BTEC Higher National Certificate Applied Chemistry

Entry Requirements

You require two A Levels (or equivalent) to study this course, one of which must be chemistry. BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Applied Science, BTEC National Certificate/National Diploma in Applied Science or Access to Higher Education (Science-based) are appropriate equivalents. Level 2 English/Literacy and Level 2 Maths/Numeracy are essential.

If English is not your first language, you may need an English Language assessment before enrolling on this course. 

Curriculum

• Inorganic chemistry
• Organic chemistry
• Physical chemistry
• Chemical laboratory techniques
• Analysis of scientific data and information
• Inorganic Chemistry of Crystal Structures and Transition Metal Complexes
• Organic Chemistry of Aromatic and Carbonyl Compounds
• Physical Chemistry of Spectroscopy, Surfaces and Chemical and Phase Equilibria
• Industrial Chemistry
• Environmental Chemical Analysis
• Polymer Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Monitoring and Analysis
• Environmental Management and Conservation
• Work-based Investigation
• Nanotechnology
• Laboratory Management
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control
• Work-based Experience
• Personal and Professional Development
• Employability Skills