Course Description

This undergraduate course offers an opportunity to learners to gain a foundation in the core chemistry concepts and the manufacture of chemical products, such as pharmaceuticals, polymers, foods, beverages and petrochemicals. The knowledge, skills and competences attained give individuals an opportunity to succeed in employment in a wide range of manufacturing and processing industries, consulting firms, government, research and educational institutions. The course exposes learners to the development and design of chemical processes at different scales and creates a bridge between science and manufacturing, by applying the principles of chemistry and engineering to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals. The programme also provides opportunities for learners to focus on the development of higher level skills in a scientific and technological context.

Career Prospects

Senior laboratory analyst,
Quality Control/Quality Assurance Analyst,
Laboratory Administrator,
Validation Specialist,
Chemical Plant Administrator,
Research and Development Scientist,
Research Support Officer

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route….
MCAST Advanced Diploma in Applied Science

OR

2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes
Compulsory A-Level: Chemistry

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

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