Chemistry with Physics
Bachelor's degree
In Aberdeen
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Aberdeen (Scotland)
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Duration
4 Years
Innovative methods for learning and teaching ensure that students develop skills in computing and IT, problem solving, and personal skills in addition to the core theoretical and practical principles of Chemistry and Physics.
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About this course
First year entry Scottish Highers BBBB or Advanced Highers CCC or A levels CCC, including good performance in at least two Science/Technology/Mathematics subjects.
SQA Higher or GCE A Level or equivalent qualification in Mathematics and Physics are required.
Advanced entry Advanced Highers BBB or A levels BBB, including Chemistry and Maths.
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Course programme
Programme Structure & Content
First Year
Students study introductory courses in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.
Second Year
Courses cover all the main areas of Chemistry, plus advanced courses in Physics.
Third Year
Students spend most of their time studying Chemistry, including a course on Communicating Chemistry targeted at transferable skills including computing, IT and presentation skills.
Fourth Year
All students have lectures on a range of specialised topics, receive training in Methods of Research and undertake a personal Research Project.
Teaching & Assessment
In first year, traditional lectures and practical classes are now integrated with the support provided by the University's Virtual Learning Environment, WebCT. At higher levels, tutorials, individual and group project work, and essay and oral presentations, together with a rapidly increasing range of computer-based learning aids, also form part of the programme.
Additional information
Career opportunities: Chemistry graduates are very employable, because a degree in chemistry opens many opportunities for employment in areas such as drug development, environmental protection, food chemistry, petroleum chemistry, forensic science, and materials development. It is also considered to be an excellent preparation for a career in business, in particular because of the skills developed in problem solving and numeracy.
Chemistry with Physics