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Master of Science (Chemistry)

MQA/SWA0307

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 Ministry of Higher Education
Language(s) of Instructions
English
Mode of Study Conventional
Mode of operation Self-govern
Study Scheme Full Time
Study Duration

Minimum: 1½ years

Maximum: 4 years

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.

 

OR

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

 

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.

 

PLO3

Design experimental set up based on a research topic.

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Written assignment, and research proposal, dissertation, research project report.

 

PLO5

Communicate effectively through variety of media and technology to a diverse audience.

 

Assignment, research proposal, dissertation.

 

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.

 

Assignment, individual research project, hands-on instrumentations, chemistry related software skills, experimental work, research presentation and report

 

Report and seminar presentation, proposal and dissertation.

PLO8

Demonstrate significant autonomy, independence, leadership, and substantial responsibility in studies and research

 

Group assignment, laboratory work.

Group assignment report and dissertation thesis.

PLO9

Build self-advancement through continuous development of new ideas, solutions and systems. 

 

Active lecture, individual assignment, laboratory work, dissertation.

 

 

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.

 

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.

 

Individual and group assignment reports and dissertation thesis. 

 

 

 

15. Classification of Courses

 

Classification

 

Credit Hours

 

 

Percentage

 

 

  Standard   (QA)

 

University General Course

3

7

 

       50%

 

Core Courses

15

36

Elective Courses

              3

7

Research

             21

50

          50%

 

Total

             42

               100

       100%

 

 

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:

●   achieve a total of minimum 42 credit hours with minimum CPA of 3.00

●   complete and pass viva M.Sc Dissertation.

 

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

            MSCK 1413

MSCK 1303

 

  Semester 2

MSCK 1613

MSCK 1213

 

 

    Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Advanced Physical Chemistry

Research Methodology

 

 

Advanced Organic Chemistry

Advanced Analytical Chemistry

 

 

 

3

3

3

 

 

3

3

 

 

Elective Courses

(3 Credits)

  Choose 1 only

MSCK 1323

MSCK 1333

MSCK 1463

MSCK 1473

MSCK 1443

MSCK 1653

MSCK 1753

MSCK 1763

MSCK 1263

MSCK 1243

MSCK 1273

 

 

Advanced Biochemistry

Advanced Biotechnology

Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy

Advanced Surface and Colloid Chemistry

Advanced Solid State Chemistry

Advanced Organic Spectroscopy

Inorganic Reaction Mechanism

Inorganic Structural Methods

Advanced Electroanalytical Chemistry

Advanced Separation Methods

Advanced Environmental Chemistry

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Research

(21 Credits)

Semester 2

MSCK 1180

 

  Semester 3

MSCK XX80

 

 

Research Proposal

 

 

Dissertation

 

 

3

 

 

18

TOTAL CREDIT 42

18. Mapping of Program Learning Outcomes to Course

 

 

 

 

 

COURSES OFFERED

Knowledge and Understanding

 

Cognitive Skills

 

Practical Skills

 

Numeracy Skills

 

Interpersonal Skills

 

Communication Skills

 

Digital Skills

Leadership, Autonomy and Responsibility

 

Personal Skills

 

Entrepreneurial Skills

Ethics and Professionalism Skills

Code

                         Courses

PLO1

KW

PLO2

CG

PLO3

PS

PLO7

NS

PLO4

IPS

PLO5

CS

PLO6

DS

PLO8

LAR

PLO9

PRS

PLO10

ENT

PLO11

ETS

University General Courses (Choose 1 from the list*)

UHXX 6XX3

University Course

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Core Courses

MSCK 1713

Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MSCK 1613

Advanced Organic Chemistry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MSCK 1413

Advanced Physical Chemistry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MSCK 1213

Advanced Analytical Chemistry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MSCK 1303

Research Methodology

 

 

 

 

 

 Elective Courses (Choose 2)

MSCK 1323

Advanced Biochemistry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

MSCK 1180

Research Proposal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  MSCK 2180

Dissertation

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key:

1. Technical Skills: PLO1, 2, 3 and 7

2. Generic Skills : PLO 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11.

* List of University General Courses

1. UBSS 6013 : Organization Behaviour and Development

2. UBSS 6023: Business Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability

3. UHMS 6013: Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues

4. UHMZ 6023: Malaysian Society and Culture

5. UHIS 6013: Philosophy of Science and Civilization

6. UHPS 6013: Dynamics of Leadership

7. UHLM 6013: Malay Language for Post Graduates

8. URTS 6013: Environmental Ethics

9. UECS 6013: IT Project Management

10. UECS 6023: Introduction to Technopreneurship

11. UMJJ 6013: Basic Japanese Language & Culture

 

 

Graduate of the programme can work as:

  1. chemists or scientists in private and government research institutions such as MARDI, PORIM, RRI, PRSS, AMREC, SIRIM and MINT
  2. lecturers or researchers in higher learning institutions, following further their degree qualifications at Masters of PhD levels;
  3. officers in agencies or industries in which sound knowledge of chemistry and high levels of generic skills are required.

OR

They can further their education by doing a PhD programme in the related field of study.

  1. 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 web site.
  • Student Support provided by counselors and psychologists at ‘Unit Perkhidmatan Sokongan Pelajar’ (UPSP), UTM Medical Centre, accommodation officers and University Library and others.
  • Special programmes on career development conducted by the university to ensure students acquire necessary skills during their academic and future career.
  • Staff student ratio for teaching of 1:12.
  • Extensive library and other learning resources and facilities
  • Each student is assigned an academic advisor (programme tutor) whose role is to assist and advice on programme of study.

 

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

 

Marks Grade Evaluation Point Level of Achievement
90-100 A+ 4.00 Excellent Pass
80-89 A 4.00
75-79 A- 3.67
70-74 B+ 3.33 Good Pass
65-69 B 3.00
60-64 B- 2.67 Pass
55-59 C+ 2.33 Fail
50-54 C 2.00
45-49 C- 1.67
40-44 D+ 1.33
35-39 D+ 1.00
30-34 D- 0.67
00-29 E 0.00

 

 

For further information on academic regulations please refer to the graduate school website: http://www.sps.utm.my/

 

 

 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

 

Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the curriculum and outcome standards

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)

 

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.

Program Assessment Tools

 

Measurement Tools

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)

Duration

Action by

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

Course Exit Survey (SCO)

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Per semester

Lecturer

Course assessment report (CAR)

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Per semester

Lecturer

Annual Programme Assessment report (APAR)

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Per Year

Faculty

Exit Survey

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Final Semester

Faculty

Alumni Survey

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Once/ 3 year

Director

 

 

 

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