Sustainable Industrial Chemistry

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Sustainable Industrial Chemistry
Course sheet
A.Y. 2025/2026
Master programme
LM-71 R - Scienze e tecnologie della chimica industriale
Master programme
120
ECTS
Access
Open with entry requirements examination
2
Years
Course location
Milan
Language
English
The first specific training objective of the Master's Degree Course in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry is the training of a graduate specialised in industrial chemical sciences and technologies, who is able to competently apply procedures and protocols proper to industrial chemistry, develop and characterise new products and materials at an industrial level and in a sustainable manner, experiment new technologies and develop new processes characterised by a better environmental footprint, conduct chemical analyses and quality controls, also at the level of prevention, safety and environmental protection, which require full mastery of chemical and instrumental techniques. Furthermore, the master's degree graduate is able to conduct the subsequent processing of the acquired data, prepare reports on the results of the analyses, and carry out laboratory tests and trials for the development of new products, assess the environmental impact of the proposed processes and products.
Even more importantly, graduates with a master's degree in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry are able to develop innovative process schemes and plants for the exploitation of resources, raw materials and renewable energies, for the valorisation of waste and scrap materials, and for energy efficiency, with a view to promoting a circular economy and improving the environmental impact of production processes. All this is incorporated into the training programme with a view to the economic sustainability of the plants designed, so as to ensure their full and real feasibility, introducing the most modern methods of quantifying not only costs but also the main profitability indices of chemical plants. Similarly, sustainability is quantified, proposing logic and metrics for its precise quantification and implementation according to scientific standards. In this context, the master's degree course complies with European standards for the teaching of industrial chemistry, aiming to provide specific skills with particular regard to industrial chemistry disciplines and their applications. Graduates will be able to provide advice on industrial and applied chemistry and carry out any other activity defined by current legislation in relation to the profession of industrial chemist. Another specific objective of the degree course in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry is to enable students to immediately enter the professional world or, if desired, to continue with further higher education (PhD or Master's degree). Therefore, the course aims to provide students with a complete mastery of scientific methods and content in chemistry, with particular attention to issues of environmental, economic and safety sustainability, in order to facilitate smooth entry into the world of work or access to further training.
Finally, industry, including the chemical industry, is increasingly making use of the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence and process modelling in order to improve and optimise production processes, also with a view to greater environmental and economic sustainability. Graduates in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry will acquire basic knowledge of these aspects in the core courses and will be able to deepen their understanding through dedicated optional courses. In particular, the foundations will be laid for the profitable and responsible use of these new tools, with a focus on various machine learning models. In addition, various IT tools will be proposed for in silico process design and optimisation, as well as for the creation of "digital twins".

The Graduates in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry will have:
- specific and in-depth cultural training in the various sectors of industrial chemistry, in its theoretical and experimental aspects, with particular attention to sustainable technologies and the reduction of environmental impact;
- perfect mastery of the scientific method of investigation, which includes the ability to apply innovative analytical methods and techniques, to use complex equipment and mastery in the use of mathematical and IT support tools;
- in-depth knowledge in the field of analysis, design, production and valorisation (also from a circular economy perspective) of molecules of great application interest, enabling them to use advanced and innovative synthesis methodologies and strategies, also taking into account the principles of sustainability (promoting economic and social development) and environmental protection;
- the ability to carry out projects of varying levels of complexity for the transition from laboratory scale to pilot scale to industrial scale for innovative products or processes characterised by lower environmental impact;
- the ability to quantify the economic impact through TEA (Techno Economic Assessment) and LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) analyses of the designed processes and to improve the environmental and economic sustainability of existing processes;
- a good knowledge of the issues involved in industrial-scale separation processes and improving the sustainability of solid, liquid and gaseous emissions from chemical plants;
- the ability to identify innovative biotechnological processes and develop more economical and less polluting methodologies in the field of fine chemistry;
- expertise in the field of electrochemical technologies in various areas of application: analytical, synthetic, energy and environmental, with an innovative and sustainable mindset, capable of addressing the environmental and social challenges of the 21st century;
- understanding of the problems involved in the preparation and use of metallic materials, with particular regard to corrosion and environmental degradation phenomena;
- understanding of the properties and problems associated with the development and transformation of polymeric materials;
- the knowledge necessary to carry out the design of catalysts and catalytic processes and to implement their industrial development in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner;
- the ability to use English fluently, both written and spoken, in addition to Italian;
- the ability to adapt to the continuous evolution of chemical disciplines and to interact with culturally related professions.

