Master degree program
Chemistry (BelSU)

Chemistry (BelSU)

QUALIFICATION

  • Scientific and pedagogical direction - Master of Natural Sciences

MODEL OF GRADUATING STUDENT

PO1 - to interpret scientific theories and concepts in the relevant specialized field of fundamental and applied chemistry;
PO2 - to integrate the latest achievements of science and practice in the field of chemistry into the practical activities of a research chemist, a teacher chemist to solve professional tasks, including in a wider interdisciplinary context, focused on achieving environmental, social, economic and other goals;
PO3 – to conduct a systematic search and prepare a scientific review of the state of modern scientific research on a specific topic;
PO4 - to carry out the analysis of scientific information for the formulation of scientific hypotheses in the framework of its own research;
PO5 - implement independently the formulation of the goal and objectives of scientific research, as well as the expected result, on the basis of a critical analysis and evaluation of modern scientific concepts, achievements and research in the studied / profile field of chemistry;
PO6 - to make a reasonable choice of methods, techniques, computer programs and applications of mathematical modeling and calculation, to control the process, including technological, performing a scientific experiment, processing and generalizing the results obtained;
PO7 - to analyze and interpret the obtained data (process control, scientific research results) to substantiate their reliability and value in the framework of modern concepts and theories in the field of chemistry;
PO8 - to apply fundamental and modern knowledge and methodology of physicochemical research to develop new and improve existing methods for producing substances and materials with specified characteristics, research methods of substances, materials and processes, technological processes or their stages;
PO9 - to carry out qualitative and quantitative modeling of the process in order to establish its mechanism, ways of its regulation, to obtain a product with specified characteristics or to increase its output, to determine the optimal conditions for its implementation and control;
PO10 – to develop a curriculum for teaching chemical disciplines in the context of modern achievements in the field of chemistry and the requirements of higher education pedagogy;
PO11 – to present the results of your own research in the chosen field of chemistry in the form of a scientific publication;
PO12 - to continue independent and autonomous training for creative self-development and self-improvement, for the development of basic and subject-matter competencies during the entire professional activity.

Program passport

Speciality Name
Chemistry (BelSU)
Speciality Code
7M05302
Faculty
Chemistry and Chemical Technology

disciplines

Foreign Language (professional)
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose is to acquire and improve competencies by international standards of foreign language education and to communicate in an intercultural, professional, and scientific environment. A master's student must integrate new information, understand the organization of languages, interact in society, and defend his point of view.

History and Philosophy of Science
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose: Understanding of modern philosophy as a system of scientific knowledge, including worldview in rational-theoretical comprehension. The discipline includes aspects of the evolution and development of scientific thinking, historical moments, the contribution of scientists and scientific schools to the formation of science, and ethical and social aspects of scientific activity.

Organization and Planning of Scientific Researches
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form the skills necessary for planning and conducting high-quality and competitive scientific research. The training course forms the theoretical and methodological basis of the process of scientific research, their goals, objectives, stages of implementation, as well as areas of application of the results. The discipline is aimed at studying the foundations of the scientific method, the methodology for conducting literary and experimental research, the rules for preparing and reviewing scientific publications and projects.

Pedagogy of Higher Education
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose: To provide pedagogical theories and practical strategies for effective teaching in higher education, fostering critical thinking, and academic success. The course explores instructional methods, curriculum design, assessment techniques, and classroom management strategies preparing educators to create inclusive and stimulating learning environments.

Psychology of management
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Formation of knowledge about the fundamental concepts of management psychology for the practical application of the most critical aspects of management in professional interaction. Basic principles of management psychology, personality in management interactions, management of personality behavior, modern ideas, psychology of managing group phenomena, motivation, and practical reflection.

Theory and Problems of Physical Chemistry
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline: to form the ability of self-mastering, analysis, and application of theories, approaches and trends in modern physical chemistry to solve theoretical and applied problems in the dissertation research; to predict, on the basis of the model approach, the thermodynamic and kinetic parameters of the studied physicochemical systems and processes; carry out the synthesis and critical analysis of research results. The course forms the theoretical and methodological basis of scientific research in the field of chemistry.

Data for 2021-2024 years

disciplines

Advanced analytical chemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline to develop skills for solving real problems using analytical chemistry methods. When studying the discipline, the possibilities of physical and physicochemical methods of identification and determination of organic and inorganic substances in various samples will be considered. Particular attention is paid to studying the process of selecting the most effective method of analysis for solving the problem, as well as the method of calibration, sampling and sample preparation.

Advanced chapters of analytical chemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline: To form the ability of undergraduates to interpret theoretical knowledge about the laws of the analytical reactions in real solutions involving competing processes. In the study of the discipline will be considered: the acidity of highly diluted and concentrated electrolyte solutions, salts of complex composition, the study of multistage complication, and the acid-base equilibrium.

Association of SAS with Polyelectrolytes
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The goal of the discipline is to form the ability to develop compositions of high- and low-molecular surfactants for the possibilities of their practical application. The discipline is aimed at studying: modern trends in the development of the science of association in polymer and surfactant-containing systems, the mechanism of interaction of components, physicochemical properties and composition of associates, as well as the possibility of their use as stabilizers, emulsifiers, flocculants and structure-forming agents.

