Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry with Work Placement MSci
Frontiers Of Chemistry 3M CHEM5016
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: School of Chemistry
- Credits: 20
- Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
- Typically Offered: Runs Throughout Semesters 1 and 2
- Available to Visiting Students: No
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
Training in research methods, literature searching, intellectual property, ethics, presentation skills, group work, essay writing and preparation for placement applications and interviews.
Timetable
25 hours of lectures normally on Friday afternoons
Assessment
Essay (70%), Portfolio (30%).
Course Aims
To provide a broadly-based education and training in all branches of Chemistry appropriate for those who will become professional chemists working probably in a research environment, together with specialisations in areas of the subject where significant advances and developments are currently being made, with enhancement of professional skills
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of the coursestudents will be able to;
■ Recall some of the "hot" research areas in modern chemistry
■ Organise material from various sources before commencing the writing of essays or
reports.
■ Prepare suitable audio-visual material and give a short group presentation and express this material in a clear, grammatical and concise way for the appropriate audience.
■ Identify and discuss examples of malpractice that may present ethical dilemmas to professional scientists.
■ Recognise who owns research results and how they can be legally protected and commercially exploited.