This Master's level course focuses on the theory and application of advanced analytical techniques used to characterize the physical and chemical properties of the ocean. You will gain a deeper understanding of methods for quantifying specific compounds and analyzing the marine environment. The skills learned are also applicable to broader industrial and environmental science fields. The course addresses the unique challenges of chemical measurements in seawater, considering its complex composition and the vast spatial and temporal scales involved. Understanding the flow of chemicals globally and locally is crucial, as these are linked to human activities and Earth's climate. To interpret biogeochemical processes, one must consider the physical and chemical complexity of seawater, the atmosphere, and sediments. Many naturally occurring organic and inorganic species are present at extremely low concentrations, and only a few ions exceed 1mM. Furthermore, seawater is a complex organic mixture. New technologies and sensor development are rapidly advancing to meet these analytical challenges.
Selection is based on the number of credits from previous university studies, with a maximum of 165 credits considered.
Full tuition fee is 35,500 SEK. The first payment is also 35,500 SEK. Fee-paying students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are required to pay tuition. An application fee of 900 SEK also applies to these students. Payments can be made by bank transfer or card. The University advises direct payment to avoid fraud.
The full tuition fee for students outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland is 35,500 SEK. An application fee of 900 SEK also applies to these students.
Information on scholarships to help cover study costs for fee-paying students can be found on the University of Gothenburg's study pages.
You need to have completed 120 credits in natural science or engineering, with at least 30 credits in chemistry. Selection is based on the number of credits from previous university studies.
The language of instruction for this Master's programme is English.
The course starts on 19 January 2026. The application period is from 15 September to 15 October 2025.
You must submit an online application through universityadmissions.se. If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, you will also need to pay a 900 SEK application fee.