Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Analytical Chemistry

Course Overview

Analytical chemistry is the science of obtaining, processing, and communicating information about the composition and structure of natural and artificial materials. That is to say, analytical chemistry is the combination of art and science of determining what matter is (identification) and how much of it (quantification) exists. Analytical chemistry also focuses on improvements in experimental design, chemometrics, and the creation of new measurement tools to provide better chemical information. Analytical chemistry has applications in forensics, bioanalysis, clinical analysis, environmental analysis and materials analysis. As a scientific field which has such great diversity in its application, students trained in this programme will surely be in great demand in chemical related industries.

The Analytical Chemistry programme prepares graduates with the foundation to use their knowledge of chemistry, instrumentation, computer, and statistics to solve problems in almost all areas of chemistry and for all kinds of industries. For example, their measurements are used to assure the safety and quality of food, pharmaceuticals, and water; to assure compliance with environmental and other regulations; to support the legal process; to help physicians diagnose diseases; and to provide measurements and documentation essential to trade and commerce.

This programme equips students with technical knowledge of analytical chemistry. The students will also be made aware of international standards that bound them to the society and industry. They will have an opportunity to work with industry through their internship and to carry out a real-life research project on analytical chemistry. All such training will add value to their qualification and later to their employment opportunities.

This programme is endorsed by Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM). Graduates of this programme can join IKM as a member and hence recognised as a ‘Registered Chemist’ in Malaysia.

Curriculum

• Physical Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Properties of Matter and Chemical Energetics
• Chemistry of Elements and Organic Compounds
• Kinetics, Mechanisms and Stereochemistry
• Thermodynamics and Electrochemistry
• Spectroscopy and Properties of Organic Compounds
• Polymer Chemistry
• Polymer Characterisation & Thermal Analysis
• Materials Science
• Chemical Lab Management
• Transition Elements and Coordination Compounds
• Food Chemistry and Analysis
• Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis
• Environmental Chemistry and Analysis
• Analytical Method Development and Validation
• Environmental Pollution Control
• QA and QC in Good Laboratory Practices
• Project
• Industrial Training

Elective Courses:

• Chemical Safety and Security
• Solid State Chemistry
• Cosmetic Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organometallic Chemistry
• Occupational Safety & Health
• Surface and Colloid Chemistry
• Industrial Organic Chemistry

Entry Requirements

1. STPM - Grade C in 2 relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
2. A Level - Grade D in 2 relevant subjects which must include Chemistry
3. UEC - Grade B in 5 relevant subjects
   which must include Chemistry
4. TAR UMT - Foundation in Science (Track A / Track B) OR Diploma in Science
5. Other IHL - Relevant Foundation/ Diploma accredited by MQA

Compulsory subjects:

(1); (2); (3) and (5) must include-

1. SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass)in Mathematics##/ UEC Grade C in one mathematics subject##
   AND
2. SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass)/ UEC Grade C in English Language**

**Grade C and above in AELE0364 English Language conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the English Language requirement for applicants who fail English Language at SPM/O Level/UEC.

##Grade C and above in AMMS0104 General Mathematics conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the Mathematics requirement for applicants who fail the required mathematics subject SPM/O Level/UEC.

Note:

1. Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Bachelor Degree.
2. TAR UMT Diploma will be accepted on credit transfer into Bachelor Degree programmes.
3. Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
4. Subject to the Ministry of Education latest requirements.

Career Prospects

• Research Scientists
• Analytical Chemists in commercial laboratories
• Quality Control/Assurance Chemists
• Laboratory Supervisors
• Product Chemists (Analytical Instrumentation)
• Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Officers (Chemistry aspect)
• Product Development Chemists (pharmaceutical area, food industry, cosmetic industry, polymer industry, etc)
• Product Specialists
• Toxicologists
• Science Communicators
• Atmospheric Chemists
• Sustainability Managers
• Sport Scientists
• Policy Researchers