Electrochemistry and Battery Technologies

Entry requirements

A UK bachelor’s degree with upper second-class honours or higher in chemistry or chemistry-related subject.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Study at a university with an international reputation for excellence in research and education in electrochemistry, and discover how electrochemistry is essential to energy, sensors, waste treatment and the electronics industry.

Our exciting programme will give you practical hands-on experience in electrochemical techniques and battery characterisation methods. You will also study theoretical modules on the fundamental principles of electrode reactions with a strong emphasis on batteries, and the electroanalytical techniques used to study electrochemical reactions and battery processes.

You'll join a department where our research is changing the world. 97% of our Chemistry research is rated world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).

Information for international students

Non-UK applicants will usually have completed 4 years or more in higher education.

A minimum standard of English Language is required for admission to the programme: Band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.

Fees and funding

A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page.