Overview

This master degree provides a solid theoretical background in analytical and in advanced characterisation techniques with a strong laboratorial component and training in the area of quality control.

The acquired expertise gained in the 1st year is complemented by the Individual Project which can be developed either in companies or in research laboratories.

The graduates in the Chemical Analysis and Characterisation Techniques programme from University of Minho are able to solve analysis and characterisation problems from a wide range of areas (forensic, industrial and food chemistry) and develop skills in the scope of validation and implementation of analytical methods. A PhD degree can be pursued.

Careers

Holders of this degree are qualified to enter the labor market in analytical laboratories in the areas of quality control, food chemistry, forensic chemistry, agrochemical and chemical industry, among others.

They can also integrate scientific research and product development teams. This master degree allows the prosecution of 3rd cycle studies (PhD).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sampling and Sample Preparation

Separation and Analysis Techniques

Structural Analysis

Surfaces and Materials Analysis

Chemiometric Methods

Complements of Structural Analysis

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-06 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Braga, Portugal

Disciplines

Chemistry View 8 other Masters in Chemistry in Portugal

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Learning Agreement for Studies/ for Traineeships, which needs to be signed, dated and stamped by the student and home institution

Copy of ID card/Passport

Home Transcript of Records

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

6500 EUR / year

≈ 6500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1250 EUR / year

≈ 1250 EUR / year

Living costs

Braga

Portugal

454 - 697 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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