Office of Admissions
LUMS DHA, Lahore Cantt. 54792, Lahore, Pakistan
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MS Chemistry
MS Chemistry
The MS programmes offered by the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) at LUMS are rigorous and designed to impart specialised professional and research-oriented training. Students have the options to choose from MS-by-Coursework or MS-by-Thesis.
The LUMS MS Chemistry programme, offered by the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE), is an exciting opportunity for students to take advantage of the conducive and thriving research environment to contribute effectively in the development of science. The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering aspires to establish itself as an internationally recognised and globally competitive centre for graduate teaching and research in a wide variety of chemical disciplines that include Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Materials Chemistry, Catalysis, Drug Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry.
Students benefit from excellent research facilities (e.g. NMR, SEM, XRD, ICP, GC-MS, HPLC, DSC, VSM, Zetasizer Nano – ZSP, FT-IR, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, high-temperature furnaces, impedance analyzer, potentiostat with cyclic voltammeter, contact angle measuring equipment,etc.) and have access to faculty consisting of an outstanding group of scientists who are committed to pursuing and maintaining excellence in research. The interdisciplinary approach enacted in the vision of SBASSE and the transdisciplinary spaces available across LUMS create a unique environment for students to participate in groundbreaking scientific work solving intricate global challenges related to health, energy, environment, and industry.
Core Courses
Students opting for MS-with-Thesis must take 18 credit hours of core courses (12 credit hours coursework and 6 credit hours research thesis) and 12 credit hours of electives. The MS-by-Coursework option requires students to take 12 credit hours of core courses and 18 credit hours of electives. The following is the list of core courses for MS-with-Thesis students:
- Experimental Methods in Chemical Research
- Advanced Physical Chemistry I
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I
- Advanced Organic Chemistry I
- MS Thesis I
- MS Thesis II
Elective Courses
Students opting for MS-with-Thesis must take 12 credit hours of elective courses. The MS-by-Coursework option requires students to take 18 credit hours of elective courses. The following is the list of elective courses (more courses can be added in the list with the approval of departmental graduate programme committee):
- Advanced Physical Chemistry II
- Polymer Science and Technology
- Inorganic Materials Chemistry
- Organic Spectroscopy
- Retrosynthesis
- Advanced Biochemistry
- Photovoltaic Devices
- Quantum Theory I
- Electronic Structure of Matter
- Mathematical Modelling with Applications
Applicants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria in order to be considered for admission to the Programme. The MS Chemistry Programme at the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) is a two-year Programme.
Admission is purely merit-based and rests solely on the following criteria:
- Academic Record;
- Performance in Admission Tests *;
- Application Review;
- Interview Performance (If shortlisted);
- Letters of Recommendation; and
- Submission of complete Online Application, Application Processing Fee and supporting documents by the stipulated deadline
NOTE:
This is the minimum criteria that applicants need to fulfill in order to be eligible to apply. Fulfillment of this criteria does not guarantee admission to LUMS.
* We are aware that the current COVID-19 crisis poses difficulties for applicants to submit test scores. Under the circumstances, you can apply to LUMS Graduate Programmes without test scores being submitted (if you haven’t taken the test yet). Applications can be submitted without the GRE scores provided all other application components are complete upon submission.
If no Admission Test is scheduled due to the Test Center closure by April 15, 2021, LUMS will process applications using the available information. If shortlisted, applicants may then be asked to appear for an interview followed by a conditional acceptance if you are successful. Once, test centres are functional, they will need to sit for the test and attain the minimum test score required by the University.
Academic Record
A minimum of 16 years of education leading to a degree Programme is required for applying to the MS Chemistry Programme.
Applicants are expected to have obtained their Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree from national or foreign institutions that are accredited or recognised by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan.
Applicants who have obtained their degrees from institutions that are not listed with the HEC, Pakistan, will be required to obtain an Equivalence Certificate from the HEC. For further information, please visit www.hec.gov.pk.
As a minimum academic performance, all applicants must have a CGPA of at least 2.4 (on a scale of 4) or at least 60% marks in all university-level degrees (i.e. 4 years Bachelor’s degree or 2 years BSc degree and 2 years MSc degree).
