# Advanced mass spectrometry
**Source**: https://www.su.se/english/education/course-catalogue/kz/kz8105?semester=VT2026&eventcode=57027
**Parent**: https://www.su.se/english/education/course-catalogue?q=&internationalStudents=%5B%22true%22%5D&forcedReasonCode=%5B%220%22%5D
The course consists of a case study in mass spectrometry (MS) applied to an analytical question.
The work includes planning and designing laboratory experiments with appropriate MS methodology as well as literature studies.
The course provides practical experience in independently solving an analytical problem with MS.
## [Course structure](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b52688b)
As per above
### Teaching Format
Teaching consists of compulsory sessions with lab, group work and seminars.
The course is taught in English.
### After the course, the student is expected to:
- Design and develop a suitable MS methodology for a current analytical question, for example in environmental analysis.
- Solve common practical problems with MS instrumentation.
- Optimize the chosen methodology for the best possible detectability, separation and information.
- Search, collate, compare and communicate research materials within MS.
- Evaluate and critically review results from your own research project both qualitatively and quantitatively and in comparison with published studies.
- Write a project report using the format of a scientific article
### Assessment
Oral presentation and written report
#### Examiner
Ulrika Nilsson\
Eps[unils@su.se](mailto:unils@su.se)
## [Schedule](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b5268da)
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course.
We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course,
your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
[Schema KZ8105 VT 2026 Dagtid](https://www.su.se/download/18.39dc5cbc19afcf09c001bec/1765460969845/KZ7106+KZ8105_schedule_2026.pdf)
## [Course literature](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b5268f0)
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
## [Course reports](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b5268f2)
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## [Contact](#svid10_142dc5821901009a5b52690b)
**Course Coordinator**\
Ulrika Nilsson, email: [unils@su.se](mailto:unils@su.se)\
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**Chemistry Section & Student Affairs Office:** [chemistry@su.se](mailto:chemistry@su.se)
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## Spring 2026 | Period 1 | Day-time, 25% | On campus | For international students
5 credits
Spring 2026
Period 1Day-time, 25%On campusFor international students
Beginning/EndPlease view course schedule for exact dates
week commencing
18/01/2026 - 21/03/2026
Held every spring
Closed for application
Information about late application[Applies only to certain courses](https://www.su.se/english/education/how-to-apply/important-dates/late-application-1.506150)
Course code: KZ8105
Application code: SU-57027
Level
Master's level
Language
English
Eligibility
Admission to the course requires knowledge corresponding to Mass Spectrometry, 10 credits (KZ7103). English 6 or equivalent
Selection
Higher Education Credits (up to 270).
[Syllabus - legal document](#)
Tuition fee
Applies to citizens from outside EU, EEA or Switzerland. First instalment: 11667 SEK. The complete course: 11667 SEK.
[More information on tuition fees](https://www.su.se/english/education/how-to-apply/costs-fees-and-scholarships)
Subject
[Chemistry](https://www.su.se/english/education/course-catalogue/education-subjects/science-and-mathematics/chemistry)
Area of interest
[Science and Mathematics](https://www.su.se/english/education/course-catalogue/education-subjects/science-and-mathematics)
Department responsible for education
[Department of Chemistry](http://www.department-of-chemistry)
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