Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Foundations of Science for Undergraduate Degrees
The University of Nottingham
This course aimed to consolidate and apply key areas of level 3 biology and chemistry with an integration of numeracy skills using a case-based learning approach. Learners were also supported in developing effective study skills to aid transition to higher education.
5 weeks, 4 hours per week
Vicki Onions
Teaching Associate
The University of Nottingham
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts within level 3 biology and chemistry such as biological molecules, cell division, immunology, genetics, cardiovascular system, structure and bonding, acids and bases and organic chemistry.
- Apply and develop these key concepts within case-based scenarios.
- Develop effective and individualised study skills to aid transition to higher education.
- Reflect on current knowledge base and study skills to carry out a self-audit allowing the efficient selection of key case studies to complete.
- Apply numeracy skills in a case setting.
- Explore a range of science-based careers.
- Identify appealing university degrees.
Syllabus
The five weeks will comprise:
- Core science concepts relating to animal and human scientific University courses, using a problem based learning approach
- Study and assessment skills
- Science-based career pathways
Issued on 11th February 2024
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