Program Overview
Strathclyde University's MChem in Forensic and Analytical Chemistry provides a comprehensive education in fundamental and applied chemistry, with a specialization in forensic or analytical applications. Students engage in hands-on laboratory training, research projects, and industry placements, preparing them for careers in forensic science, analytical chemistry, and various other science-related fields. Accredited by both the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the program culminates in a dissertation and the opportunity to apply for professional recognition as a Chartered Chemist.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Year 1:
- Foundation classes in chemistry and mathematics, and either physics or biology.
- Elective classes including forensic science, drug discovery, chemical engineering, and subjects from other areas of the University.
- Practical chemistry laboratory sessions.
- Years 2 & 3:
- Classes in fundamental inorganic, organic, biological and physical chemistry, plus forensic trace analysis and analytical chemistry.
- Elective classes as in Year 1.
- Laboratory work increases to four afternoons per week.
- Year 4:
- MChem students may undertake a 12-month industrial placement, specializing in either forensic or analytical chemistry.
- Academic research and knowledge exchange placements are also available.
- Year 5:
- Research project leading to the submission of a dissertation.
- Overseas study:
- Option to complete a year of study at a European university.
Assessment:
- Short-answer class tests
- Multiple-choice tests
- End-of-year examinations
- Oral presentation
- Group project work
Teaching:
- Lectures
- Small and large group tutorials
- Practical chemistry training
- Guest lectures
- Industrial, research, or knowledge exchange placement
Careers:
- Analytical chemist
- Biotechnologist
- Clinical scientist, biochemistry
- Colour technologist
- Crime scene investigator
- Forensic scientist
- Medicinal chemist
- Nanotechnologist
- Operating department practitioner
- Palaeontologist
- Pharmacologist
- Research scientist (physical sciences)
- Toxicologist
Other:
- The course is accredited by both the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
- Graduates are eligible to apply for the status of Chartered Chemist, the qualification recognized in the UK and EU for professional chemists.
- The Chemistry Clinic provides opportunities for businesses to access advice, facilities, and instrumentation from students and staff within Strathclyde's Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry.
Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter. All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.
Scotland
£1,820 Fees for students who meet the relevant residence requirements in Scotland are subject to confirmation by the Scottish Funding Council.
England, Wales & Northern Ireland
£9,250 Assuming no change in fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study in 2024/25, this is capped at £27,750 (with the exception of the MPharm and integrated Masters programmes), MPharm students pay £9,250 for each of the four years. Students studying on integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
International
£25,250 University preparation programme fees Additional costs lab coats and safety goggles (approximately £30) molecular modelling kits are recommended but are not a compulsory requirement (£20) class materials (such as lecture notes and exercise sheets) for PAC classes are freely available for download for some classes students may wish to supplement their material by accessing textbooks which are in the range of £40 to £80, however all recommended reading texts are available in the library International students: International students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Available scholarships Please note: All fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year.