Applicants applying to the MS Chemistry Programme must have their Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in any one of the following areas:
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Materials Science or Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Other closely related disciplines
Note:
Applicants completing their last degree by July 30, 2021 are eligible to apply for MS Programme if they are meeting minimum admission requirements at the time of submission of application.
Admission Eligibility Criteria for LUMS SBASSE Continuing Students
BS-MS Programme
LUMS BS students graduating in 2021 from SBASSE with a Subject CGPA (SCGPA) of ≥ 3.0 in their BS degree are eligible to apply.
Application Categories:
- SBASSE students who have obtained a Subject CGPA (SCGPA) of ≥ 3.0 in their BS degree are exempted from the LUMS Graduate Admissions Test (LGAT) and LUMS SBASSE Subject Test.
The application submission deadline for this category of students is March 30, 2021. Please note that the exemption from the LGAT and LUMS Subject test will only be granted if the SCGPA ≥ 3.0 requirement is met at the time of application submission.
The application submission deadline for this category of students is March 30, 2021. The LUMS Graduate Admissions Test (LGAT) is waived off for this category of students but they must successfully register for LUMS SBASSE Subject Test through LUMS Online admission system on or before March 30, 2021.
Please note that the exemption from the LUMS Graduate Admission Test will only be granted if the SCGPA ≥ 3.0 requirement is met at the time of application submission i.e. by March 30, 2021.
NOTE:
SBASSE students with an SCGPA of < 3.0 must take LGAT and SBASSE Subject Tests. They are expected to apply through the regular admission process. The application submission deadline for this category of students is March 30, 2021.
Test Requirement
A. Local Applicants
Applicants to the MS Chemistry Programme are required to take the following two (2) admissions tests in order to be considered for Fall 2021 admission:
- LUMS Graduate Admission Test (LGAT); and
- LUMS SBASSE Subject Test in Chemistry
Exemption for Applicants Who Have Taken Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Tests
- Applicants who have taken the Graduate Record Examination GRE (General) (through the Educational Testing Service (ETS) USA) during the last two (2) years (i.e. after April 11, 2019) and obtained an aggregate score of 300 in the quantitative and verbal sections may choose not to take the LGAT.
- Applicants who have taken the GRE Subject Test in Chemistry (through the Educational Testing Service (ETS) USA) during the last two (2) years (i.e. after April 11, 2019) and obtained a score at the 60th percentile or above may choose not to take the SBASSE Subject Test in Chemistry.
B. International Applicants
Applicants residing outside Pakistan are required to take following two (2) admissions tests in order to be considered for Fall 2021 admission:
- GRE - General Test; and
- GRE - Subject Test in Chemistry
For GRE registration, please visit www.ets.org.
GRE scores must be reported to LUMS officially from the testing agency. The college code for reporting GRE (General) and GRE Subject Test scores to LUMS is 0679.
NOTE:
- LUMS Graduate Admission Test (LGAT) is comprised of Quantitative, Verbal, and Analytical sections
- The LGAT and SBASSE Subject Test Scores will be valid only for one academic year
- The LGAT and SBASSE Subject Test scores will be used for application evaluation, hence will not be disclosed to applicants
- We are aware that the current COVID-19 crisis poses difficulties for applicants to submit test scores. Under the circumstances, you can apply to LUMS Graduate Programmes without test scores being submitted (if you haven’t taken the test yet). Applications can be submitted without the GRE scores provided all other application components are complete upon submission
- If no Admission Test is scheduled due to the Test Center closure by April 15, 2021, LUMS will process applications using the available information. If shortlisted, applicants may then be asked to appear for an interview followed by a conditional acceptance if you are successful. Once, test centres are functional, they will need to sit for the test and attain the minimum test score required by the University
Subject Test Guidelines:
Please visit the following link; Subject Test Guidelines
Submission
The admission application will be considered for evaluation after the successful completion of the following Four (4) STEPS by the applicants on or before the stipulated deadlines:
- Online Admission Application submission;
- Online submission of scanned copies of required supporting documents;
- Submission of an appropriate Application Processing Fee; and
- Online Submission of the Letter of Recommendation by the Referees.
