The course is taught by researchers with an international reputation in advanced analytical techniques, such as the application of mass spectrometry to the analysis of biological matrices. Tutors also have expertise in production and detection of nanoparticles and detection of pollutants, particularly in soil. This course is suitable if you wish to increase your knowledge and skills and increase your competitiveness in the job market or pursue a PhD. It will also suit you if you work in a chemistry-related profession and are seeking to further your career prospects. You gain experience and understanding of key techniques in separation sciences, including liquid and gas chromatography atomic and molecular spectroscopy, such as atomic absorption and emission, NMR and IR analytical technologies applied in process control and solving complex biological problems This is a multi-disciplinary course where you learn about various topics including statistics, laboratory quality assurance and control, environmental analysis and fundamentals of analytical instrumentation. You also gain the transferable skills needed to continue developing your knowledge in science, such as data interpretation and analysis, experimental design and communication and presentation skills. You complete a research project to develop your research skills and their application to real world situations. You are supported by a tutor who is an expert in analytical chemistry. Your laboratory work is carried out in our teaching laboratories which are extensively equipped with the latest models of analytical instruments such as HPLCs and GCs. This is supplemented by access to our research facilities where you have access to more sophisticated equipment, such as NMR and a suite of various types of mass spectrometers. Upon successful completion of the PGCert/PgDip course you have the option to progress onto our MSc.