Course summary
OVERVIEW Prepare to teach the next generation of scientists with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Chemistrywith Education degree. As well as providing you with extensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills in chemistry, this programme will help you develop professional skills through workbased learning to ensure you’re fully equipped to meet the demands of being a teacher. On successful completion of this programme, you’ll meet the Standard forProvisional Registration as a secondary school teacher of chemistry. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS • You’ll study the fundamentals of chemistry as a core science before progressing to more complex, specialist topics in Honours year. • Laboratory sessions will develop your practical and communication skills. • In Years 3 and 4 you’ll develop your teaching skills through specialist modules in education. • Upon successful completion of this programme, in addition to meeting the Standard for Provisional Registration as a secondary school teacher of chemistry you will also be eligible to apply for Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry (AMRSC). • BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Education students can join UWS’s Couper Chemical Society. Named after the renowned Scottish chemist Archibald Scott Couper, this student-run society organises academic and social activities throughout the year, including guest lectures and science outreach, to help students of all levels on the Chemistry and Forensic Sciences programmes get to know one another. PROGRAMME DETAILS This programme aims to instill you with the skills and attributes that are transferable to other areas of study and professional employment. These include: • Accessing and apply relevant research findings • Communicating effectively with audiences • Engaging in professional dialogue with peers and senior colleagues • Critical analysis • Evaluation and synthesis of ideas • Exercising autonomy and initiative • Working with others CAREERS On successfully completing this programme, you’ll leave UWS with General Teaching Council for Scotland registration and are eligible for a one-year paid induction post in a Scottish Secondary School. You will also have the knowledge and practical skills required for a career in drug research, environmental analysis, forensic science and much more.
Modules
Year 1 In Year 1 you will cover general aspects of chemistry including organic, inorganic and physical chemistry along with two other science subjects. Laboratory sessions develop practical and communication skills. Students study a range of core modules which include the following: Structure of Chemistry, Chemistry and Reactions, Scientific Investigation, and ASPIRE.* *ASPIRE is a set of core modules which aim to enhance the academic, personal and professional development of students at UWS. Year 2 In Year 2 the core chemistry modules are designed to extend your knowledge of the traditional subject areas of inorganic, organic, physical, and analytical chemistry, in addition to introducing aspects of applied chemistry, spectroscopy and theoretical chemistry. Each of the modules contain both practical and coursework components allowing students to develop, practice and demonstrate a wide range of professional skills. The core modules include the following: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Laboratory Techniques, Inorganic Chemistry, Chemical Analysis and Evaluation, and ASPIRE.* *ASPIRE is a set of core modules which aim to enhance the academic, personal and professional development of students at UWS. Year 3 The study of education is introduced in Year 3 with a focus on key educational issues, cross-cutting curricular themes, contexts for learning and professional values.You will study chemistry modules that provide a foundation for the remaining honours year, as well as dealing with applied chemistry issues, the modules you will study include the following: Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and School & Professional Studies (L9). Progression to SCQF Level 9 is available to students who fulfil the university progression requirements and the GTCS requirements for entry to programmes of initial teacher education. Year 4 Knowledge and understanding of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment of chemistry and general science, and the skills and abilities to implement effective teaching and learning, are developed in Year 4 through campus teaching and school experience placements. You will study the following modules: Organic Chemistry, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry 4, Secondary STEM Subject Studies, and Secondary School Experience.
Assessment method
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical workshops and guided laboratory work. There will also be group work, literature reports and research projects in order to ensure our degrees provide a strong set of additional skills, such as presentational and communicative skills. Our Chemistry with Education degrees use a variety of assessment methods. The below list provides a guide to the types of assessment methods you can expect: • Written examinations • Oral presentation • Written reports • Coursework • Academic poster
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- General Teaching Council for Scotland
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Secondary
How to apply
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:
- CE10
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Paisley Campus
- Campus code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 2 Entry: Scottish Advanced Highers: CCD (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Chemistry, plus 1 further science subject, English and Maths at National 5 Grade C or above A Levels: BBC (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Chemistry, plus GCSE English, Maths and 1 further Science at Grade 5 or above International Baccalaureate: 28 points including Chemistry and 1 other science, plus English and Maths at Standard Level SQA HNC/BTEC Level 4 HNC: Chemistry; Applied Science or related subject. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM Year 3 Entry: SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND/Foundation Degree: Chemistry; Applied Chemical Science or related subject, plus Higher English and National 5 Maths Grade C
International applicants
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 90 points
A level - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - BCCC
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDM
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
Scottish HNC - Pass
Scottish HND - Pass
T Level - M
Entry to Year 1 with SWAP (BBB) in Access to Science (must include Chemistry); Access to Life Sciences, and Access to Medicine. Before progressing to Year 3 of this programme, students must meet the following requirements: (i) English at SCQF Level 6 (e.g. Higher) (ii) Mathematics at SCQF Level 5 (e.g. National 5, Standard Grade (Grade 1 or 2), Intermediate 2. (iii) Successful interview with School of Education. (iv) Students who are offered the opportunity to progress to Year 3 of this programme must apply for and obtain membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme NextGen HNC and HND subjects can be considered for entry to Years 1-3, subject to subject, with grade 'Acheived'
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 84 points
A level - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - CCCC
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
Interview required for year 3 entry
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
Trinity ISE | Pass | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS. All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of: // Native speakers of English // Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise) // non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification) The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.
UWS's English language requirements
https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £18000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley Campus
High Street
Paisley
PA1 2BE