Application Processing Fee
- The application processing fee of Rs. 2,500
- LGAT and SBASSE Subject Test fee of Rs. 1,500
- The application processing fee of USD 100 for International applicants
Note:
- Applicants must complete and submit their Online Admission application on or before March 30, 2021; 5:00 pm (PKT).
- Applicants are required to Online submit the scanned copies of all supporting documents on or before April 02, 2021.
- After the successful submission of the Online application, applicants must make the Processing Fee payment by the deadline.
- Referees must submit completely filled Letters of Recommendation by the given deadline.
Completion of all steps is mandatory. Application, documents, or fee received after the stipulated deadline will not be processed.
Application Review/Interview Performance
Shortlisted applications will be reviewed by the relevant committee to finalise the admission decision. Applicants are encouraged to provide complete information regarding their academic achievement, research reports, attended workshops, extracurricular activities, and must tell LUMS about their success stories in order to substantiate their applications.
Performance in Interview
Shortlisted applicants may be requested to appear for an interview.
The modes of payment are as follows:
1. Voucher can be paid through cash, Pay Order and Bank Drafts made in favour of "Lahore University of Management Sciences" at any branch within Pakistan of following banks:
- Allied Bank Limited
- Meezan Bank Limited (Customer Code: LUMS)
- Bank Al-Habib Limited
2. For online Credit/Debit card payment, please click here.
3. Vouchers can also be paid through ATM machines and internet banking portals of the following banks:
- Allied Bank Limited
- Askari Bank Limited
- Bank Alfalah Limited
- Bank Al-Habib Limited
- Faysal Bank Limited
- Meezan Bank Limited
- Standard Chartered (Only for Online Payments)
Note:
- For making payments through internet banking portals/ATM, students need to have bank account in the respective bank.
- Fee payment through "Pay Orders" is accepted at banks up to two working days prior to the payment deadline. Fee may be paid through Cash Receipts, Online Services and Credit/Debit Cards till payment deadline.
Advance Tax:
Through an amendment in the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 by Finance Act 2013, advance tax (under section 236 I) shall be collected @ 5% on the entire amount of fee except refundable portion.
Bank Helpline Numbers
Allied Bank Limited
1. UAN: 111-225-225, Branch contact No: 042-35748308
2. Regional Office: 042-35747603
Meezan Bank Limited
1. Region Office: 92-42-35786207
2. Head Office: 92-21-36406139
Bank Al-Habib Limited
1. Karachi: 92-21-32277231-239, Lahore: 0333-1218430
2. DHA Ph. 5 Branch: 042-37189231 042-37189234
Fee Structure for FY 2020-21
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Particulars |
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
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PKR |
PKR |
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Admission Fee (One Time Charge) |
81,500 |
- |
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Tuition Fee |
175,800 |
175,800 |
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Semester Registration Fee |
26,900 |
26,900 |
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General Security (Refundable - One Time Charge) |
34,400 |
- |
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Total Fee |
318,600 |
202,700 |
Hostel Fee
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Particulars |
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
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|
PKR |
PKR |
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Hostel Fee (double occupancy) |
45,000 |
45,000 |
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Hostel Fee (triple occupancy) |
30,000 |
30,000 |
Important Points
- The above breakdown of fee structure is for Year 1 of the 2 Year MS Chemistry programme
- Fees are payable by semester according to the schedule given in the Annual Fee bill.
- Through an amendment in the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 by Finance Act 2013, advance tax (under section 236 I) shall be collected @ 5% on the entire amount of fee (if Student Payable exceeds PKR 200,000 per annum excluding the amount refundable).
- Advance tax paid on fee is adjustable at the time of filing of Income tax return. LUMS will issue Advance Tax Certificate in this regard at year-end.
- University fees are usually announced once each year, for the following academic year. However, tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.
Refund Policy
To learn more about the University's Refund Policy, please click here.
