2024/25 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BSc Chemistry (For students entering from September 2024 onwards)

Programme overview

Programme code
BSCHEM-R
UCAS code
F100
Duration
3 Years
Method of Attendance
Full Time
Programme manager
Dr Richard Ansell
Contact address
R.J.Ansell@leeds.ac.uk
Total credits
360
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme
School of Chemistry
Examination board through which the programme will be considered
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups
Chemistry (https://www.qaa.ac.uk/the-quality-code/subject-benchmark-statements/chemistry# )
Professional Body Offering Accreditation
Royal Society of Chemistry for partially meeting the academic criteria for Chartered Chemist (CChem)

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements are available on the Course Search entry

Programme specification

The information on this page is accurate for students entering the programme from September 2024. For students who entered the programme before September 2024, you can find the details of your programme: BSc Chemistry

Chemistry is a central science, at the core of everything we can see, smell, taste and touch around us. From energy to the environment, groundbreaking medicine to cleaning products, chemistry is integral to all aspects of our life, which puts chemical scientists at the forefront of delivering invaluable solutions to global challenges such as climate change, sustainability and health.
In your first two years you will study the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin chemistry, whilst developing laboratory skills and a wide range of graduate and transferable skills like teamwork and data analysis. You’ll also be exposed to the latest research from our globally-recognized research groups.
In your third year (fourth year for programmes with placements) you will have access to a range of options including ethics and business within the degree programme, and you’ll undertake a research project, which allows you to follow your interests and investigate a topic at the cutting edge of chemistry, as well as further develop transferable skills such as working independently, communication and time management.

Year 1

(For students entering from September 2024 onwards)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules

CodeTitleCreditsSemesterPass for Progression
CHEM1102Chemistry in Action: Atoms, Molecules, Matter10Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
CHEM1204Fundamental Organic Chemistry for Biology & Synthesis10Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
CHEM1205Chemistry of the Material World10Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
CHEM1302Introduction to Modern Chemistry20Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
CHEM1303Chemistry and Chemists for a Sustainable Future20Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
CHEM1402Introduction to Practical Chemistry and Research Skills40Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)PFP

Optional Modules

Candidates will be required to study a further 10 credits from the following:
Option A:
For students without A level maths or equivalent, or with a grade less than B in A level maths or equivalent, you must take the following module

CodeTitleCreditsSemesterPass for Progression
NATS1180Mathematics for Scientists10Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Discovery Modules

Or option B:
Candidates will be required to study 10 credits of discovery modules.

Year 2

(For students entering from September 2024 onwards)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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We are currently refreshing our courses to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full module details for years 2 and 3 are not yet available. Before you enter years 2 and 3 details of modules for those years will be provided.

Year 3

(For students entering from September 2024 onwards)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
View Timetable

We are currently refreshing our courses to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full module details for year 3 are not yet available. Before you enter year 3 full details of modules for that year will be provided.

Optional Modules

Candidates will be required to study 10-20 credits from the following optional modules:

Chemistry in the Real World - 10 credits

CodeTitleCreditsSemesterPass for Progression
CHEM3212Big Data, Big Science10Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
CHEM3621Ethical Issues in Chemistry10Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Discovery Modules

Candidates will be required to study 0-10 credits of discovery modules

Last updated: 07/05/2024 13:07:59

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