Chemistry with Education

Bachelor's degree

In Wrexham

£ 260 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Wrexham (Wales)

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why choose this course? The BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Education has been designed for those students with a passion for chemistry combined with an interest in working in teaching or training. The emphasis of the course is chemistry and graduates will be well equipped to enter careers traditionally associated with that science. Additionally students will gain an appreciation of the knowledge and skills required to become a teacher / trainer. This programme does not lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) but does provide a sound grounding to proceed to QTS via Postgraduate Certificate in Education or other QTS awarding route.   Graduates of this course will enjoy the benefits of having a chemistry degree but will also be well prepared to progress to qualified teaching status. In addition to core chemistry topics, this degree has specialist modules in education and these are aligned to placements which give students a first-hand experience of working with children and young people.   For those students who decide that teaching is not the career for them, the core chemistry content of the BSc means that they will still have the opportunities afforded by traditional chemistry degrees.   You can also choose to study this course as a foundation year BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Education (4 years including foundation year)  UCAS code:G7F6

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Wrexham
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Mold Road, LL11 2AW

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  • Teaching
  • Skills and Training
  • Benefits
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Course programme

  • Provides students with a sound knowledge of the theories and practice of chemistry along with the knowledge and skills to work within the education sector.
  • There are placements in schools or similar educational settings in each of the three years of the course. In year 3 the extended placement immerses students in the teaching / training environment and provides an excellent platform to proceed to PGCE or other QTS route.
  • Dedicated chemical and instrumental analysis laboratories to allow students' hands-on practical experience.
  • Excellent preparation for working in the chemical industry or to proceed to QTS programmes.
  • Well-qualified, research-active staff and a dedicated, long established, placement team.
  • A teaching programme which ensures a highly supportive learning environment.

The course combines academic study, laboratory work and placement in school or similar educational setting. You will gain knowledge and skills associated with a degree in chemistry with the additional benefits of studying core educational subjects and experiencing educational placements. All modules carry a 20 credit rating except Professional Practice which has a 40 credit rating.

Year 1 (Level 4)

In year 1 you will study core chemistry subjects and be introduced to fundamental ideas of learning theories. You will also undertake a short placement.

Modules

  • Introduction to Chemistry
  • Inorganic and Materials Chemistry
  • Laboratory Chemical Analysis
  • Academic Study Skills and Personal Development
  • Maths and Statistics for Science
  • Introduction to the Psychology of Education (Learning Theories)

Year 2 (Level 5)

In year 2, you will build on the chemistry knowledge gained in year 1. You will also learn about classroom management and supporting learners with behavioural, emotional and social differences. You will also undertake a period of placement in a school or similar setting.

Modules

  • Analytical Methods
  • The Physical World
  • Research Methods: Theory and Practice
  • Instrumental Analysis
  • Laboratory Instrumental Analysis
  • Supporting Children and Young People: Behavioural, Emotional and Social Differences

Year 3 (Level 6)

You will continue your study of chemistry and in addition undertake an extended placement.

Modules

  • Chemical Education and Skills
  • Structure and Synthesis
  • Learning and Teaching with Technology
  • Polymer Chemistry and Formulations
  • Science and Technology in Society
  • Professional Practice (Linked to placement)

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Chemistry with Education

£ 260 + VAT