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Activity |
Date |
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Online Application Deadline |
30 March 2021 05:00 pm PKT |
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Deadline to submit Online supporting documents |
02 April 2021 |
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Online Application Deadline - LUMS UG Continuing Students |
30 March 2021 05:00 pm PKT |
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Deadline to submit Online supporting documents - LUMS UG Continuing Students |
02 April 2021 |
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LGAT & SBASSE Subject Test |
11 April 2021 |
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Admission decisions |
15 June 2021 to 31 July 2021 |
Note: The University reserves the right to change dates and deadlines for admissions. Please keep informed of any changes by visiting this site periodically, as well as the LUMS online application site.
What are the admission requirements for MS programmes?
Please refer to the Admission Criteria tab.
Do you require any test for admission to the MS programme?
Please refer to the Admission Criteria tab.
By which date should applicants expect their Test Registration Cards to be delivered?
Test Registration Cards and instructions will be posted to the applicants' secure online application account and an email message will alert applicants that the Test Registration Card has been posted. It will be posted on applicants' online account one week before the test date.
I have received my transcripts for Bachelor's/Master's but I do not have the degree. What should I do?
You should submit all your transcripts latest by the Online document submission deadline. Copy of your degree can be submitted later.
Is financial aid available for MS students?
Yes, financial aid is available on need basis.
How and when do I apply for financial aid?
You should apply for financial aid while submitting your online application. The application form for the financial assistance is within the online admission application.
Whom should I ask to write a letter of recommendation on my behalf?
The recommendation letters can be from a faculty member who has had a reasonable opportunity to evaluate you academically.
I have submitted my online application & all required documents on time but I am unable to view my Test Registration Card?
If an applicant is unable to view his/her Test Registration Card despite completing all the requirements then he/she can write to us at helpdeskao@lums.edu.pk.
I have not yet received any confirmation email after the submission of my online application. What should I do?
You should recheck the completion and proper submission of your online application.
Is it possible to apply after the deadline?
Applications submitted after the deadlines are not accepted.
How do I inform about a change in my online application?
It is highly recommended to fill out the application form carefully. No changes can be made after the submission of online application. In sheer need an applicant can send the updated information to helpdeskao@lums.edu.pk with the specific header "Change in Application Form".
Can my admission be deferred?
In truly exceptional circumstances the Graduate Programme Committee may grant a deferral. All requests should be made in writing and will be reviewed on a case to case basis.
How will you notify me regarding a decision on my application?
The final admission decision will be communicated through an official letter; however, you can check your application status through your online account. Regretfully, we are unable to provide information regarding your application status by telephone or e-mail.
May I appeal my admission decision or ask to have the decision explained?
The admission process is a well deliberated and thorough process. Each year we receive a large number of outstanding applications. Unfortunately, all of them do not qualify because of the limited number of available seats. The decision regarding admission is final.
If your application is unsuccessful you will also receive a letter informing you of this. Due to the volume of applications the University receive, it is not possible to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.
Who is an international applicant?
A foreign national who is not of Pakistani origin and does not have a Pakistani passport/NICOP/CNIC is eligible to apply to LUMS under its International Student Programme. Applicants holding dual nationality out of which one is Pakistani are not eligible to apply through LUMS International Student Programme.
What is the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan?
Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan is an independent, autonomous, and constitutionally established institution of primary funding, overseeing, regulating, and accrediting the higher education efforts in Pakistan.
HEC is responsible for formulating higher education policy and quality assurance to meet the international standards as well as providing accrediting academic degrees, development of new institutions, and uplift of existing institutions in Pakistan.
How do I get equivalence from Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan?
International students can get equivalence through the following process: http://hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/Equivalence%20Degree%20Issuance.
Does LUMS offer campus accommodation to international students?
LUMS provides a well-maintained residential environment for international students.
What are the visa requirements for LUMS as an international applicant?
Please visit the link for visa requirements: https://international.lums.edu.pk/.
Are there any specific quotas in admission?
Admission to LUMS MS programme is purely merit based and there are no quotas.
Do you have any age limit for the admission to the MS programme?
No, there are no age restrictions.
