Courses and Programmes within chemistry

What can I study within chemistry?
Welcome to the chemistry education at the Section of Chemistry at Uppsala University! We offer the following Master's programmes and independent courses in the subject of chemistry given in English:
- Master's Programme in Chemistry (8 different specializations)
- Master's Programme in Analytical Chemistry - EACH (Erasmus-Mundus)
- Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage
More information about each programme can be found below. See also the list with search function on all courses and programmes given at the Section of Chemistry at the bottom of this page.
Master's Programme in Chemistry (120 credits)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry offers a choice between eight study tracks: Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bio- and Nanomaterials, Physical Chemistry, Chemicals for Renewable Energy, Chemical Biology, Organic Chemistry, and Theoretical Chemistry. All of these tracks are based on strong areas of research at Uppsala University, providing you with cutting-edge expertise through in-depth studies in the particular area of your choice.
(In addition to these tracks, we also offer the Master's Programme in Analytical Chemistry - EACH (Excellence in Analytical Chemistry) and the Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage. See below for more information.)
You may also choose, within the framework of your degree, to combine chemistry studies with subjects such as entrepreneurship, languages or project management.
Find out more about the Master's Programme in Chemistry.

Master's Programme in Analytical Chemistry - EACH (120 credits)
This international two-year joint Master's Programme in Analytical Chemistry enables specialists in analytical chemistry to become highly qualified for work in industry and chemical analysis laboratories worldwide. The programme has been recognised by the European Union as a joint Master's degree programme, known as Excellence in Analytical Chemistry (EACH).
The EACH programme is an Erasmus Mundus programme that is taught by four European universities: University of Tartu, Estonia; Uppsala University, Sweden; Claude Bernard University Lyon 1, France; and Åbo Akademi University, Finland.
Find out more about the Master's Programme in Analytical Chemistry - EACH.

Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage (120 credits)
Energy storage is key for transforming into a climate neutral society and a rapidly growing industry. Join the Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage to understand the fundamentals of battery materials, cells and systems, and how this technology impacts our society and environment. Qualified professionals in the field are in high demand and this programme provides you with an attractive profile in an expansive labour market.
Find out more about the Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage.

