Master of Chemistry (MChem)

MChem Chemistry

Gain valuable work experience as part of your Chemistry degree.
  • Duration: 4 years
  • Year of entry: 2025
  • UCAS course code: F109 / Institution code: M20
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Course unit details:
Analytical Chemistry II

Course unit fact file
Unit code CHEM20531
Credit rating 10
Unit level Level 2
Teaching period(s) Semester 1
Available as a free choice unit? No

Overview

Molecular spectroscopy, chromatography and mass spectrometry are fundamental to chemical analysis and are important tools in all areas of chemistry. This unit builds on concepts learnt from the first year and draws parallels to application and interpretation of concepts taught in CHEM20611. This comprehensive course explores advanced analytical methodologies essential for modern chemical analysis. Students will develop expertise in chromatographic techniques, focusing on peak width analysis, column efficiency optimization using the Van Deemter equation, and troubleshooting peak shape problems. The mass spectrometry component covers various Pre/co-requisites

Unit title Unit code Requirement type Description
Chemical Research Skills CHEM10510 Pre-Requisite Compulsory

Aims

The unit aims to: 

At the end of this unit, students should be able to: 

 

The unit will include the following: 

This course prepares students for advanced work in analytical chemistry, providing the foundation for solving real-world analytical problems in research and industry settings. 

- Statistical approaches to determine accuracy of outputs 

Assessment methods

Online Examinations (x2) 1hour each. 100% Weighting. 

Feedback methods

Two formative feedback workshops (2h each) will provide opportunity for students to get formative feedback. Online discussion boards will allow students to get further feedback. Office hours for academics will be provided and personal feedback on the work orally will be provided by appointment.  

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Core text  

Scheduled activity hours eAssessment 1 Lectures 22 Supervised time in studio/wksp 4

Independent study hours
Independent study 73

Teaching staff

Staff member Role
Drupad Trivedi Unit coordinator

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