LUMS Financial Aid
Admission to all programmes is purely on merit and independent of students’ ability to pay the related tuition fees. Once a student has been admitted to a programme, there are several mechanisms in place to provide financial support based on need and merit. All awards are reassessed each academic year based on performance, need, available resources and prevailing University policies. LUMS is committed to providing as much financial assistance as possible within the limits of its available resources. Nevertheless, the University may not be able to meet all requests for financial assistance, and it is strongly recommended that applicants secure as much of their own funding as possible.
Several Merit and Need-Based Scholarships are available for students who meet specific criteria.
- LUMS Interest- Free Loan
- Merit Scholarship
- Four Basic Sciences Award
LUMS Interest - Free Loan
A degree from a tier-one university is one of the few investments with all-but-guaranteed return. Studying in LUMS not only opens doors in the professional world but also unleashes intellectual and financial potential.
At LUMS, we believe that financial circumstances should never stand in the way. To help, LUMS offers interest free loans to the students from less privileged back grounds who, without such assistance, would not be able to attend a university.
At MS level, LUMS Interest Free loan covers partial to full tuition fee expense and are interest free. These awards are reassessed in each academic year based upon performance and demonstrated financial need. The repayment of these interest free loans starts six (6) months after graduation with time period of 3 to 5 years.
Remember – loan is an obligation and is required be repaid back in installments after graduation. Loan repayment not only contribute towards the recirculation of Financial Aid to deserving students but also inculcates social responsibility and ethical values within the students.
Merit Scholarships
Merit Scholarships are a form of gift aid and do not need to be repaid. LUMS provides Merit Scholarship Awards to students who have proven their ability to succeed academically. There is no separate application for the scholarship. Students are automatically considered for the award when they apply for admission to LUMS.
First Year
Merit scholarship awards cover partial to full tuition fee for one year only and are awarded to the admitted batch based on LUMS Admission evaluation ranking for the first year.
Coverage of Scholarship Award
Top two students of each batch in each discipline will be awarded merit scholarships as follows:
- 1st Position: 100% Tuition Fee Waiver
- 2nd Position: 60% Tuition Fee Waiver
Subsequent Years
Merit scholarship awards cover partial to full tuition fee for one year only and are awarded to the returning batches who are placed on Dean's Honor List based on their academic performance.
Coverage of Scholarship Award
Top two students of each batch in each discipline will be awarded merit scholarships as follows:
- 1st Position: 100% Tuition Fee Waiver
- 2nd Position: 60% Tuition Fee Waiver
Note: In case a student qualifies for both financial aid award and any other scholarship, he/she will receive the higher aid benefit. These awards are for one (1) year only and cannot be carried forward to subsequent years.
Four Basic Sciences Award
Financing of a student's education is a commitment involving the student, his or her family and our institution. We at LUMS gear all efforts towards assisting as many students as possible within our limited resources. LUMS offer partial flat subsidy to all MS students enrolled in Four Basic Sciences Programmes (Biology, Chemistry, Physics & Mathematics). This award is given in the form of waiver and do not need to be repaid.
There is no separate application for this waiver. Students are automatically considered for the award when they get admitted to MS Four Basic Sciences Program at LUMS.
Maintaining Eligibility
- Financial Aid Award is valid for One (1) year only. Continuation of aid in the subsequent year is subject to reassessment.
- Students receiving Financial Aid should maintain a Full-time status in a regular semester. Failure to do so will lead to the cancellation of the Financial Aid Award.
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Financial aid will not be provided for the Summer Semester.
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Financial Aid Award can be increased, reduced or kept the same at any stage of review during your stay at LUMS
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LUMS reserves the right to physically verify the beneficiary's Home/Business premises.
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LUMS reserves the right to amend, cancel, or terminate the awarded Financial Aid in case of any misrepresentation or incorrect information provided by the student. Such misrepresentation or concealment of facts may lead to the termination of your admission from the Programme. University also reserves the right to recover the awarded amount during the preceding year(s) from the recipient on an immediate basis.
Mode of Payment
Voucher can be paid through cash, Pay Order and Bank Drafts made in favour of "Lahore University of Management Sciences" at any branch within Pakistan of following banks.