Chemistry Aarhus University

Overview

You’ll shape your Chemistry at Aarhus University  by choosing from a wide range of courses including organic, inorganic, biophysical, materials, theoretical/computational, atmospheric, and physical chemistry. You can also pursue focused specialisations such as:

• Organic synthesis
• NMR studies
• Laser spectroscopy
• Atmospheric chemistry
• Synchrotron X-ray methods
• New material development

All courses are continuously updated to reflect the needs of industry, research, and society. Teaching is research-driven, and classes are taught by active researchers at the forefront of their fields.

In your second year, you’ll carry out independent research and write your master’s thesis under expert supervision. You’ll also have the chance to join ongoing research projects—often in collaboration with private companies or public institutions. This gives you hands-on experience, access to state-of-the-art labs and facilities, and the opportunity to engage in real-world science.

Career

Graduates of the MSc in Chemistry enjoy strong job prospects, working in research, development, teaching, communication, and consulting across sectors, with top employers including Novo Nordisk, LEGO, Arla, and DuPont.