Mastership in Chemical Analysis (MChemA)
The RSC awards the Mastership in Chemical Analysis (MChemA) which is the statutory qualification for practice as a Public Analyst and Agriculture Analyst.
The RSC works closely with the Association of Public Analysts (APA) and its Training Committee to ensure that candidates have the appropriate skills and knowledge to qualify.
In view of the broad scope of the responsibilities of the Public Analyst, candidates for the MChemA should have adequate experience in a laboratory such as a Public Analyst's laboratory, or other laboratory concerned with relevant food, environment and agricultural analysis.
The Syllabus, Guidance Notes, application forms, exam dates and fees.
Candidates with an appropriate MSc or the NVQ Level 5 in Analytical Chemistry can claim exemption from Part A of the MChemA Examination.
Past Papers from 2002 to 2007
Forms for each part of the Examination.
This prize may be awarded to an exceptional candidate who gains the award of the MChemA.
The Examiners prepare a report at the end of each cycle of examinations (one each year)
Careers information about the role of the Public Analyst
Association of Public Analysts (APA)
The APA Training Committee organises training courses and publishes literature to support candidates who are preparing for the MChemA examination.