The aim is to train master's degree graduates in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry who are able to:
- work independently, enabling them to hold positions of high responsibility in the implementation of projects and structures in the industrial and research fields;
- develop the skills and knowledge necessary to carry out professional activities in the field of industrial chemistry, personally managing activities such as sustainable design and characterisation of new products and materials, experimentation with new technologies, and development and pilot phase activities, with a view to industrial production;
- operate as sustainability managers in companies or organisations;
- interact in a decision-making capacity with other company departments (engineering, marketing, etc.) involved in the research, development, production and marketing of products, formulations and active ingredients, including those with high added value;
- carry out production or research activities in the field of inorganic, organic and polymeric materials and energy conversion, with particular reference to their preparation and characterisation;
- work in the creative, organisational and operational phases of research in the field of industrial chemistry in public and private laboratories, both European and non-European, research centres, and research and development companies;
- participate in the theoretical and practical development of new technologies in the field of chemistry;
- work in both industry and public institutions to manage facilities, personnel and equipment, and to respond to research,
development, production and quality control requirements within the framework of legislative regulations and specific requirements of the various production processes;
- adequately transfer research results and acquired knowledge to end users.

To achieve these objectives, the first year of the master's degree programme includes theoretical and practical training activities specific to the industrial field, which are common to all students. These activities aim to expand on the knowledge acquired in the first-level degree programmes and provide the necessary knowledge to tackle more specific subjects. The second part of the first year will focus on specialised courses that can be selected by students, who can choose to follow a study path that provides them with skills in different chemical fields, distributing the credits to be acquired evenly, or to deepen their knowledge more specifically in certain disciplinary areas, distributing the credits unevenly. The courses provided also give graduates the knowledge they need to develop the ability to study independently and self-directed, through advanced texts and specialist scientific journals in foreign languages.
In the second year of the course, a significant part of the teaching is focused on training for the experimental or project thesis, with the aim of providing students with the necessary skills to work in the field of industrial chemical research through original research work that includes practical experience and technologically advanced knowledge. The work carried out and its quality are assessed through the preparation of a degree thesis written independently by the student, under the guidance of a tutor, and evaluated in a public discussion before a special committee.

Euromaster®.
The Master's Degree Course in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry of the Università degli Studi di Milano has been among the first ones in Italy to gain the EuroMaster Label. The EuroMaster Label is assigned by a special jury purposely appointed by the European Thematic Association (https://ectn.eu/), gathering European universities and chemical societies. The EuroMaster Label certifies the educational qualification provided by the Master Degree Course as a master degree recognized by the European Universities and gives the right to access the post-graduate courses of chemistry at the European level.
Typically, the graduates in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry are characterized by the following professional profiles:

INDUSTRIAL CHEMIST
function in a work context:
Industrial chemists design and develop new products and materials with a lower environmental footprint, recycle and repurpose used or waste materials, mainly in the industrial sector, and define production and control criteria that also take into account the reduction of environmental impact and promote sustainable economic and social development. They define strategies and procedures for the synthesis, transformation, recovery (also with a view to the circular economy) and
purification of chemical compounds, techniques for chemical and physical analysis, and scientific methods of investigation and data management. They may carry out activities to promote and develop scientific and technological innovation, as well as manage and design technologies, also taking into account the principles of sustainability and environmental protection, and exercise functions of high responsibility in the fields of industry, the environment, health, cultural heritage and public administration, as well as in all areas of ?green? chemistry for environmental protection and to promote energy transition.

skills associated with the function:
Industrial chemists have specialist knowledge of chemistry, industrial chemistry and chemical plant engineering, as well as the synthesis of new products and materials and their scale-up. They understand the principles of sustainability and the impact of human activity on the environment.
They also have considerable expertise in chemical analysis methods using current information technology and are proficient in English.

career opportunities:
Industrial chemists can work in public and private research institutions, public administrations, professional firms and national or international consulting firms, companies, industries and research laboratories. They can find employment in the basic chemical industry, fine chemicals, research and development laboratories and, in general, in work environments that require in-depth knowledge of industrial chemistry and chemical plant engineering and high qualifications. In the public sector, industrial chemists can work in the technical and environmental offices of local authorities, in provincial hygiene and prophylaxis laboratories and/or in occupational accident prevention services. Freelance work is generally carried out as a consultant for design, plant management, environmental authorisation procedures and risk analysis, as well as in courts to carry out technical and legal assessments relating to damage to plants or the environment. In addition, graduates with a master's degree in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry can continue their studies in doctoral programmes or specialisation schools in the scientific field.

