Analytical Sciences

Analytical chemistry plays a crucial role in many areas of science and society. For the development of new pharmaceuticals, the study of complex biological systems or the design of new sustainable materials, chemical compounds must be identified and quantified in a variety of materials and environments. Analytical chemistry provides the methods and techniques that make this possible. The impact of analytical science is not restricted to chemistry alone: progress in medicine, biology, environmental and material sciences is strongly dependent on the availability of new analytical tools.

Studying Analytical Sciences at the University of Amsterdam

Analytical Sciences is a track of the Master's programme in Chemistry. It focuses on all aspects of chemical analysis and addresses a large range of modern analytical techniques. Moreover, the programme covers general concepts and strategies for analysis - from sampling to data treatment - and various application fields such as biochemical, industrial, pharmaceutical and forensic analysis. It is also possible to choose a programme focused specifically on environmental chemistry and analysis.

Professional specialization within the Master’s programme

In general, Master’s students are trained to become independent researchers. But at the UvA Faculty of Science you can also choose to complete your Master’s programme with a professional specialization, that focuses on other skills than doing research.  

There are three professional specializations available:

• Science Communication (in Dutch)
• Teaching (in Dutch)
• Management, Policy Analysis & Entrepreneurship.

Analytical Sciences as a part-time programme

It is possible to enroll as a part-time student of Analytical Sciences. For more information, please contact the Programme Manager via the button 'contact' in the left column.