Chemistry (Extended), BSc Hons

University of Greenwich

Bachelor's degree

In Gillingham

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Gillingham

  • Duration

    4 Years

Chemistry is the essential science. It impacts everything in our lives, from the perfect cup of tea to powering space-shuttles. Our extended chemistry degree looks at all branches of the discipline, including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry and analytical chemistry. You'll also develop the transferable skills that will appeal to a broad range of employers.

This extended degree starts with a foundation year before you progress to the standard three-year course. It is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, which means first-year students get free membership and graduates can apply for associate membership. You'll also benefit from our connections with industry, including regular guest speakers.

Our extended degree in chemistry gives you the knowledge and skills for exciting careers inside and outside the laboratory. Our graduates work as Laboratory Managers, Technologists, Technicians, Analysts, Project Managers and Scientific Officers in a range of well-known organisations including E.On, Dyson, GSK, and the NHS. We have a 100% overall student satisfaction rating for Chemistry (NSS 2019), making us the best in London for your needs.

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Location

Start date

Gillingham (Kent)
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Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now closed

About this course

Students go to a range of companies and organisations of varying sizes for their placements, including large multi-national firms, government agencies, the NHS and small to medium sized companies engaged in research, analytical services and manufacturing.

Previous students have worked in: Eon, Dyson, ADEY, PS Analytical and E-liquids, GSK, NHS hospitals.
IAESTE (British Council) placements to Brazil, Dubai and Poland.
We have a dedicated team to search for and inform students about relevant opportunities and help students prepare for interviews

Typical offer: 64 points

Qualifications: three A-levels/Extended Diploma/combination of A-level and Diploma/A-levels and Extended Certificate

Subjects:

A-level: 64 points from related science subjects
BTEC National: Extended Diploma in Applied Science
A-level and BTEC National: Diploma/Extended Certificate in Applied Science and 16 points from a related science subject

What you should know about this course
Ranked #1 in London for Student Satisfaction for two years running (National Student Survey, 2019 and 2020) and top 30 in the UK (Guardian University League Table, 2021)
Ranked #1 University in Kent for Graduate Prospects (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021)
This four-year course has a foundation year and lower entry requirements. If you have the ability but not the qualifications, this course is your first step to graduation
Students studying Chemistry can expect to earn up to £28,925 on graduation (HESA, 2020)
This course is taught at our Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent.

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2020

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Mathematics
  • Biochemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Laboratory Practice
  • Thermodynamics
  • Materials
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • GCSE Mathematics

Course programme

Year 0

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
  • Introduction to Biology (30 credits)
  • Introduction to Chemistry (30 credits)
  • Introductory Practical Science (30 credits)
  • Foundation Mathematics (15 credits)
  • Learning Skills for Science (15 credits)
Year 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
  • Investigative Methodology 1 (15 credits)
  • Inorganic Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Organic Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Physical Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Analytical Chemistry (30 credits)
  • Practical and Professional Skills - Chemistry (30 credits)
Year 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
  • Research and Professional Skills (15 credits)
  • Further Inorganic Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Further Organic Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Further Physical Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Intermediate Chemistry (30 credits)
  • Instrumental Analysis (15 credits)
  • Green Chemistry (15 credits)
Year 3

Option Set 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
  • Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Advanced Inorganic Materials Analysis (15 credits)
  • Advanced Organic Chemistry 1 (Stereochemistry and Mechanisms) (15 credits)
  • Advanced Spectroscopy, Thermodynamics and Quantum Mechanics (15 credits)
  • Project - Chemistry (30 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
  • Advanced Organic Chemistry 2 (Synthetic Organic Chemistry) (15 credits)
  • Applied Physical Chemistry (15 credits)
Option Set 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
  • Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (15 credits)
  • Advanced Inorganic Materials Analysis (15 credits)
  • Advanced Organic Chemistry 1 (Stereochemistry and Mechanisms) (15 credits)
  • Advanced Spectroscopy, Thermodynamics and Quantum Mechanics (15 credits)
  • Project - Chemistry (30 credits)
Students are also required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
  • Chemometrics and Informatics (15 credits)
  • Advanced Instrumental Analysis (15 credits)

Additional information

International - £14,500 

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