Or Application via Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS)
This course, written and validated by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) covers topics, typically included in the first 2 years of a modern chemistry BSc. inorganic, organic, physical, analytical and green chemistry.
You will study six level 4 modules in the first year and six level 5 units in the second year. The level 4 modules:
- Basic Skills for Chemists (practical chemistry and mathematics)
- Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
- Introduction to Organic Chemistry
- Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
- Sustainability and the Chemical Industry
The level 5 modules:
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry: Applications in Analytical Science
- Laboratory Chemistry
- Project Module
- Advanced Analytical Chemistry
You should have 4 good GCSEs (A* - C/9 - 4) including double science, English and mathematics plus two A levels (D or above), one of which must be in chemistry. Equivalent qualifications such as the BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma and Access to HE courses will be considered as alternatives, providing there is significant chemistry content.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
The majority of level 4 modules are assessed by assignments and in-class tests. A portfolio of laboratory work must also be maintained.
The majority of the level 5 modules have fewer assignments than the level 4 modules and will have a formal examination.
A project report is a requirement of the project module.
Good links are maintained with the University so that students will feel comfortable with progressing to UCLan.
Students will have access to the UCLan library which includes e-books and e-journals. Applications for this course are normally made via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) at www.ucas.com
We also offer a part-time course which lasts for three years. It is suitable both for day release students employed in local industry and those for whom part-time study is a better option.
Typically, a single module will require about 8 hours per week. This normally consists of between two to four hours contact time with staff in lectures, practical sessions or tutorials and the rest in private study, reading around the subject or preparing assignments.
There will be the opportunity to progress to a two year, part time BSc (Hons) Chemistry degree delivered at the College upon successful completion of the Foundation Degree. This 'top-up' can also be delivered at UCLan as a one year, full-time programme.
Students will gain significant knowledge and understanding of chemical processes and laboratory techniques used in the chemical industry. There is therefore the opportunity to progress to a variety of careers within chemical industry.
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If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £2650.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2019-20.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services on 0151 551 7777 or call into our Conway Park Campus. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11 to 4pm and Wednesdays 4 to 6.30pm (term time only).
