Chemistry (BSc)

Chemistry is a challenging intellectual pursuit and a dominant force in shaping our civilization Chemistry places a strong emphasis on an understanding of the structures and properties of individual atoms and molecules and on using this understanding to interpret and predict the behaviour of matter Many of the concepts of physics and the methods of mathematics are basic to chemistry Chemistry is of fundamental importance to many other subjects including astrophysics biological sciences environmental science geology materials science and medical sciences These and other aspects of the subject are reflected in the courses offered and the programs recommended by the Department The Department has made extensive changes to its course and program offerings in the last few years These changes included a revision of first-year courses substantial modifications to later-year courses and the introduction of updated specialist programs in Biological Chemistry Materials Chemistry Environmental Chemistry Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Synthetic Catalytic Chemistry The opportunity also exists to undertake a Nanoscience minor in collaboration with the National University of Singapore Students can choose between two first-year options according to their intended area of specialization CHM151Y1 is the course that is strongly recommended for students who will be following one of the specialist programs involving chemistry including Biological Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry or who will be including a substantial amount of chemistry in their degree such as those following a chemistry major program CHM151Y1 features a unique Course Community that significantly supports and enhances the student learning experience The combination of CHM135H1 and CHM136H1 is recommended for students who intend to take programs in the Life or Health Sciences that do not require a large amount of chemistry

Duration: 13

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