All courses and programmes given at the Section of Chemistry
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Advanced Electrochemistry, 10 credits (1KB271)
Kinetically and mass transport controlled electrochemical reactions. Surface confined electrochemical processes. Solid state electrochemistry. Potentiostatic and galvanostatic methods. Homogeneous and heterogeneous electrocatalysis. ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 67%, English
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Advanced Electrochemistry, 10 credits (1KB271)
Kinetically and mass transport controlled electrochemical reactions. Surface confined electrochemical processes. Solid state electrochemistry. Potentiostatic and galvanostatic methods. Homogeneous and heterogeneous electrocatalysis. ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2024, On-campus learning, 67%, English
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Advanced Mass Spectrometry, 15 credits (1KB159)
Overview of modern instrumentation for high resolution mass spectrometry including Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometry (FTICR), Orbitrap MS and Imaging MS. Emphasis is placed on the conditions and opportunities ...
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Analytical Chemistry - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Analytical Chemistry, is closely linked to world-leading research and will provide you with cutting-edge expertise in the field of analytical chemistry. You will gain theoretical ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Analytical Chemistry - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Analytical Chemistry, is closely linked to world-leading research and will provide you with a cutting-edge expertise in the field of analytical chemistry. You will gain theoretical ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Analytical Chemistry I, 10 credits (1KB105)
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 67%, Swedish
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Analytical Chemistry II, 15 credits (1KB101)
The course is intended to give you knowledge and practical skills of how to choose proper methods for sampling, sample preparation and detection to solve analytical problems. The experimental work is mainly performed as projects in ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, The course will be taught in English, if needed
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Applied Analysis of Complex Samples, 15 credits (1KB154)
The course give you knowledge about advanced methods for sampling, sample preparation, separation and detection and how they can be combined into complete analytical procedures. It also presents methods for analysis of variance and ...
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Bachelor's Programme in Chemistry, 180 credits (TKE1K)
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, Swedish
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Basic Materials Chemistry, 5 credits (1KB201)
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 33%, Swedish
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Batteries for Electromobility, 7.5 credits (1KB276)
This course provides an introduction to energy storage in the form of batteries for electric vehicles. The basic functions of batteries, battery production and the use of batteries for vehicles will be examined. The focus of the course ...
- Course, Flexible, Summer 2022, Distance learning, 100%, The course will be taught in English, if needed
- Course, Flexible, Spring 2023, Distance learning, 67%, English
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Batteries for Electromobility, 7.5 credits (1KB276)
This course provides an introduction to energy storage in the form of batteries for electric vehicles. The basic functions of batteries, battery production and the use of batteries for vehicles will be examined. The focus of the course ...
- Course, Flexible, Summer 2023, Distance learning, 100%, English
- Course, Flexible, Spring 2024, Distance learning, 67%, English
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Bio and Nano Materials - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Bio and Nano Materials, provides you with cutting-edge expertise through in-depth studies in the field of Bio and Nano materials. The studies combine theoretical knowledge and practical ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Bio and Nano Materials - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Bio and Nano Materials, provides you with cutting-edge expertise through in-depth studies in the field of Bio and Nano materials. The studies combine theoretical knowledge and practical ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Biochemistry - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Biochemistry, provides you with a firm basis in advanced Biochemistry. Focus is in the fields of protein structure and function, macromolecular interactions, enzymology and protein ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Biochemistry - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Biochemistry, provides you with a firm basis in advanced biochemistry covering all major areas, especially in the fields of protein structure and function, macromolecular interactions, ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Biochemistry I, 5 credits (1KB408)
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 33%, Swedish
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Biochemistry II, 15 credits (1KB421)
Chemical structure and molecular organisation of biological systems. Structure and evolution of proteins. Biochemical toxicology. Immunoglobulins and immunological analysis methodology. Design of protein function. Membrane topology ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, The course will be taught in English, if needed
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Bioengineering: Biomaterials and Design, 5 credits (1KB259)
The course will highlight recent advances in bioengineering applications, from regenerative medicine to personalised therapy and also some aspects of regulatory challenges. The course content includes basic biology coupled with chemical ...
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Biomaterials I, 5 credits (1KB263)
The course covers different biomaterials that are used in regenerative medicine. Basic concepts: synthetic polymers vs. naturally occurring polymers, ceramics and metals, material properties, function and use permanent vs. biodegradable ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Biomaterials I, 5 credits (1KB263)
The course covers different biomaterials that are used in regenerative medicine. Basic concepts: synthetic polymers vs. naturally occurring polymers, ceramics and metals, material properties, function and use permanent vs. biodegradable ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2024, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Biomaterials II, 5 credits (1KB264)
This course includes a general overview of the use of biomaterials and relevant biological aspects, including cells and tissues, cell therapies, the body's response to e.g. temporary vs. permanent implants, cell substrates and tailored ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Biomaterials II, 5 credits (1KB264)
This course includes a general overview of the use of biomaterials and relevant biological aspects, including cells and tissues, cell therapies, the body's response to e.g. temporary vs. permanent implants, cell substrates and tailored ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2024, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Biophysical Chemistry, 10 credits (1KB468)
Structure of biological macromolecules. Macromolecules in solution, conformational and membrane equilibria, ligand binding: cooperativity, steric constraints. Reaction kinetics in biosynthetic processes. Membranes: structure, proteins ...
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Biophysical Chemistry, 10 credits (1KB468)
Structure of biological macromolecules. Macromolecules in solution, conformational and membrane equilibria, ligand binding: cooperativity, steric constraints. Reaction kinetics in biosynthetic processes. Membranes: structure, proteins ...
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Biosensors, 5 credits (1KB446)
Biosensors are analytical devices that consist of a biological recognition element able to interact specifically with a target, and a transducer able to convert the recognition event into a measurable signal. The course will cover ...
- Course, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Catalysis, 5 credits (1KB275)
Catalysis is central in living systems as well as industrial processes. The course covers the basic principles of catalysis, including kinetics and mechanistic models, design of electrocatalytic materials, surface properties and function ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2023, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Catalysis, 5 credits (1KB275)
Catalysis is central in living systems as well as industrial processes. The course covers the basic principles of catalysis, including kinetics and mechanistic models, the design of electrocatalytic materials, surface properties and ...
- Course, Uppsala, Spring 2024, On-campus learning, 33%, English
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Chemical Biology - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Chemical Biology, provides you with a firm basis in advanced chemical biology covering all major areas, and a cutting-edge expertise in the field of molecular interactions between ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2023, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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Chemical Biology - Master's Programme in Chemistry, 120 credits (TKE2M)
The Master's Programme in Chemistry, specialising in Chemical Biology, provides you with a firm basis in advanced chemical biology covering all major areas, and a cutting-edge expertise in the field of molecular interactions between ...
- Programme, Uppsala, Autumn 2022, On-campus learning, 100%, English
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