HEAD/DIRECTOR OF THE REASEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY
function in a work context:
the Research and Development Laboratory Manager/Director directs research activities for the creation and development of new industrial products and the improvement of related processes, in line with company strategies for environmental, energy and economic efficiency and operational safety. manages the research and production sectors and provides guidance for the constant updating of the company's technological assets; assigns the necessary technical resources to the various projects, proposing investments in research and formulating the relevant budgets. He/she also tests and inspects the chemical production plants, ensuring their safety and verifying that products, processes and formulations comply with current regulations and safety standards.

skills associated with the function:
in addition to in-depth knowledge of industrial chemistry, plant engineering and management tasks, this professional figure must have specialist knowledge of issues related to chemical synthesis and scale-up, as well as safety regulations and relevant legislation. They are able to set up research plans and carry out the necessary tests and experiments, choosing the methods, means and timing; they are competent in issues relating to the implementation of research projects in terms of time and cost and know how to process, interpret and evaluate the experimental results obtained. Positions as head and director of a research and development laboratory also require management skills, autonomy and responsibility, together with a good command of current information technology and English.

career opportunities:
this professional can find employment in work environments that require high qualifications, such as research and development laboratories in private chemical, chemical-pharmaceutical, petrochemical, cosmetics, food, plastics, formulations, dyes, detergents, adhesives companies or those operating in the environmental field.

CHEMICAL PLANT DIRECTOR/OPERATOR
function in a work context:
the Chemical Plant Operator is the professional figure who, within a chemical industry, ensures, directly and through the service structures, the management of the production plants, the level of efficiency and the availability of the plants necessary to allow the achievement of the objectives in terms of production volume, production cost, quality level, work safety and environmental protection. In particular: he/she manages the progress of the processing phases, from preparation to dosing; he/she controls the different phases of the product being processed; he/she takes care of the loading and unloading of raw materials and finished products; he/she diagnoses faults and anomalies in the operation of the plants and also takes care of the waste treatment and elimination processes according to current legislation.

skills associated with the function:
this professional figure must have specialized knowledge of industrial chemistry, plant engineering and problems related to products, raw materials and processes. He/she knows the problems and methods related to quality control, has a good knowledge of the safety standards and procedures for the management of plants, including automated ones. The position of plant manager also requires management, relational, autonomy and responsibility skills together with good competence in the use of current information technologies and English Language.

career opportunities:
the Director/operator of chemical plants finds employment in work environments that require high qualifications in production plants of private chemical, chemical-pharmaceutical, petrochemical, cosmetic, food, plastic materials, formulations, colorants, detergents, and building additives companies.

PRODUCTION MANAGER
function in a work context:
the Production Manager follows the operation of the plants in compliance with safety and the environment, according to the production plan and in function of the market needs and takes care of everything that is necessary for their safety. He/she collaborates in the study of solutions for the continuous improvement of the reliability and energy efficiency of the plants. Furthermore, he guarantees the supplies to the customers in terms of quality, compliance with the specifications and safety.

skills associated with the function:
this professional figure must have knowledge of industrial chemistry and problems related to the procedures and techniques of producing goods and services (chemical products, raw materials, processes). He/she must also be an expert in quality control and have good knowledge of safety and environmental sustainability standards and procedures, to be applied within the production departments. Plant management skills are also required, as well as skills that allow to interact effectively with others. Finally, the professional figure requires good competence in the use of current information technologies and the English language.

career opportunities:
the Production Manager can find employment in work environments that require high qualifications in private chemical, chemical-pharmaceutical, petrochemical, cosmetic, food, plastic, formulation, dye, detergent and building materials companies.

SCIENCE INFORMER AND COMMUNICATOR
function in a work context:
this graduate increases scientific knowledge in the chemistry field, uses and transfers this knowledge in industry, medicine, pharmacology and other production sectors. He/she spreads to operators in the industrial field the characteristics and properties of his company's products. The function of the scientific informer and communicator is to propose the adoption of specific products, develop the scientific information activity at the interested companies to ensure their correct use.

skills associated with the function:
the skills skills required of a scientific representative in the performance of their work consist not only of scientific knowledge, but also commercial skills. In particular, they must have: a good basic knowledge of chemistry, knowledge of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food products and their correct use. Knowledge of technical English, information technology and communication abilities complete this professional profile.

career opportunities:
scientific informants work for cosmetics, pharmaceutical, food, plastics, dye, detergent and glue companies, or companies operating in the environmental sector, or in general for all companies in the chemical sector and/or for specialist magazines.

SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER
function in a work context:
this graduate uses the skills acquired to analyse the sustainability footprint of production processes, to identify areas for improvement in compliance with process constraints and legislative standards. The professional's role also includes drafting the sustainability plan and implementing it in the company's production logic, with a view to continuous improvement.

skills associated with the function:
the skills required of a scientific representative in the performance of their work consist not only of scientific knowledge, but also commercial skills. In particular, they must have: a good basic knowledge of chemistry, knowledge of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food products and their correct use. Knowledge of technical English, information technology and communication skills complete this professional profile.

career opportunities:
sustainability managers work for cosmetics, pharmaceutical, food, plastics, dyes, detergents and adhesives companies, or companies operating in the environmental field, or in general for all companies in the chemical and/or manufacturing sector and/or for public or private research bodies and institutes.

The Master's Degree in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry constitutes a preferential title to access the PhD programmes in the area of industrial chemistry. For the graduate of this class, enrolment in the National Federation of the Order of Chemists and Physicists is possible, after passing the State Exam.
Students enrolled in the Sustainable Industrial Chemistry course are encouraged to apply to the Erasmus + actions, where various positions are available in 20 European universities. They can earn their credits by following courses and/or by performing part of their experimental thesis abroad. Before leaving, students must submit a Learning Agreement to be approved by the Teaching Board: this approval is mandatory for the acquisitions of the credits.
Attendance to laboratory activities is mandatory, in all other cases it is strongly recommended.
Enrolment
Requirements and knowledge required for access
The curricular prerequisites to access the Master's Degree Course in Industrial Chemistry are those peculiar of the L-27 class of degree courses, and in particular:
- at least 20 credits in disciplines of mathematics (from MAT/01 to MAT/09), physics (from FIS/01 to FIS/08) and information technology (INF/01; ING-INF/05);
- at least 70 CFU in discipline groups belonging to the distinguishing areas included in the L-27 Class Table (Analytical and Environmental chemistry - CHIM/01 and CHIM/12; Inorganic and Physical chemistry - CHIM/03 and CHIM/02; Industrial chemistry and engineering - CHIM/04, CHIM/05, ING-IND/21-22, ING-IND/25; Organic chemistry and Biochemistry CHIM/06- BIO/10-12).
Moreover, also a minimum English language proficiency at minimum level B2 within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is required.

The above disciplinary credits are fully recognized to graduates of the undergraduate programs of Class L-27 of the Università degli Studi di Milano. All other students must demonstrate to have the curricular requirements of the graduates of the class L-27. Different curricular profiles will be evaluated by the Admission Commission.

Methods for verifying knowledge and personal preparation
Before the enrolment knowledge assessment, students must submit an application for admission, through an online procedure, during the period and according to the methods indicated on the website https://sic.cdl.unimi.it/en/enrolment where it is also possible to find all the updated information on the admission and subsequent enrolment procedures. Graduates who intend to graduate by December 31, 2026 may also submit an application for admission.

The verification of knowledge and personal preparation will be verified through an interview with the Admission Commission, composed by teachers appointed by the Teaching Council, who will ascertain student personal skills on topics related to fundamental aspects of core chemistry disciplines of the degree in Industrial Chemistry. The failure of the interview prevents the access to the MSc in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry for the current year.
The interview is scheduled in June, July, September and December and can be carried out before graduation, subject to the possession of the curricular requirements indicated above.
For non-EU students, who may have visa and/or residence permit problems, an interview will also be scheduled in May. Furthermore, it will be possible for them to schedule the interview remotely using a videoconferencing platform. It is recommended to all foreign students to take advantage of this early-bird possibility to avoid problems in obtaining all the documentation useful for the enrolment.

FOR A BETTER TEACHING PLANNING ALL CANDIDATES, INCLUDING THOSE EXPECTING to graduate before December 31st, 2025, ARE STRONGLY SUGGESTED TO APPLY FOR the INTERVIEW in July or September.

