Diplom für höhere Bildung in Chemie

Knowledge and understanding

On completion of this qualification, you’ll have knowledge and understanding of:

• The fundamental concepts, principles, theories, methods and language used in the main branches of chemistry, as well as a basic understanding of its role as the central science across a wider range of scientific disciplines
• The contribution of chemistry to informed debate and the ability to recognise different lines of evidence and appreciate the limits of current scientific knowledge.

Cognitive skills

On completion of this qualification, you’ll be able to:

• Select and apply conceptual knowledge and understanding of chemistry to devise strategies, develop and present reasoned arguments, and solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar contexts
• Identify, interpret and analyse chemical information and data from a range of different sources.

Practical and professional skills

On completion of this qualification, you’ll be able to:

• Conduct practical investigations in a responsible, safe and ethical manner taking proper account of risk assessment and health and safety regulations
• Obtain, record, collate and analyse data derived from practical investigations and interpret and report their significance in the light of underlying theory, practical issues and relevant information from other sources
• Take personal responsibility to identify goals and organise your tasks effectively, recognising the necessity for continuing development personally, professionally and in your studies.

Key skills

On completion of this qualification, you’ll be able to:

• Use a range of digital practices and tools to retrieve, use, create, analyse, share and present data, information and knowledge
• Select and apply appropriate quantitative methods and tools, appreciating the limits of accuracy and precision in chemical and analytical measurements
• Communicate chemical information, data and ideas accurately and effectively in a style that suits the purpose and audience
• Work effectively with others to explore aspects of chemistry and enhance your learning and performance.

This diploma has two stages, each comprising 120 credits.

• In Phase 1 studieren Sie zwei Module mit jeweils 60 Kreditpunkten.
• In Phase 2 studieren Sie ein 60-Kreditpunkte-Modul und zwei 30-Kreditpunkte-Module und besuchen eine obligatorische 2,5-tägige Laborschule.

Stage 1 (120 credits)

You'll study both of the following:

• Questions in science (S111)
• Science: concepts and practice (S112)

Stage 2 (120 credits)

You'll study all three of the following:

• Concepts in chemistry (S218)
• Investigative approaches in biology and chemistry (S285)
• Chemistry in life: food, water and medicines (S248)

Assessment

Our assessments are all designed to reinforce your learning and help you show your understanding of the topics. The mix of assessment methods will vary between modules.

Computer-Marked Assignments

• Usually, a series of online, multiple-choice questions.

Tutor-Marked Assignments

• You’ll have a number of these throughout each module, each with a submission deadline.
• They can be made up of essays, questions, experiments or something else to test your understanding of what you have learned.
• Your tutor will mark and return them to you with detailed feedback.

End-of-Module Assessments

• The final, marked piece of work on most modules.
• Modules with an end-of-module assessment won’t usually have an exam.

Exams

• Some modules end with an exam. You’ll be given time to revise and prepare.
• You’ll be given your exam date at least 5 months in advance.
• Most exams take place remotely, and you will complete them at home or an alternative location.
• If a module requires you to take a face-to-face exam, this will be made clear in the module description, and you will be required to take your exam in person at one of our exam centres.