BScHons in Chemistry (Code 02240123)
a. Admission requirements
An appropriate BSc degree with at least 60% for Chemistry at 300-level.
b. Duration of programme
The programme normally extends over one year for full-time students. The curriculum comprises an advanced study of the four major fields of chemistry.
c. Closing date for applications
Applications for 2019 have closed. Prospective 2020 students must apply for admission online before 31 August and will be notified of the outcome by 15 December. Details of the curriculum and the contents of the different modules can be viewed on the University web page under Yearbooks. You can also download the BSc Hons (Chemistry) prospectus attached at the bottom of the page.
d. Pass requirements:
A final mark of 50% for each module. To continue to a second semester, a minimum of 40% is required in each module in the first semester. The registration of students who do not meet this requirement will be terminated at the end of the first semester.
e. Programme composition
Code |
Module |
Credits |
CMY 706 |
Analytical chemistry A 706 |
10 |
CMY 707 |
Analytical chemistry B 707 |
10 |
CMY 708 |
Organic chemistry A 708 |
10 |
CMY 708 |
Organic chemistry B 709 |
10 |
CMY 714 |
Inorganic chemistry A 714 |
10 |
CMY 715 |
Inorganic chemistry B 715 |
10 |
CMY 716 |
Physical chemistry A 716 |
10 |
CMY 717 |
Physical chemistry A 717 |
10 |
CMY 718 |
Organic / Inorganic Project 718 |
20 |
CMY 719 |
Analytical / Physical Project 719 |
20 |
CMY 730 |
Advanced practical techniques 730 |
15 |
Total credits required: |
135 |
For more information on each module go to the Yearbook on the University website and click on the module name listed on the curriculum page.
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