MOREOVER, proficiency in English at a B2 level or higher, under to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), is required for admission.
The B2-level requirement will be ascertained by the University Language Centre (SLAM) upon admission as follows:
- by a language certification at or above B2, obtained no more than 3 years earlier. For the list of language certifications recognized by the University please review: https://www.unimi.it/en/study/language-proficiency/placement-tests-and-english-courses/english-entry-tests. The certification must be uploaded when submitting the online application;
- by the English level achieved during a Bachelor's degree programme through SLAM courses and tests. The certificates must be less than four years old, and will be assessed administratively, without the applicant having to attach any certificates;
- by the entrance test, which will be delivered by the SLAM. More information are given on the SLAM website.
All those who fail to submit a valid certificate or do not meet the required proficiency level will be invited to take the test through the admission procedure.
Candidates who do not sit or pass the entrance test will have until 31 December 2025 to obtain and submit one of the recognized certifications to the SLAM. Students who do not meet the requirement by 31 December will not be admitted to the Master's degree programme and cannot sit further tests.
For further information, please visit the SLAM website: https://www.unimi.it/en/study/language-proficiency/placement-tests-entry-tests-and-english-courses
Finally, graduates who have successfully passed the verification interview will be able to ENROL after 5 working days from the date of the verification, within the terms indicated on the website https://www.unimi.it/en/study/bachelor-and-master-study/degree-programme-enrolment/enrolment-masters-programme/open-admission-master-programmes

Admission

Application for admission: from 22/01/2025 to 25/08/2025

Application for matriculation: from 02/04/2025 to 15/01/2026


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Programme description and courses list
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Advanced Industrial Chemistry with Laboratory 9 96 English CHIM/04
Chemical Processes and Industrial Plants 6 48 English CHIM/04
Economics and Management 6 48 English SECS-P/08
Optional activities and study plan rules
1 - TABLE 1 - ELECTIVE 9 CFU COURSES
Student must earn 9 credits by selecting 1 of the following courses
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Advanced Functional Materials for Industrial Applications with Lab 9 88 English Second semester CHIM/03
Applied Organic Chemistry with Laboratory 9 96 English Second semester CHIM/06
Chemical Technologies for the Energy Transition with Laboratory 9 96 English Second semester CHIM/02
2 - TABLE 2 - ELECTIVE 6 CFU COURSES A
Student must earn 6 credits by selecting 1 of the following courses
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Advanced Methods in Organic Synthesis 6 48 English First semester CHIM/06
Analytics for Chemical Industry 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/01
Catalytic Methodologies in Organic Synthesis 6 48 English First semester CHIM/06
Concepts and Methods in Organic Synthesis 6 48 English First semester CHIM/06
Environmental Control and Sustainability Management 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/01
Environmental Electrochemistry 6 48 English First semester CHIM/02
Formulation Science and Technology 6 48 English First semester CHIM/02
Heterogeneous Catalysis 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/02
Machine Learning for Chemical Sciences and Industry 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/02
Metal Science and Corrosion 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/02
Nanotechnology for Advanced Materials 6 48 English First semester CHIM/03
Polymorphism and Crystal Forms in Industry 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/03
Recovery and Recycling of Critical Materials and Chemical for Waste Management 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/03
Sustainable Synthetic Methodologies in Homogeneous Catalysis 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/03
Synthetic Methods in Biotechnology 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/06
Technology-Driven Organic Synthesis 6 48 English First semester CHIM/06
3 - TABLE 3 - ELECTIVE 6 CFU COURSES B
Student must earn 12 credits by selecting 2 courses from TABLE 2 or TABLE 3
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Plastics Degradation and Its Environmental Impact 6 48 English First semester CHIM/04
Polymer Testing and Analysis 6 48 English First semester CHIM/04
Process Development 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/04
Recycle and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Products and Processes 6 48 English First semester CHIM/04
4 - TABLE 4 - ELECTIVE 6 CFU COURSES C
Student must earn 6 credits by selecting 1 course from TABLE 4
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Chemistry Digitalization for Industry 4.0 6 56 English Second semester ING-IND/25
Design and Optimization of Chemical Plants 6 48 English First semester ING-IND/25
Fermentation Biotechnology 6 48 English First semester CHIM/11
Industrial Processes and Scale-Up 6 48 English First semester ING-IND/25
Medicinal Chemistry 6 48 English Second semester CHIM/08
Patents and Management of Innovation 6 48 English First semester SECS-P/07
5 - TABLE 5
Student must earn 12 credits by selecting 2 related and integrative courses from TABLE 5
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
(bio)nanotechnology 6 48 English Second semester FIS/03
C Language Programming 6 48 English Second semester INF/01
Chemical Safety 6 48 English Second semester IUS/07
Chemometrics 6 48 English Second semester SECS-S/01
Energy Economics 6 48 English First semester SECS-P/01
Information Technology 6 48 English Second semester INF/01
Programming for Chemistry 6 48 English First semester INF/01
Protein Biochemistry 6 48 English Second semester BIO/10
Protein Engineering and Molecular Enzymology 6 48 English Second semester BIO/10
Technological Properties of Minerals, Cements and Ceramics 6 48 English Second semester GEO/06 GEO/09
be activated by the A.Y. 2026/2027
Conclusive activities
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Compulsory
Experimental Research Stage 15 0 English NN
Thesis Work and Final Dissertation 24 0 English NN
Optional activities and study plan rules
7 - ____________________________________________________________________________

