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Course summary
- Develop the expertise you need to work as an analytical chemist, alongside renowned active researchers.
- Operate cutting-edge, industry-standard analytical lab instruments.
- Learn to obtain and interpret analytical information using a variety of products.
- Apply experimental design techniques and use statistical methods for data evaluation.
- Attain a solid grounding in laboratory quality management.
On this course, you'll advance your knowledge of analytical chemistry, and learn how it can be applied to different industries. You gain experience and understanding of key techniques in separation sciences, including liquid and gas chromatography, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, such as atomic absorption and emission, NMR and IR and how analytical technologies can be applied to solve complex biological problems.
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How you learn
Your lecturer's view
Throughout the course, you’ll undertake practical work and research in state-of-the-art laboratories and teaching laboratories which prepare you for industry. Our researchers are renowned specialists in analytical chemistry — and are active in their field. This provides you with not only the day-to-day experience needed for employment in the field, but with useful contacts.
You gain experience and understanding of key techniques in separation sciences, including liquid and gas chromatography, and atomic and molecular spectroscopy, such as atomic absorption and emission, NMR and IR. Modules may include Forensic Drug Analysis, Innovations in Analytical Science and Advanced Laboratory and Research Methods.
You learn through
- lectures and seminars
- a programme of laboratory classes
- full semester research project
Course leaders and tutors
Robert Bradshaw
Lecturer in Analytical ScienceRobert is a lecturer in Analytical Science specialising in Mass Spectrometry
Applied learning
Laboratory experience and research project
To supplement the classroom activities there is a programme of laboratory classes. Your laboratory work is carried out in our teaching laboratories which are extensively equipped with the latest models of analytical instruments, such as HPLCs and GCs. This is supplemented by access to our research facilities where you have access to more sophisticated equipment, such as NMR and a suite of various types of mass spectrometers.
You will have the opportunity to conduct a semester-long investigative research project within the biomedical field. This work will take place in cutting-edge, industry-standard laboratories and teaching labs under the supervision of world-renowned active research staff.
This work will be aligned with the current research interests of an academic member of staff within our specialist Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre. The project will include a critical review of the literature relevant to your research project, the development of a project proposal, design of research methods and the analysis, presentation and interpretation of experimental data.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in:
- academic or industrial research
- quality assurance
- analytical laboratories
- the pharmaceutical industry
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work in:
- methods development
- drug development
- public healthcare
- pharmaceuticals
- academia
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC).
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of online lessons and face-to-face teaching with access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Learn moreEquipment and facilities
On this course you work with
- industry-standard analytical equipment such as HPLC, NMR or GC
- cutting edge research instrumentation, such as in our mass spectrometry suite
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Entry requirements
All students
A 2:1 in a relevant Honours degree is normally accepted as the entry requirement for the course. Applicants with a 2:2 are also actively encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants with alternative qualifications with academic attainment or skills in subjects which are directly relevant to the course will also be considered
If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent
Additional information for EU/International students
This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
Year 1
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Advanced Laboratory And Research Practice | Credits: 30 |
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| Module: Applied Laboratory Practice | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Innovations In Analytical Science | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Research Project | Credits: 60 |
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| Module: Separation And Detection Science | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: The Analytical Approach | Credits: 15 |
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| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Advanced Mass Spectrometry | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Advanced Organic Spectroscopy | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Forensic Drug Analysis | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Fundamentals Of Mass Spectrometry | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Surface Analysis And Related Techniques | Credits: 15 |
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Final year
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Advanced Laboratory And Research Practice | Credits: 30 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Applied Laboratory Practice | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Innovations In Analytical Science | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Research Project | Credits: 60 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Separation And Detection Science | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
| Module: The Analytical Approach | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Advanced Mass Spectrometry | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Advanced Organic Spectroscopy | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
| Module: Forensic Drug Analysis | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Fundamentals Of Mass Spectrometry | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Exam |
| Module: Surface Analysis And Related Techniques | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Exam |
Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time study in 2021/22 is £8,490 for the course. For part-time study the fee will be calculated pro-rata each year based on the number of credits studied (£2,830 for 60 credits).
† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
Postgraduate student loans
Up to £11,222 available for Home students on most masters courses.
Additional course costs
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