Core Concepts in Chemical Sustainability (CHEM0087)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department: Chemistry
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module will comprise of important concepts in the area of chemical sustainability split into 3 key themes (topics), highlighting key contemporary concepts. A topic will be taught through flipped (recorded) lectures, on-line activities, reading, and problem classes (workshops). Three topics will be available in each of the following areas many of which will be interdisciplinary in
nature:

Indicative Topics:
CS1 - Green chemistry- principles and applications, examples from photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, solid phase catalysis.
CS2 鈥� Biocatalysis/synthetic biology approaches in sustainable synthesis.
CS3 鈥� The use of biomass and sustainable industrial processes.

This module will provide you with the generic theoretical concepts in setting the aims and planning for your extended advanced research project. Directed reading of recommended texts and scientific literature - peer reviewed publications will be provided.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Intended teaching location: 果冻影院 East
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 11
Module leader: Dr Daniele Castagnolo
Who to contact for more information: masters.chem@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Useful links

Sustainability

For a list of modules related to climate change as well as social and environmental sustainability at 果冻影院, type 'climate' or 'sustainability' into the search. Visit Sustainable 果冻影院 for information on extra-curricular activity on sustainability.

Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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