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CH5811 Introduction to Metal Catalysis, Organocatalysis and Biocatalysis

Academic year(s): 2019-2020

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

An overview of current challenges and major achievements in current catalysis will be given in this module. The overarching theme is the role that catalysis plays in enabling the chemical industry to deliver a sustainable future. Teaching includes lectures, workshops and case studies.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 11 lectures (x4 weeks), 3 tutorials (x 3 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 53

Guided independent study hours: 144

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Oral Re-Assessment = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor M Buehl
Module teaching staff: all staff
Module coordinator email mb105@st-andrews.ac.uk