INTRA Programme BSc Analytical Science

Objective

The Objective of this four-year, full-time degree is to produce graduates who:  

• Have a good grasp of basic analytical, chemical and biological techniques 
• Are capable of tackling analytical problems of a chemical or biological nature 
• Are able to design, carry out and interpret their measurements within the context of a given problem 
• Have an awareness of the needs of both industry and government for accurate and reliable analytical data

Programme Outline

The first two years of this programme provide a grounding in the fundamentals of Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics and Computing. Laboratory work in years one and two is concerned with the development of manipulative and observational skills, together with precise and accurate quantitative methods. During the second half of the programme, students will elect for a Chemistry or Biology option and will obtain further enhanced fundamental skills together with highly specialised methods of analysis. A multiple-technique approach to problem solving is emphasised throughout the programme. 

Work Areas

Students from BSc Analytical Science will have the ability to work in the following areas (among others): 

• Pharmaceuticals and fine chemical industries 
• Pollution and water treatment plants 
• Polymeric materials industries (plastics, paints, petro-chemicals, adhesives) 
• Establishment, maintenance, assessment and control of standards 
• Bioanalytical method development 
• Trace metal and organic analysis 
• Bio, Environmental and Clinical analysis 
• Quality control 
• Research and Development 
• Process Development and management 
• Technical services 

INTRA Internship

Students from BSc Analytical Science are required to complete a six month INTRA placement at the end of third year.

Course Modules

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