Program Overview

Analytical Chemistry and Measurement Science

Overview

The Analytical Chemistry and Measurement Science course aims to provide high-quality training and development of analytical skills, particularly for those in industries such as environmental, clinical, pharmaceutical, chemical, food production, petrochemicals, materials.

Key Features

• Practical focus: Develop your practical problem-solving skills by analysing real-world data throughout your course.
• Leading expertise: Learn from a team of accomplished academics who have extensive practical experience and lead on our prize-winning research.
• Flexible learning: Study our multidisciplinary course online and tailor your learning around your work and other commitments.

Who This Course Is For

The broad curriculum of the course means you will gain a comprehensive understanding of analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation used across many sectors. It is ideal for professionals already working in analytical chemistry and measurement science in various industries from environmental and chemical to pharmaceutical, clinical, food and education.

What You Will Learn

• Explore the basis of analytical science, methods of achieving chemical analysis goals and the use of mass spectrometry in the modern laboratory.
• Study classical and state-of-the-art, instrumentally based techniques such as atomic and molecular spectroscopy, chromatography and mass spectrometry.
• Develop the understanding and awareness of processing real-world data, through video practicals, and a research-related project, based at your work location or through The University of Manchester.

Course Units

• 1. Fundamentals of Analytical Science (20 credits)
  • Basics of analytical science
  • Titrimetric analysis
  • Gravimetric analysis
• 2. Separation Science (20 credits)
  • Methods of achieving chemical analysis goals
  • Column chromatography
• 3. Mass Spectrometry (20 credits)
  • Use of mass spectrometry in the modern analytical laboratory
  • Topical applications of mass spectrometry
• 4. Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy (20 credits)
  • Analytical applications of atomic and molecular spectroscopy
  • Theory and instrumentation
  • Topical and practical applications
• 5. Magnetic Resonance (20 credits)
  • Theory of NMR and EPR
  • Practical application of NMR and EPR
• 6. X-Ray Techniques (20 credits)
  • Harnessing the power of X-rays
  • Fundamentals of how x-rays interact with matter
  • Interactions and insights for analytical science
• 7. Chemometrics (20 credits)
  • Application of chemometrics or statistical analysis to analytical data
  • Basic statistics
  • Experimental design and optimisation of analytical techniques for performance
• Project (60 credits)
  • Research-based project in an area of current analytical research interest
  • Can base this in an industrial environment
  • Joint supervision by an industrial supervisor and academic supervisor

Course Structure

The course is delivered online and is designed to enable you to work and study simultaneously. You will receive a high level of support from the programme team and will have the opportunity to benefit from peer support by establishing a professional network with fellow students.

Admissions Information

Entry Requirements

• We require a First or Second class honours degree, or the overseas equivalent in chemistry or course with a major analytical analysis/chemistry component.
• Students with other relevant background, such as significant industrial and research experience, may be taken under consideration.

English Language

• If you are not from or did not graduate from a majority English speaking country, we will also require proof of your English language ability.
• IELTS Test score of 6.5 or more overall, with a minimum score of 6.5 in writing and a minimum score of 6.0 in the other subsections, or equivalent.

Application and Selection

• Apply online
• The deadline for applications is 25 August 2025
• To speed up the application process, please submit the following documents with your online application form:
  • Copies of official degree certificates and transcripts of your previous study, showing the subjects taken and grades obtained.
  • English language score report (if applicable) or alternative evidence to demonstrate your English language competency.
  • A copy of your CV detailing your full work experience.
  • Personal statement addressing the questions below (max 500 words)
    • What attracts you to apply to this course?
    • What do you hope to gain from this course and how will it help you achieve your aims?

Fees and Funding

• Total course tuition fee for September 2025 entry:
  • MSc - UK: £14,000 | International: £16,500
  • PGDip - UK: £9,333 | International: £11,000
  • PGCert - UK: £4,666 | International: £5,500
  • CPD - UK: £1,555 | International: £1,833
• The alternative project fees are:
  • Practical project at The University of Manchester: £3,000 (plus expenses)
  • Theoretical project: £1,000

Scholarships and Bursaries

• Postgraduate loans (UK/EU)
• Manchester Master's Bursary (UK)
• Equity and Merit Scholarships
• Funding for students with disabilities

Additional Cost Information

• The advertised fee covers your tuition fee only. It does not cover your alternative dissertation project fees, accommodation, travel costs or any other expenses that you may incur if you decide to complete your practical project at The University of Manchester.