognized by the Senate in the same field.
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equivalent to a Bachelor of Science degree with experience in the same field and recognized by the UTM Senate.
AND
Applicants with physical disabilities (restricted mobility) including colour blind shall not be considered.
English Language Requirement (for international students):
All international students who apply for UTM must have a valid TOEFL to last two years or IELTS certificate. Students with a TOEFL score of 550 (or 79 IBT) or IELTS Band 6 will be enrolled in the faculty program without undergoing UTM English Courses.
Graduates of the programme should be :
PEO 1 : Knowledgeable in advanced areas of chemistry for teaching, research and applications, in alignment with industrial demands
PEO 2 : Competent in frontier technologies applicable in the field of chemistry towards sustainable community and in meeting global needs
PEO 3 : Professional with high sense of responsibility and compliance to standards of ethical conduct
| Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO | ||||
| Intended Learning Outcomes | Teaching and Learning Methods | Assessment | ||
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | PLO1 |
Synthesize comprehensive knowledge in theory, methodology and practice independently in advanced Chemistry. |
Active lecture, assigned reading, group discussion, assignment and research work. |
Examinations, tests, quizzes, project reports and assignments
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| PLO2 | Construct critical solutions to related complex issues in the field of frontier Chemistry. | Active lectures, research works, assigned reading, group discussion and problem-based assignments, hands-on instrumentations, chemistry related software. |
Examination, test, assignment report, dissertation, oral presentation, group project, and computer simulation.
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| PLO3 |
Design experimental set up based on a research topic.
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Active lectures, research works, assigned reading, group discussion and problem-based assignments, hands-on instrumentations, chemistry related software skills, experimental work, research presentation and report.
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Research proposal, project presentation, dissertation and viva-voce. | |
| PLO7 |
Evaluate the numerical and graphical data for studies and research purposes using qualitative, quantitative, mathematical and statistical methods.
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Laboratory works, individual / group assignments | Progress report, logbooks and group assignment report. | |
| Intended Learning Outcomes | Teaching and Learning Methods | Assessment | ||
| GENERIC SKILLS | PLO4 | Collaborate effectively with different people in learning and working communities. |
Group projects, laboratory work, independent research.
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Written assignment, and research proposal, dissertation, research project report.
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| PLO5 |
Communicate effectively through variety of media and technology to a diverse audience.
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Assignment, research proposal, dissertation.
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Project report and group presentation, dissertation, viva-voce | |
| PLO6 |
Competent in utilizing a wide range of appropriate digital technologies and software to enhance studies and research.
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Assignment, individual research project, hands-on instrumentations, chemistry related software skills, experimental work, research presentation and report
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Report and seminar presentation, proposal and dissertation. | |
| PLO8 |
Demonstrate significant autonomy, independence, leadership, and substantial responsibility in studies and research
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Group assignment, laboratory work. | Group assignment report and dissertation thesis. | |
| PLO9 |
Build self-advancement through continuous development of new ideas, solutions and systems.
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Active lecture, individual assignment, laboratory work, dissertation.
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Laboratory report, individual assignment report, seminar presentation and dissertation thesis. | |
| PLO10 | Propose entrepreneurial opportunities in the field of Chemistry | Active lecture, laboratory works and research work. |
Written assignment, dissertation thesis and progress report.
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| PLO11 | Comply to ethical and professional codes of practice on complex issues in the area of Chemistry. |
Active lecture, laboratory works, research proposal, and research work.
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Individual and group assignment reports and dissertation thesis.
