Course Summary

**Why study this course?** Our undergraduate degree in natural sciences will enable you to maintain a breadth of science subjects reflecting the increasingly multidisciplinary nature of scientific research and enterprise. The course's highly flexible structure will allow you to more easily tailor the degree towards your personal interests whilst providing the core laboratory, IT and performance skills to succeed in your chosen career. **More about this course** This wide-reaching course will equip you with technical and transferable skills and competencies across a range of subjects within the natural sciences. On graduation you will be well-equipped to take on an exciting role in the chemical, biological or pharmaceutical industries, or progress to postgraduate study. A typical week involves a minimum of 12 hours' contact time with lecturers in a variety of forms including lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops or practicals. Practicals and projects are conducted in our £30 million Science Centre, which is one of the largest and most advanced science teaching facilities in Europe with 280 workstations and specialist laboratory equipment. Our Learning Centre has just been renovated and has many areas available for group or independent study with Wi-Fi and computer facilities as well as a café where you can relax with friends over a coffee. We've also invested in additional interactive, digital laboratory resources, which will support you in your preparation for practical classes and written practical reports. There is also the opportunity to become a member of the Life Sciences society, which in turn can provide you with the opportunity to attend several social and professional events. This welcoming society will help you build the skills you'll need for a career within life sciences. You’ll leave this course ready to pursue a career in the high-technology, science-based industries. You could choose to work in sectors such as education or healthcare, with roles such as developer, lab technician and researcher on offer. You’ll also develop the IT, research and analytical skills that are valued by employers in many different industries such as finance and commerce.

Course Details - Modules

The modules listed below are subject to change. Please see the University website for full, up-to-date module details. Year 1 modules include: General Chemistry (core, 15 credits); Foundations of Physics (core, 15 credits); Introduction to Laboratory Skills (core, 15 credits); Fundamental Chemical Concepts (core, 15 credits); Introduction to Organic Chemistry (core, 15 credits); Fundamentals of Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits); Laboratory Techniques with Data Handling (core, 15 credits); Key Principles in Chemistry (core, 15 credits) Year 2 modules include: Quantitative Analysis (core, 15 credits); Organic Unsaturated Molecules (option, 15 credits); Coordination and Solution Chemistry of d and f block Complexes (option, 15 credits); Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits); Kinetics and Surface Chemistry (core, 15 credits); Spectroscopic Methods (core, 15 credits); Organic Ring Systems (option, 15 credits); Solid State and Organometallic Chemistry (option, 5 credits); Human Immunity (option, 15 credits); Microbiology (option, 15 credits); Thermodynamics and Electrochemistry (core, 15 credits) Year 3 modules include: Advanced and Organic Chemistry (option, 15 credits); Natural Products (option, 15 credits); Advanced Physical Chemistry (core, 15 credits); Advanced Inorganic Techniques (option, 15 credits); Research Project (core, 30 credits); Bioinformatics and Molecular Modelling (option, 15 credits); Fundamentals of Biotechnology (option, 15 credits); Work Placement (for Life Sciences) (option, 15 credits); Topics in Inorganic Chemistry (option, 15 credits); Medicinal Chemistry (option, 15 credits); Atomic and Molecular Spectra (option, 15 credits); Ethics for Science (option, 15 credits); Virology (option, 15 credits); Work Placement (for Life Sciences) (option, 15 credits); Advanced Bioanalytical Science (option, 15 credits)

Course Details – Assessment Method

You'll be assessed through mini-tests, practical reports, posters, presentations, essays, short-answer tests and examinations.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: CF13

Institution code: L68

Campus Name: Holloway

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

A minimum of 112 points from A levels including a C in Chemistry, or a minimum of 112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification eg BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Progression Diploma or Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits.


Equivalent Level 3 qualifications eg a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Progression Diploma or Access to Higher Education Diploma of 60 credits are also accepted. Applicants with relevant professional qualifications or extensive professional experience will be considered on a case by case basis. Entry from appropriate foundation or access courses will also be considered.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Applicants who require a Tier 4 student visa may need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements.

View our English language requirements

https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/international/applying/english-language-requirements/undergraduate/

Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 2310.0 Module
Northern Ireland 2310.0 Module
Scotland 2310.0 Module
Wales 2310.0 Module
EU 3894.0 Module
International 3894.0 Module
Channel Islands 3894.0 Module
Republic of Ireland 3894.0 Module

Additional Fee Information

These fees are for the 2022/23 academic year. Fees for new and returning students may change each year by an amount set under the government’s regulation. For further information about our undergraduate fees, please visit: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/applying/funding-your-studies/undergraduate-tuition-fees/ Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be extra costs for things such as equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. There may also be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but that you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.

Provider information

Admissions Office
166-220 Holloway Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
City of London
N7 8DB

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