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This module covers fundamental principles of analytical science as relevant to pharmaceutical research and practice within industry.
You will learn about the underlying theory of various key spectrophotometric, spectroscopic, and spectrometric analytical methods and link theory to practice in hands-on laboratory workshops. You will learn methods in experimental design and analytical problem-solving. You will learn about quantitative and qualitative analytical methods, e.g. UV/Vis spectrophotometry, fluorescence spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry (including its complementary applications to combined chromatographic analysis).
You will also be introduced to industry-standard quality frameworks in laboratory procedures. You will learn the key theory and practical applications of Separation Science: analytical and preparative chromatography. Sample preparation: extraction methods (including liquid-liquid and solid-phase extraction methods); and chemical derivatisation to facilitate analysis.
You will apply statistical analysis methods to evaluate the accuracy and quality of your results.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
LO1: understand in depth the principles and applications of different spectroscopic, spectrophotometric and spectrometric analytical methods.
LO2: analyse qualitatively and quantitatively known and unknown substances.
LO3: critically appraise the capabilities and limitations of instrumentation and methods in drug analysis.
LO4: demonstrate a critical awareness of the scope and applications of separation science.
LO5: evaluate and recommend suitable sampling, sample preparation and data handling strategies, with appropriate application of statistics.