AI and Digital Chemistry MSc

University of Nottingham

United Kingdom, Nottingham

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University of Nottingham

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 30,800 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

AI and Digital Chemistry MSc

About

Course overview

What if you could help transform how we discover life-saving medicines, advanced materials and sustainable chemicals by combining chemistry with the power of artificial intelligence (AI)?

Our master’s in AI and Digital Chemistry is your gateway to this revolutionary frontier. Designed for future scientists ready to lead in an era of digital innovation, this programme empowers you with skills in AI, data science and computational chemistry – tools now essential to solving the world’s most complex chemical challenges.

You’ll be based in the prestigious School of Chemistry, one of the UK’s largest and most research-active chemistry departments. Home to a vibrant community of over 160 postgraduate students and 60 postdoctoral researchers, the school offers an intellectually rich environment where groundbreaking ideas thrive. You'll also benefit from the university’s interdisciplinary strength, with collaborations across Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Sciences and industry leaders.

A diverse range of MSc research projects are available, with opportunities to work with industry co-supervisors and access to the university’s high-performance computer, powered by some of the latest CPU and GPU technologies. Whether your interests lie in molecular discovery, process automation or AI-driven material design, you’ll apply AI and computational techniques to solve a chemical problem, gaining practical, industry-relevant experience.

Graduating from this programme means stepping into a world of opportunity. Career paths include roles in pharmaceuticals, materials discovery, green chemistry and technology companies, where your unique blend of chemical insight and AI fluency will set you apart.

This course is ideal for:

Aspiring innovators: Individuals eager to apply AI techniques to solve complex chemical problems
Future scientists: Those seeking a career in scientific research with a focus on data science and AI
Problem solvers: Students who enjoy tackling challenging questions and developing new solutions
Tech enthusiasts: Individuals interested in the latest advancements in AI, machine learning and high-performance computing
Industry professionals: Those looking to enhance their skills and knowledge for roles in pharmaceuticals, materials discovery and tech companies

Be part of the next generation of scientific innovators. Your journey into the future of chemistry starts here.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate degreeEquivalent of a 2:1 BSc Hons degree in chemistry or a related subject (e.g. chemical engineering or natural sciences); or a combination of qualifications and/or experience equivalent to that level. The equivalent of a high 2:2 (above 56%) may be considered if the applicant has relevant work experience or another supporting factor.

International and EU equivalentsWe accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.

For information on entry requirements from your country, see our country pages.

IELTS6.5 (6.0 in each element)

English language requirementsAs well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English.

Meeting our English language requirements

If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a presessional English course. Presessional courses teach you academic skills in addition to English language. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

For on-campus presessional English courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. For online presessional courses, see our CELE webpages for guidance

Visa restrictions

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.

Career

Careers

We offer individual careers support for all postgraduate students.

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or résumé, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

Graduate destinations

As a graduate from this programme, you will be equipped to work at the exciting new forefront of chemistry, with enhanced employability and strong digital skills. The Royal Society of Chemistry’s 2023 report highlights the growing demand for digital skills in chemistry job postings, making this qualification highly valuable in the job market. Career opportunities include roles in pharmaceuticals, materials discovery and tech companies, among others. 

Graduates from the School of Chemistry have gone on to work for top employers such as Boots, Cancer Research, NHS and Unilever.