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Full time | Birkbeck, University of London | 1 year | OCT-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

OCT-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Biology (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

COURSE OVERVIEW

Our analytical bioscience postgraduate course provides hands-on experience and training in a wide range of analysis techniques and instrumentation used in the molecular biosciences, biomedical and pharmaceutical sectors.

This degree in analytical bioscience is designed to allow flexibility in attendance requirements and offers the opportunity to complete a novel research project in one of our excellent research laboratories.

We offer this course as a Master’s and Postgraduate Diploma. For the Diploma, you study fewer modules and do not complete a dissertation.

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Graduates can pursue career paths in the health sector, academic research, toxicology and pharmaceuticals. Possible professions include:

analytical chemist

biomedical scientist

research scientist (life sciences)

toxicologist

clinical research associate

science writer

scientific laboratory technician.

Modules

The course covers the basics theory of NMR spectroscopy, including the effects of radio frequency pulses, relaxation, multipulse and heteronuclear experiments. 1D and 2D NMR methods are applied to solving chemical problems such as structure and conformation. Quantification by NMR spectroscopy and the coupling of NMR to HPLC systems is also discussed. Mass spectrometry, considered to be one of the most versatile analytical techniques, finds widespread use in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, health science, archaeology, forensic science, environmental science and space exploration. This module overviews the basic concepts of mass spectrometry and a broad range of commonly used techniques. Applications of these techniques in chemistry and biochemistry are presented and discussed. Attending this module does not require any previous knowledge of mass spectrometry.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,150

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,030

Entry 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, or through registration on the Postgraduate Diploma with the possibility of upgrading to the MSc after achieving appropriate results in the first set of examinations.

University information

Birkbeck, University of London is a university which continues to change lives. In 2023 the institution marks its 200th anniversary. Established in 1823, Birkbeck is a world-class research and teaching institution, well known for being London’s premier evening university. Most classes take place in the evening, and this makes Birkbeck stand out from the crowd. Students have the freedom to use their daytimes however they like – a benefit that has...more

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