MSc Analytical Chemistry
Course overview
The Sheffield Hallam University MSc Analytical Chemistry is a full-time and one-year course available at the university city campus. The programme has the Royal Society of Chemistry accreditation and is set up to equip students with the skills necessary to become analytical scientists. It is both practice-based and is taught using state-of-the-art, industry-standard equipment and covers both traditional as well as contemporary analytical methods.
The modules that make up the curriculum are both compulsory and elective in nature, such as Advanced Laboratory and Research Practice, Forensic Analysis and a Research Project. The assessments include coursework, examinations and practical assessment. A major component of the course is the research project, where students have an opportunity to put the knowledge that they have learned into practice.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
To be enrolled, candidates need at least a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. However, candidates with a 2:2 are also encouraged to apply and will be considered individually. Those with other qualifications or skills directly relevant to the course will also be considered.
English Proficiency:
If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill, or a recognised equivalent like TOEFL or PTE.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Payment of tuition fees.
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Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.
Up to £5,000Online Masters Scholarship
A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.
Up to 10% of feesPostgraduate Research Scholarship
A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.
Up to 10% of feesPostgraduate Study Discounts
£2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.
Up to £2,000Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
£1,000 Postgraduate Taught
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course pursue careers in:
- Academic or industrial research
- Quality assurance
- Analytical laboratories
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Methods development
- Forensic analysis
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students taking the MSc Analytical Chemistry at Sheffield Hallam University is £17,725. This fee covers the full course.
Admission
Applications for this course are submitted directly to the university through the university’s application form. Our trained counsellors are available to help you.
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