******* FREE CHOISE ACTIVITIES *******
The student must earn 12 credits by choosing freely between all the activated activities offered by the University (even if they are held in Italian), provided their consistency with the educational project, which will be validated by the Educational Plans' Commission. In the case of activities held in Italian language, the exam could be taken in English or Italian, according to student choice.
However, the Teaching Council suggests using the courses of the Master Degrees in Sustainable Industrial Chemistry or Scienze Chimiche, consistent with the educational project.
First semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Optional
Advanced Methods in Organic Synthesis 6 48 English CHIM/06
Catalytic Methodologies in Organic Synthesis 6 48 English CHIM/06
Concepts and Methods in Organic Synthesis 6 48 English CHIM/06
Design and Optimization of Chemical Plants 6 48 English ING-IND/25
Energy Economics 6 48 English SECS-P/01
Environmental Electrochemistry 6 48 English CHIM/02
Fermentation Biotechnology 6 48 English CHIM/11
Formulation Science and Technology 6 48 English CHIM/02
Industrial Processes and Scale-Up 6 48 English ING-IND/25
Nanotechnology for Advanced Materials 6 48 English CHIM/03
Patents and Management of Innovation 6 48 English SECS-P/07
Plastics Degradation and Its Environmental Impact 6 48 English CHIM/04
Polymer Testing and Analysis 6 48 English CHIM/04
Programming for Chemistry 6 48 English INF/01
Recycle and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Products and Processes 6 48 English CHIM/04
Technology-Driven Organic Synthesis 6 48 English CHIM/06
Second semester
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Optional
(bio)nanotechnology 6 48 English FIS/03
Advanced Functional Materials for Industrial Applications with Lab 9 88 English CHIM/03
Analytics for Chemical Industry 6 48 English CHIM/01
Applied Organic Chemistry with Laboratory 9 96 English CHIM/06
C Language Programming 6 48 English INF/01
Chemical Safety 6 48 English IUS/07
Chemical Technologies for the Energy Transition with Laboratory 9 96 English CHIM/02
Chemistry Digitalization for Industry 4.0 6 56 English ING-IND/25
Chemometrics 6 48 English SECS-S/01
Environmental Control and Sustainability Management 6 48 English CHIM/01
Heterogeneous Catalysis 6 48 English CHIM/02
Information Technology 6 48 English INF/01
Machine Learning for Chemical Sciences and Industry 6 48 English CHIM/02
Medicinal Chemistry 6 48 English CHIM/08
Metal Science and Corrosion 6 48 English CHIM/02
Polymorphism and Crystal Forms in Industry 6 48 English CHIM/03
Process Development 6 48 English CHIM/04
Protein Biochemistry 6 48 English BIO/10
Protein Engineering and Molecular Enzymology 6 48 English BIO/10
Recovery and Recycling of Critical Materials and Chemical for Waste Management 6 48 English CHIM/03
Sustainable Synthetic Methodologies in Homogeneous Catalysis 6 48 English CHIM/03
Synthetic Methods in Biotechnology 6 48 English CHIM/06
Technological Properties of Minerals, Cements and Ceramics 6 48 English GEO/06 GEO/09
Open sessions
There are no specific sessions for these activities (e.g. open online courses).
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Optional
Additional Language Skills: Italian (3 ECTS) 3 0 Italian NN
Not specified period
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language SSD
Optional
Chemical Regulation and Legislation 3 24 English NN
Optional activities and study plan rules
6 - STUDENTS MUST ACQUIRE 3 CREDITS according to the following rules:
1) students holding an Italian high school diploma or university degree must obtain 3 credits in Chemical regulation and legislation;
2) students not holding an Italian high school diploma or university degree must obtain 3 credits ALTERNATIVELY in Chemical regulation and legislation or in Additional language skills: Italian.
Courses or activities Max ECTS Total hours Language Lesson period SSD
Additional Language Skills: Italian (3 ECTS) 3 0 Italian Open sessions NN
Chemical Regulation and Legislation 3 24 English NN
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