Overview

This Analytical Chemistry programme at Birkbeck, University of London will develop your knowledge and understanding of key areas of analytical science and its practical applications, advance your understanding of recent advances in the field and equip you with the skills to formulate a research or method development plan and carry out the appropriate literature and data searches. You will also learn how to carry out chemical manipulations, operate advanced analytical equipment and work safely and efficiently in a laboratory.

Career and Employability

Graduates can pursue careers in the health sector, toxicology, pharmaceuticals, academia and manufacturing. Possible professions include analytical chemist, research scientist (physical sciences), or scientific laboratory technician. This degree can also be useful in becoming a forensic scientist, chemical engineer, or pharmacologist.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Analysis of Solids and Surfaces, Electroanalysis and Sensors

Concepts of Analytical Science and Instrumentation plus Research Skills

NMR Spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry

Optical Spectroscopy and Atomic Spectrometry

Separation Science

Statistics and Data Quality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-14 00:00:00 , International

More details

The university recommends that applicants apply as early as possible and at least six weeks before the start of term.

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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General requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a scientific subject.

Less-qualified students may be accepted, if they have appropriate work experience.

Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13560 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

8300 GBP / year

≈ 8300 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time home students: £4,150 per year
Part-time international students: £6,780 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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