M.Sc Analytical Chemistry is a postgraduate course in Chemistry having course duration of 2 years. The course study provides the students with comprehensive training in the application area of Chemistry. Chemical Analysis has got wide applications in areas of agriculture, forensic science, geology, and scientific research. The main aim of the course is to develop Chemical Analysts who are able to set up chemical experiments and perform various analysis. The academic curriculum of the course includes both practical as well as theoretical sections.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

The subject of Analytical Chemistry offers various benefits to industrial organizations and research. The course study is much beneficial for candidates to obtain a rewarding career with in the field. Moreover, they become eligible to pursue doctoral level courses in the application areas of Chemistry.

Eligibility for Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

Bachelor degree holders in science are eligible to apply for the course. The degree must be obtained from a recognized institution with Chemistry as the main subject. The candidate should possess a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying examination also. They must pass the selection process of the University or institution to get in to the course. Most of the Universities offer admission to this postgraduate course through entrance tests.

Application Procedure of Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

One can getthe application for pursuing the course through the official website of the institution that offers the degree. If there is any entrance test, then they must apply for the same firstly. Then according to the marks on the same, the candidate can go ahead with the application process. Based on the marks scored (either in the entrance test or in the qualifying exam), the candidate can expect admission to the course. The details of the course and the application process can be collected from official website of the college that offers the course.

Colleges offering Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

• Al-Ameer Institute of Management and Technology
• Amal Degree College
• AQJ Degree College
• Bhoj Mahavidyalaya
• Bishop Moore College
• Chaitanya Degree College
• Christian College
• CMS College
• College of Science
• D.N.R. College of Education
• Dr L Bullayya Post Graduate College
• Dr. V.S.K. Govt. Degree College
• Dr.L.B.College
• Fergusson College
• G B R Degree College
• Gitam Institute of Science
• Government Arts College, Thiruvananthapuram
• Ideal Degree College
• Krishna Degree College
• Kuriakose Elias College
• M. V. R. Degree College
• Mar Thoma College
• Milad-e-Sherief Memorial College
• MR College for Men (Autonomous)
• Prof. Ramkrishna More Arts, Commerce & Science College
• R. D. National College & W. A. Science College
• Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Management Sciences
• RSRK Ranga Rao Degree College
• S B College, Changanacherry
• S.N. College
• Sir CRR Degree College for Women
• SKVT Degree College
• Sree Narayana College, Sivagiri
• Srirama Degree College
• TSR and TBK Degree College & PG Centre
• Yashwantrao Mohite College

Course Curriculum of Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

Semester-I

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Molecular Spectroscopy
• Biology for Chemists Or Mathematics for Chemists

Practical

• Organic Chemistry Practicals-I
• Physical Chemistry Practicals-I
• Inorganic Chemistry Practicals-I

Semester-II

• Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
• Advanced Organic Chemistry
• Advanced Physical Chemistry
• Molecular Symmetry & Spectroscopy

Practical

• Computers for Chemists
• Inorganic Chemistry Practicals-II
• Organic Chemistry Practicals-II
• Physical Chemistry Practicals-II

Semester- III

• Principles of Analytical Chemistry
• Electro-analytical & Thermo-analytical Techniques
• Radiochemical and Optical Methods of Analysis
• Chromatographic Separation Techniques

Practical

• Analytical Chemistry Practicals - I
• Analytical Chemistry Practicals- II

Semester- IV

• Applied Analysis
• Environmental Analytical Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry of Polymers
• Process Analytical Chemistry

Practical

• Analytical Chemistry Practicals- III
• Project Work (6 to 8 weeks)
• Project Report /Analytical Chemistry practical IV

Reference Books on Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

• A Textbook of Inorganic Qualitative Analysis by A I Vogel
• A Textbook of Quantitative Analysis by A.I.Vogel
• Analytical Chemistry – Kelmner
• Analytical Chemistry by G D Christian
• Application of Absorption spectroscopy of Organic Compounds – J. R. Dyer
• Basic Concept in Analytical chemistry, by S.M. Khopkar
• Chemical Analysis- Farm cis, Roucssal and A mick Roucssal
• Electrophoresis- Analytical Chemistry: Open Learning by M Melvin JohnWiley
• Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry – D. A. Skoog, D. M. West and H. J Holler
• Instrumental Methods of Analysis by H. H. Willard & L. L. Merritt
• Instrumental Methods of Analysis, by B K Sharma
• Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis – B. K. Sharma
• Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis – G. Chatwal & S. Anand
• Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis – H. H. Willard, L. L Merrit, J. D. Dean Instrumental Methods of Chemical by G. W. Ewing
• Introduction to Instrumental Analysis – R. D. Braun
• Introduction to Separation Science – L R. Synder & H. O, Hawarth
• Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis, Pragati Prakashan Meerut by H.Kaou
• Organic Spectroscopy – P. S. Kalsi
• Practical Aspects of Gas Chromatography/Mass spectroscopy – G. M Message, John Wiley & Sons
• Principles of Instrumental Analysis, Holl Seamlers by D.Sleool and U.West
• Spectroscopic Methods in Organic Chemistry – D. H. Williams and I. Fleming;
• Standard Methods of Analysis– F. J. Welcher
• Treatise on Analytical Chemistry (Volume One Part III) – I. M. Kolthoff & P. J. Elwing

Job and Career after Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

Master degree holders in Analytical Chemistry can find various career opportunities in the application areas of Chemistry. The common job profile offered to these candidates is Analytical Chemist. They can work in pharmaceutical firms and also in research related sectors. Molecular Industry and chemical industry are in great need of these candidates. They can also find applications in biotechnological firms. Educational sector also offer different career openings to these candidates. One can select jobs in their area of interest.

Remuneration after Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

The salary packages offered for M.Sc graduates in Analytical Chemistry are quite high. This may depend on the industry where the candidate works. The candidate can gain an initial salary within the range of Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 50,000/- per month. Experienced candidate can obtain salary packages in lakhs in reputed and well-established organizations. Those with job experience within the range of 3-4 years can expect salary in the range of Rs.1-5 lakhs per month.