Course at a glance
The Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma will provide students with the opportunity to experience chemistry at a basic level and is designed to enable students to learn about the unifying patterns and themes of chemistry. Alongside this, students will acquire knowledge and understanding of chemical facts, concepts and principles.
Through study of the course students will evaluate, in terms of chemical knowledge and understanding, the benefits and drawbacks of real-life applications of science, including their everyday, industrial and environmental aspects.
The course is designed to be accessible for those with limited scientific backgrounds, and as such is an excellent starting point for students wishing to learn more about chemistry.
The course is a year in length and divided into 2 units of study. At the end of each unit there is an associated TMA (Tutor Marked Assessment) which students are required to complete and submit. The course is formally assessed by an average grade being attained from the 2 submitted Assessments.
This course is usually priced at £315 but is now discounted by 15% to £267.75
Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma Entry Requirements
Basic English reading and writing skills, as full tutor support is given.
All students must be 16 years of age or above.
Study Hours
Approximately 160 hours.
Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma Course Duration
1 Year.
Enrolment
You can enrol on the course at any time.
Awarding Body
Assessment Method
Two tutor marked assignments; one assignment after each unit.
Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma Course Content
Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma Unit 1: The Principles, the Elements, and Organic Chemistry
Module 1: Principles of Chemistry
- Atoms
- Atomic structure
- Relative formula masses
- Chemical formulae and chemical equations
- Ionic compounds
- Covalent Substances
- Metallic crystals
- Electrolysis
Module 2: Chemistry of the Elements
- The Periodic Table
- Group 1 elements – lithium, sodium and potassium
- Group 7 elements – chlorine, bromine and iodine
- Oxygen and oxides
- Hydrogen and water
- Reactivity series
- Tests for ions and gases
Module 3: Organic Chemistry
- Introduction to organic chemistry
- Alkanes
- Alkenes
- Ethanol
Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma Unit 2: Physical Chemistry and Industry
Module 4: Physical Chemistry
- Acids, alkalis and salts
- Energetics
- Rates of reaction
- Equilibria
Module 5: Chemistry in Industry
- Extraction and uses of metals
- Crude oil
- Synthetic polymers
- The industrial manufacture of chemicals
You will also consider the practical aspects of study in these topic areas.
Progression
This Accredited Level 2 Chemistry Diploma can be used in preparation for progressing to higher level study in relevant chemistry subjects (for example Accredited Level 3 Diplomas) or as a vehicle for career development or to fulfil entry requirements to education courses.