Bases of Modern Experimental Thermodynamics
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of the discipline is to form the ability of students to perform thermochemical experiments, as well as process the results, using modern concepts in the field of thermometry and calorimetry. The course deals with the principle of operation of resistance thermometers, liquid calorimeter-integrator, isothermal calorimeter, massive calorimeter; The factors affecting the final result of calorimetric measurements, as well as ways to improve the measurement accuracy are analyzed. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: Laws of thermodynamics. Basics of modern methods of conducting a thermochemical experiment; Studying the principles of constructing calorimetric equipment, the use of various thermometers and calorimeters to solve scientific and practical problems, the methodology for calorimetric experiments and the processing of their results.

Capillary electrophoresis in chemical analysis
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline is to form the ability to apply modern achievements in the field of studying electrokinetic phenomena, electrostatic interaction of colloidal particles for specific practical purposes. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: development of the theory of the structure of the double electric layer, mechanisms for the formation of electron-kinetic processes, their connection with thermodynamics and electrokinetic potential, the role of DEL in the stabilization of the disperse system, the problems of their stabilization with the use of polymers.

Colloid-chemical basis of environmental protection
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The goal of the discipline is to develop the ability to apply the theoretical foundations of modern colloidal chemistry to solve environmental problems. The discipline is aimed at studying colloidal-chemical methods of air, water and soil purification; adsorption of organic substances from aqueous solutions, study of methods for producing industrial carbon adsorbents and polysorbs; physical and chemical bases of coagulation and flocculation, foam separation, reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration.

Computer Technologies in Science and Education
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline is to form an information culture for masters in the theory and practice of applying modern computer technologies for their application in research and development in the field of chemistry. The discipline is aimed at studying modern information technologies, hardware and software necessary for the implementation of scientific activities in chemistry; to prepare for the practical use of information technology in solving professional problems.

Contemporary problems of organical chemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The main purpose: the formation of ability to interpret theoretical and practical knowledge, obtained in the process of learning about the mechanisms of chemical reactions, analyze the connection between chemical structure and activity, and knowledge is necessary to solve complex problems in organic chemistry. During the study of the discipline students will learn following aspects: problems arising in the synthesis of cyclic structures, transformation of the functional groups, isohyptic and non-hypogetic transformations, the problems of the selectivity of organic reactions.

Modern methods of analysis of environmental objects
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline form undergraduates the ability to assess and use methods to control environmental pollution, modern rapid methods for the analysis of pollutants, regulatory documents for environmental analysis. When studying the discipline, the following will be considered: the main approaches to the analysis of environmental objects with the definition of the main components, as well as toxicants; sanitary and hygienic standardization of compounds in environmental protection; analytical characteristics of modern methods of environmental analysis; characteristics of test methods in environmental analysis; the choice of methods of analytical control of environmental objects.

Modern methods of separation of substances
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline: to form the ability to select and interpret modern physical and physico-chemical methods for the identification and analysis of components of various substances, mixtures, to apply the knowledge gained to conduct a qualitative and quantitative analysis of substances on modern physical and chemical equipment. When studying the discipline, the following will be considered: modern requirements for analytical quality control of substances, sampling and sample preparation, chemical calculations based on experimental data.

Modern problems of chromatography
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The goal of the discipline is to form the skills necessary for the effective application of chromatographic methods of analysis. The discipline is aimed at studying the most promising scientific developments in the field of chromatography, equipment and the field of application of gas and liquid chromatography methods with various detection options.

Modern problems of inorganic chemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline to form the ability to predict the receipt of new materials based on inorganic substances and to implement a reasonable choice of methods for their research. Discipline is aimed at studying: physico-chemical principles of the structure and properties of inorganic substances; the theory of the structure of inorganic coordination compounds; structure and physicochemical properties of atomic, ionic and molecular solids.

Modern research methods in electrochemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose of the discipline: formation the ability to assess the current state and development trends of electrochemical methods of research and analysis for the correct selection of an effective method for solving production and research problems. The course will consider the main theoretical aspects of modern methods for the study of electrochemical processes will be considered, allowing to expand the approaches to solving scientific and practical problems.

Selected Chapters of Inorganic Chemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The goal is to create the ability to increase their professional competence in the field of inorganic chemistry, to interpret and synthesize modern information on new inorganic compounds, to formulate tasks and carry out scientific research in the field of inorganic chemistry. Will be considered: a periodic law, simple substances as homoatomic compounds, radioactive and synthesized elements, metal chemistry, complex chemical compounds.

Selected chapters of organic chemistry
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The main purpose: the formation of ability to understand the effect of electronic effects on the chemical properties of organic molecules, to understand the sequence of constructing the synthesis of complex organic systems, knowledge is necessary for further professional development. During the study of the discipline students will learn following aspects: the study of electronic effects, the influence of effects on the reaction mechanisms (addition, substitution, elimination), synthesis and isolation of spatial isomers.

Solid-Phase Reactions
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline is to develop the skills necessary for planning and conducting inorganic synthesis. The discipline is aimed at studying the theoretical and applied foundations of the chemistry of solid-phase reactions, modern methods of conducting solid-phase reactions, chemical bonding in solids, modern physicochemical methods for analyzing solids, phase diagrams, the relationship between the structure and physicochemical properties of solids.

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INTERNSHIPS

Pedagogical
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: formation of the ability to carry out educational activities in universities, to design the educational process and conduct certain types of training sessions using innovative educational technologies.

Research
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.

Data for 2021-2024 years