MChem (Hons) Analytical Chemistry (Full-time) at University of Plymouth

Course Details

The MChem Analytical Chemistry programme at Plymouth provides a pathway for progression through a broadly based undergraduate degree in Chemistry with increasing specialisation in Analytical Chemistry from levels four to seven. University of Plymouth is the only university which requires students to work in ISO9001:2015 certified laboratories.

Practical work to the ISO 17025 standard is a requirement at level seven for obtaining the MChem Analytical Chemistry qualification. The programme focuses on producing practical professional chemists through a hands-on approach to learning.

Key features

• This four year programme (five with the optional placement year) provides a pathway for progression through a broad-based practical undergraduate degree in chemistry, with increasing specialisation in analytical chemistry throughout to masters level. 
• The programme will develop the theoretical and practical skills, and provide training necessary for employment as an analytical chemist with experience of working to ISO 17025, the international standard for all testing and calibration laboratories.
• Equip yourself for successful employment in a competitive job market – our focus on practical, professional skills means you graduate primed to enter the workplace and research fields.
• Benefit from an intellectually stimulating course taught by staff who are enthusiastic about what they are teaching, offering good 'advice and support' to students during their studies and with excellent staff contact.
• You will learn to become a practical, professional chemist through a hands-on approach to learning.
• The course places the professional skills of communication, problem solving, information and data retrieval, laboratory work and project management at its heart.
• Maximise your hands-on laboratory time and learn through doing – this course is structured to be as practical as possible.
• Get the most out of your studies with our tutorial system, ensuring that you receive the support and guidance you need to reach your full potential.
• You will develop the theoretical and practical skills necessary for employment as a professional chemist in a range of chemical and allied fields, including research, teaching and industry.
• Experience chemistry in the real world and boost your employability by taking a placement or work-based project in your stage 3 year, or working alongside PhD, post-doctoral and internationally recognised researchers in our high specification laboratories.gg