Aberdeen Global Scholarship is available for Indian students, which offers a £6,000 tuition fee waiver.
The BSc in Chemistry program from University of Aberdeen consists of following modules:
| Year |
Term |
Module Code |
Module Name |
Module Description |
| Year 1 |
Term 1 |
CH1001 |
Principles of Chemistry |
Introduction to basic chemical principles, including atomic structure, bonding, and chemical reactions. |
| CH1002 |
Introduction to Organic Chemistry |
Basics of organic chemistry, focusing on hydrocarbons, functional groups, and simple organic reactions. |
| CH1003 |
Chemical Principles and Applications |
Introduction to the practical aspects of chemistry, including laboratory work and problem-solving. |
| BS1007 |
Skills for Biologists |
Essential laboratory and research skills for science students, including data collection and scientific writing. |
| Term 2 |
CH1011 |
Physical Chemistry I |
Introduction to the principles of thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, and reaction kinetics. |
| CH1012 |
Organic Chemistry I |
Focus on the structure, reactivity, and properties of organic molecules, with an emphasis on functional groups. |
| CH1020 |
Inorganic Chemistry I |
Introduction to inorganic chemistry, focusing on the periodic table, atomic structure, and bonding. |
| BS1008 |
Mathematical Techniques for Chemists |
Mathematical techniques used in chemistry, such as algebra, calculus, and statistical methods. |
| Year 2 |
Term 1 |
CH2005 |
Physical Chemistry II |
Continuation of Physical Chemistry I, focusing on thermodynamics, kinetics, and molecular spectroscopy. |
| CH2007 |
Organic Chemistry II |
Advanced organic chemistry, including reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and functional group transformations. |
| CH2011 |
Inorganic Chemistry II |
In-depth study of coordination chemistry, organometallic compounds, and bonding in transition metal complexes. |
| CH2021 |
Analytical Chemistry |
Techniques for qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemical substances, including chromatography and spectroscopy. |
| Term 2 |
CH2008 |
Spectroscopy and Structural Determination |
Introduction to the principles of spectroscopic techniques (IR, NMR, UV-Vis) for structure determination. |
| CH2012 |
Environmental Chemistry |
Study of chemical processes in the environment, including the chemistry of air, water, and soil. |
| CH2023 |
Physical Chemistry III |
Advanced concepts in physical chemistry, including quantum mechanics and statistical thermodynamics. |
| CH2030 |
Bioinorganic Chemistry |
Study of the role of metal ions in biological systems, including metalloenzymes and metal toxicity. |
| Year 3 |
Term 1 |
CH3011 |
Advanced Organic Chemistry |
In-depth study of complex organic reactions, synthesis methods, and mechanistic pathways. |
| CH3021 |
Advanced Physical Chemistry |
Exploration of advanced physical chemistry topics such as molecular dynamics, spectroscopy, and computational chemistry. |
| CH3033 |
Coordination Chemistry and Bioinorganic Chemistry |
Study of coordination compounds, their bonding, and the biochemical roles of metal ions in organisms. |
| CH3044 |
Research Methods in Chemistry |
Development of research skills, including literature review, experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing. |
| Term 2 |
CH3055 |
Industrial Chemistry and Materials |
Application of chemical principles in industrial settings, including materials science and process engineering. |
| CH3066 |
Organic Synthesis and Applications |
Advanced techniques in organic synthesis, including modern methods for the preparation of complex organic compounds. |
| CH3077 |
Medicinal Chemistry |
Study of the design and development of pharmaceutical agents, including drug-receptor interactions and bioavailability. |
| CH3088 |
Environmental Chemistry and Sustainability |
Focus on the impact of chemistry on environmental sustainability, including renewable energy and green chemistry. |
| Year 4 |
Term 1 |
CH4011 |
Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry |
Study of current research topics in organic chemistry, including synthesis, catalysis, and organocatalysis. |
| CH4022 |
Advanced Analytical Chemistry |
Study of cutting-edge analytical techniques, including mass spectrometry, chromatography, and spectroscopy. |
| CH4033 |
Chemical Education and Communication |
Focus on the teaching and communication of chemistry, including science outreach, public engagement, and pedagogy. |
| CH4044 |
Dissertation/Research Project |
Independent research project in chemistry, where students work on a research topic under the supervision of faculty. |
| Term 2 |
CH4055 |
Polymer Chemistry and Materials Science |
Study of the chemistry of polymers and materials, including their properties, synthesis, and applications. |
| CH4066 |
Sustainable Chemistry |
Focus on the development of environmentally sustainable chemical processes, materials, and renewable energy sources. |
| CH4077 |
Advanced Medicinal Chemistry |
Exploration of advanced topics in medicinal chemistry, including drug discovery, design, and pharmacodynamics. |
| CH4088 |
Chemical Research Presentation |
Preparation and presentation of research findings in chemistry, focusing on scientific communication and data analysis. |
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