Master in MSc Environmental Analytical Chemistry

At University of Bristol, tuition fees are 33,000 GBP per year.

Overview

Climate change, and air, water and soil pollution are critical societal problems that will affect most, if not all communities, companies, and countries across the globe over the next 50 years. This programme will train you in cutting-edge environmental analytical chemical techniques that are used to investigate such pollution and guide mitigation and remediation. Additionally, it will equip you with skills in advanced laboratory analysis, statistical and modelling approaches to interrogating and synthesising datasets, and reporting and communicating data. A particular feature of this MSc is the synthesis of data with training in written, oral, and other forms of communication. There will be particular emphasis on the use of such data to develop policy and/or practical recommendations. In the research project, you will be working on current topics drawn from environmental research such as urban air pollution, water quality and sustainable agriculture.

This programme will appeal to a wide range of students with a science and engineering background. Although focused on environmental applications, you will gain a broad training that will facilitate progression to a diversity of future science and engineering-based careers. The need for experts in environmental analysis and remediation is predicted to increase, making graduates of this programme well placed to take up emerging jobs in companies and organisations requiring this type of expertise.

The Organic Geochemistry Unit and the Atmospheric Chemistry Research Group that will run this course are both world-leading in environmental analytical science, being a home to a laboratory of the NERC-funded National Environmental Isotope Facility (NEIF) and a node of the NASA-funded Advanced Global Atmospheric Gases Experiment (AGAGE) project. Therefore, the collection of state-of-the-art chromatography and mass spectrometry platforms combined with world-leading research is unparalleled. In addition, the School of Chemistry at the University of Bristol is home to the only Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in practical Chemistry (Bristol ChemLabS) founded in 2005 and has pioneered teaching of analytical chemistry through virtual instruments and smart worksheets. Therefore, the combination of leading analytical science and education methods makes this course unique.

The University of Bristol, founded in 1909 and located in the lively city of Bristol, United Kingdom, is a research-intensive institution with a broad portfolio of programmes. Its historic campus and strong academic reputation make it an appealing choice for international students seeking rigorous study across humanities, sciences, engineering, law and the creative arts.

With more than 300 programmes, the university combines research-led teaching with opportunities for practical learning, work placements and interdisciplinary study. Students benefit from access to research centres, professional networks and a range of support services designed to enhance learning outcomes and employability. Bristol's urban setting provides cultural vibrancy, industry connections and a platform for student societies and community engagement.

International students are supported through dedicated services, orientation and career guidance to help navigate academic expectations and life in the UK. The university’s emphasis on research impact, global partnerships and transferable skills prepares graduates for competitive careers and further study. For those seeking a dynamic academic environment in a culturally rich city, the University of Bristol offers a blend of scholarly excellence and practical opportunities.