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15. Classification of Courses |
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Classification |
Credit Hours |
Percentage |
Standard (QA) |
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University General Course |
3 |
7 |
50% |
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Core Courses |
15 |
36 |
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Elective Courses |
3 |
7 |
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Research |
21 |
50 |
50% |
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Total |
42 |
100 |
100% |
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17. Programme structures and features, curriculum, and award requirements The course is offered in full-time mode and based on a 3 Semester Academic Year with several subjects being delivered and assessed in each semester. Assessment: Based on final examination, coursework and dissertation. Award requirements: To graduate, students should:
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| Course Category | Code | Course | Credit |
| University general course (3 Credits) |
UXXX 6XX3 | (Choose 1 courses from the list given by School of Graduate Studies) | 3 |
| Core Courses (15 Credits) |
Semester 1 MSCK 1713 |
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry |
3 |
| MSCK 1413 | Advanced Physical Chemistry | 3 | |
| MSCK 1303 | Research Methodology | 3 | |
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Semester 2 MSCK 1613 |
Advanced Organic Chemistry |
3 |
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| MSCK 1213 | Advanced Analytical Chemistry | 3 | |
| Elective Courses (3 Credits) |
Choose 1 only MSCK 1323 |
Advanced Biochemistry |
3 |
| MSCK 1333 | Advanced Biotechnology | ||
| MSCK 1463 | Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy | ||
| MSCK 1473 | Advanced Surface and Colloid Chemistry | ||
| MSCK 1443 | Advanced Solid State Chemistry | ||
| MSCK 1653 | Advanced Organic Spectroscopy | ||
| MSCK 1753 | Inorganic Reaction Mechanism | ||
| MSCK 1763 | Inorganic Structural Methods | ||
| MSCK 1263 | Advanced Electroanalytical Chemistry | ||
| MSCK 1243 | Advanced Separation Methods | ||
| MSCK 1273 | Advanced Environmental Chemistry | ||
| Research (21 Credits) |
Semester 2 MSCK 1180 |
Research Proposal |
3 |
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Semester 3 MSCK XX80 |
Dissertation |
18 |
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| TOTAL CREDIT | 42 | ||
Graduate of the programme can work as:
- chemists or scientists in private and government research institutions such as MARDI, PORIM, RRI, PRSS, AMREC, SIRIM and MINT
- lecturers or researchers in higher learning institutions, following further their degree qualifications at Masters of PhD levels;
- officers in agencies or industries in which sound knowledge of chemistry and high levels of generic skills are required.
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They can further their education by doing a PhD programme in the related field of study.
Students and their learning are supported by:
- Briefing of all new post-graduate students during registration week.
- Postgraduate Handbook for every academic session.
- Information services provided by the Graduate School (SPS) and through the university’s website.
- Student Support provided by counselors and psychologists at ‘Pusat Kaunseling’, UTM Medical Centre, accommodation officers and University Library and others.
- Student Advisors Programme: The coordinator provides advice on academic progress and monitoring students’ performance and achievements.
- Special programmes on career development conducted by the university to ensure students acquire necessary skills during their academic and future career.
- The staff student ratio for teaching is 1:15 according to the guidelines set by MQA.
- Extensive library and other learning resources and facilities.
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21. Regulation of Assessment While the minimum passing mark for every course is 60%, for the purpose of graduation the minimum overall mark to be achieved shall not lower than 65%. Dissertation will be examined by a panel of internal examiners appointed by the Department’s Post-graduate Committee; their roles include evaluating candidates’ viva-voce and written project dissertation.
Summary of marks, grades and their evaluation points
For further information on academic regulations please refer to the graduate school website: http://www.sps.utm.my/
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22. Facilities available List of laboratories:
Laboratories • Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory 1 & 2 • Physical Chemistry Laboratory 1 & 2 • Organic Chemistry Laboratory 1 & 2 • Analytical Laboratory 1, 2, & 3 • Project Laboratories • Macromolecule Laboratory • Biotechnology Laboratory • Students Computer Room • Resource Centre
Major Equipments • Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer • Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometer System • Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometers • Gel Permeation Chromatograph • UV-Visible Spectrometers • High Performance Liquid Chromatograph • Gas Chromatograph • Liquid Chromatograph • Atomic Absorption Spectrometer • Ion Chromatograph • Capillary Electrophoresis Unit • BET Surface Analyser • Diffrential Scanning Calorimeter • Voltammetric Systems • Fluorescence Spectrometer • Surface Adsorption/Desorption System • Total Organic Carbon Analyser • Flame Photometer • Electron Spin Resonance Spectrometer • X-Ray Diffraction Spectrometer • Inductively Coupled Plasma
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Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the curriculum and outcome standards
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1. Students’ performance in terms of: ● KB/KS/KG –Pass/conditional pass/fail ● CPA – Cumulative point average ● Graduating students’ performance ● GOT – Graduate on time ● Completion Rate ● Analysis of course performance
2. Employability ● Exit survey ● Alumni survey ● Market survey
3. Lecturer’s performance ● Teaching evaluation by students (e-PPP) ● Annual staff appraisal (e-LPPT) ● Teaching Evaluation System (TES)
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4. Curriculum review ● Faculty academic committee ● External examiner reports ● CO achievement survey by students
5. Delivery system ● Academic Quality Assurance Committee ● Malaysia Quality Assurance (MQA) standards |
Board of Study (external examiner, IAP and Alumni) are appointed by the Faculty Academic Committee to:
- review and evaluate program curriculum,
- review and evaluate methods of students assessment,
- make necessary recommendations to the Academic Committee.
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Program Assessment Tools
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