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Department of Chemistry Programme Catalogue 2022/3


USCH-AFB01: BSc(Hons) Chemistry


Leading to the award of BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY


Mode of Attendance: Full-time


Normal course duration: 3 Years

[Page last updated: 09 September 2022]


Assessment Regulations
Applicable NFAAR appendices:
Part 1 Stage 1: Main Assessment Appendix 11; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 12
Part 2 Stage 2: Main Assessment Appendix 11; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 12
Part 3 Stage 3: Main Assessment Appendix 27; Supplementary Assessment Appendix 28
Approved exemptions:
Yes - see NFAAR documentation for further details
Coexistent Masters course?:
No
DAPS and exit awards:
USCH-AFL02: Diploma of Higher Education [exit award]
USCH-AFC02: Certificate of Higher Education [exit award]
Transfer to DAP possible from study years as follows: Year 1: No; Year 2: No; Year 3: No; ;
NFAAR version applicable:
NFAAR-UG
Weighting towards final award by stage:
Part 1 Stage 1: 0%
Part 2 Stage 2: 32%
Part 3 Stage 3: 68%

Please consult your programme handbook or contact your Director of Studies for further information on assessment regulations


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Year 1

Academic Year: Part 1 Stage 1

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH10133 Atomic structure, bonding and the Periodic Table 12 Credits
CH10135 Fundamentals of organic chemistry 12 Credits
CH10137 From molecules to materials 12 Credits

Semester 1: Part 1 Stage 1

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH10009 Foundation chemistry laboratory 6 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH10191 Chemistry of the cell 6 Credits
CH10225 The chemistry of everyday things 6 Credits
MN10070 Business economics 6 Credits

Semester 2: Part 1 Stage 1

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH10193 General practical chemistry 6 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH10192 The chemistry of physiology and drug properties 6 Credits
CH10214 Mathematics for chemistry 6 Credits
CH10226 Introduction to environmental and sustainable chemistry 6 Credits
MN10248 Introduction to accounting 6 Credits

Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2022/23 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2023/24 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 2

Academic Year: Part 2 Stage 2

Designated Essential Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH20020 Inorganic chemistry laboratory 2 3 Credits
CH20021 Organic chemistry laboratory 2 3 Credits
CH20023 Computational chemistry laboratory 3 Credits
Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH20147 Inorganic synthesis, structure and reactivity 12 Credits
CH20149 Organic synthesis, reaction mechanisms and spectroscopy 12 Credits
CH20151 Principles of physical chemistry 12 Credits

Semester 1: Part 2 Stage 2

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH20195 Analytical chemistry 6 Credits
Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
  • Students will be assigned to this unit in either Semester 1 or Semester 2
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH20022 Physical chemistry laboratory 2 3 Credits

Semester 2: Part 2 Stage 2

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH20146 Symmetry and group theory 3 Credits
CH20238 Introduction to computational chemistry 3 Credits
Designated Essential Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
  • Students will be assigned to this unit in either Semester 1 or Semester 2
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH20022 Physical chemistry laboratory 2 3 Credits

Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2022/23 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2023/24 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.


Year 3

Students who achieve an OSA of 60% or better, and who have taken an appropriate selection of units, in stage 3 of this programme may be permitted to transfer to the final year of the MChem Chemistry. If you would like to be considered for transfer to the MChem at the end of this year, please contact your Director of Studies for advice BEFORE selecting your optional units.

Academic Year: Part 3 Stage 3

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30189 General chemistry 3 Credits
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
  • Students must select either CH30144, CH30159, CH30241 or both CH30050 and CH30063 during this year of the programme.
  • Students registering for CH30159 will be required to pass an enhanced DBS check.
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30144 Dissertation 18 Credits
CH30159 University ambassadors scheme: science 18 Credits
CH30241 Engaging the public in chemistry research 18 Credits

Semester 1: Part 3 Stage 3

Compulsory Units:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30043 Advanced practical chemistry 6 Credits
CH30127 Topics in inorganic chemistry I 3 Credits
CH30128 Topics in organic chemistry I 3 Credits
CH30129 Topics in physical chemistry I 3 Credits
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
Students must select either CH30144, CH30159, CH30241 or both CH30050 and CH30063 during this year of the programme.
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30050 The chemical literature 6 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30203 Radiochemistry 3 Credits
CH30235 Organic chemistry of biomolecules 3 Credits
Optional Units: Select 1 unit from the following list:
NB. Students registering for ED30005 will be required to pass an enhanced DBS check
Further information on DoS approved options Director of Studies approved option allowed: students may be permitted to take a Director of Studies approved option as an alternative to one of the units from this list
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30204 Analytical chemistry in context 6 Credits
ED30005 Science education in practice 6 Credits
MN20072 Managing human resources 6 Credits
XX30172 State of the planet 6 Credits

Semester 2: Part 3 Stage 3

Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1 units from the following list:
Students must select either CH30144, CH30159, CH30241 or both CH30050 and CH30063 during this year of the programme.
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30063 Chemistry project 12 Credits
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 9 and a maximum of 15 credits from the following list:
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
CH30037 Synthesis of medicinal compounds 3 Credits
CH30039 Computational chemistry 3 Credits
CH30065 Biosynthesis & biotransformations 3 Credits
CH30086 Inorganic chemistry in biological systems 3 Credits
CH30157 Chemistry of functional materials 3 Credits
CH30162 Advanced organometallic chemistry 3 Credits
CH30211 Chemistry beyond the molecule 3 Credits
CH30212 Contemporary main group chemistry 3 Credits
CH30219 Organic and inorganic aspects of homogeneous catalysis 3 Credits
CH30220 Chemical thermodynamics in context 3 Credits
CH30221 Sustainable chemistry in context 3 Credits
CH30224 Physical chemistry of food science 3 Credits
CH30227 Advanced spectroscopic techniques 3 Credits
CH30230 DNA in the modern world 3 Credits
CH30231 Porous materials 3 Credits
CH30236 Organic functional materials and devices 3 Credits
CH30237 X-ray & neutron techniques for chemists 3 Credits
Optional Units: Select a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 6 credits from the following list:
Further information on DoS approved options Director of Studies approved option allowed: students may be permitted to take a Director of Studies approved option as an alternative to one of the units from this list
Unit Code
Title
ECTS Credits
ED30006 Issues in science education 6 Credits
MN20073 Marketing 6 Credits

Notes:

  • Programmes and units may be changed in accordance with normal University procedures.
  • This programme catalogue is applicable for all years of study for the 2022/23 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2023/24 and beyond should not assume that this programme, or its component units, will be delivered in future years in the format displayed here.
  • NFAAR assessment regulations are subject to review and update. Links given here will provide access to the latest versions of NFAAR documentation. The regulations described in this documentation may not necessarily be those which applied in previous academic years. For detailed information on how the NFAAR was applied to this programme in previous academic years, please contact the relevant Director of Studies.
  • Availability of units is subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.
  • Find out more about these and other important University terms and conditions here.