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MASTER IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY

The programme consists of two semesters and is a combination of course work (36 credits) and research (6 credits). The goal of this program is to produce professional chemists with in-depth knowledge and skills in chemical analysis. They should also be able to think creatively and innovatively and efficiently in information management with good technical and analytical skills. The program is design to produce knowledgeable and research-oriented chemists that are adept for innovation and advanced learning. They will be able to immerse themselves in a variety of careers that require knowledge and skills in chemical analysis in the public and private sectors.

Teaching and learning methods, comprise both conventional and blended learning approaches, are in line with objectives of programme modules. They include lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, workshops, case studies, critical reviews and seminars. The teaching and learning activities are conducted on weekends or after hours for convenience of students who have personal or work commitments on weekdays.

Assessment

Students’ progress is evaluated based on continuous assessment via project work, critical reviews, practical reports, assignments and oral presentations. Research dissertation will be assessed at the end of Semester II.

Entry Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.750 or equivalent, as accepted by the UPM Senate; or
A bachelor’s degree degree in the field or related fields with range CGPA of 2.500 to CGPA 2.749 can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment by Faculty/School/Institute; or
A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with a range of CGPA 2.000 to CGPA 2.499, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment by Faculty/School/Institute.

Program Structure

Students must take 30 credit hours of core courses and a minimum of 12 credit hours of elective courses. The program runs for a minimum of TWO (2) semesters and a maximum of SIX (6) semesters.

Core Courses (30 credit hours)

No.	Course Name
1	Statistics and Chemometrics for Analytical Chemistry
2	Laboratory Safety
3	Analysis in Chemistry I
4	Analysis in Chemistry II
5	Molecular Spectroscopy
6	Atomic Spectroscopy
7	Separation Techniques
8	Research Methodology in Chemistry
9	Master Disertation

Elective Courses (select 12 credit hours)

No.	Course Name
1	Electroanalytical Chemistry
2	Solid State Characterisation
3	Sensor Technology
4	Technology of Food Lipids
5	Chemistry and Technology of Starch
6	Quality of Food Products
7	Environmental Pollution and Treatment Technology
8	Environmental Impact Assessment Technique

Study Scheme by Semester:

Semester I
Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
CHM5001	Statistics and Chemometrics for Analytical Chemistry	3(3+0)
CHM5002	Laboratory Safety	3(3+0)
CHM5003	Analysis in Chemistry I	3(0+3)
CHM5406	Atomic Spectroscopy	3(3+0)
CHM5901	Research Methodology in Chemistry	3(3+0)
CHM5998A	Master Disertation	3(0+3)
CHM/FST/ ESC	Elective 1	3(3+0)

Semester II
Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
CHM5004	Analysis in Chemistry II	3(0+3)
CHM5202	Molecular Spectroscopy	3(3+0)
CHM5407	Separation Techniques	3(3+0)
CHM5998B	Master Disertation	3(0+3)
CHM/FST/ ESC	Elective 2	3(3+0)
CHM/FST/ ESC	Elective 3	3(3+0)
CHM/FST/ ESC	Elective 4	3(3+0)

English language requirements for International Students

IELTS : Band score 6.0; or
TOEFL : Overall score of minimum 550

Programme fees

Local Student (RM-Ringgit Malaysia)
Semester I	RM 9,186
Semester II	RM 8,930
Total	RM 18,116
International Student (RM-Ringgit Malaysia)
Semester I	RM 12,286
Semester II	RM 12,030
Total	RM 24,316