TRANSFERABLE SKILLS - 2022/3
Module code: CHE1045
Module Overview
This module provides the opportunity to enhance transferable skills including skills necessary for employment and further study
Module provider
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Module Leader
CREAN Carol (Chst Chm Eng)
Number of Credits: 15
ECTS Credits: 7.5
Framework: FHEQ Level 4
Module cap (Maximum number of students): N/A
Overall student workload
Workshop Hours: 22
Independent Learning Hours: 108
Guided Learning: 10
Captured Content: 10
Module Availability
Semester 2
Prerequisites / Co-requisites
None
Module content
Indicative content includes: • use of technology for self-study and communication • understanding objectives and reporting of research by becoming familiar with how to effectively search scientific databases • scientific writing and word processing • becoming familiar with the World of Work by preparation of e portfolio, CV and application letter
Assessment pattern
| Assessment type | Unit of assessment | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | SCIENTIFIC WRITING 1 | 10 |
| Coursework | SCIENTIFIC WRITING 2 | 60 |
| Coursework | COURSEWORK CV | 15 |
| Coursework | COURSEWORK COVER LETTER | 15 |
Alternative Assessment
N/A
Assessment Strategy
The assessment strategy is designed to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate that they have successfully met the learning outcomes of the module (see above).
Thus, the summative assessment for this module consists of three pieces of coursework:
• Coursework 1 (10 % of the module): Scientific Reporting (LO 1)
• Coursework 2 (60 % of the module): A Scientific Article using correct formatting (LOs 2, 3)
• Coursework 3 (15 % of the module): CV (LO 4)
• Coursework 4 (15 % of the module): Application letter (LO 5)
Formative assessment
Formative assessment is provided for outcomes of practice during workshops.
Feedback is provided orally in each workshop
Module aims
- enhance study and research skills including effective use of technological aids (relevant databases and word processing)
- enhance employability (careers in chemistry, Interview practice, CV and application letters)
Learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | ||
| 001 | Understand the principles of scientific reporting | CP |
| 002 | Use technology for study and communication | PT |
| 003 | Write a scientific article | KPT |
| 004 | Write a CV | P |
| 005 | Write an application letter | P |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Methods of Teaching / Learning
The learning and teaching strategy is designed to provide practical support and enhance study skills and employability. The material is delivered in workshops and via captured content. The workshops are interactive, giving the opportunity to try out new technology and become familiar with its effective use. The learning and teaching methods include: role play, group discussions, IT work etc.
Indicated Lecture Hours (which may also include seminars, tutorials, workshops and other contact time) are approximate and may include in-class tests where one or more of these are an assessment on the module. In-class tests are scheduled/organised separately to taught content and will be published on to student personal timetables, where they apply to taken modules, as soon as they are finalised by central administration. This will usually be after the initial publication of the teaching timetable for the relevant semester.
Reading list
https://readinglists.surrey.ac.uk
Upon accessing the reading list, please search for the module using the module code: CHE1045
Other information
None.
Programmes this module appears in
| Programme | Semester | Classification | Qualifying conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons) | 2 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Medicinal Chemistry MChem | 2 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Chemistry BSc (Hons) | 2 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Chemistry with Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons) | 2 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Chemistry MChem | 2 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Chemistry with Forensic Investigation MChem | 2 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2022/3 academic year.