University of Nottingham - Foundations of Science for Undergraduate Degrees
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Foundations of Science for Undergraduate Degrees
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Duration | 5 weeks |
Total fee | ₹2,093 |
Mode of learning | Online |
Credential | Certificate |
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Foundations of Science for Undergraduate Degrees
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- Duration 5 weeks
- Weekly study 4 hours
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More about this course
- This three-week course from the University of Nottingham will provide a primer in science before joining an undergraduate science degree and will help to ease the transition to University.
- The transition to university can be daunting in normal times, but recent disruption to education has meant that many students may have missed out on key topics before starting their undergraduate degrees.
- On this course, you'll be able to refresh your knowledge of biology and chemistry and fill in any blanks before starting university. This will be especially useful if you're planning to join any animal, human, or pharmacy-related degrees.
- There are many skills that can give you an advantage when moving into higher education. You'll learn crucial techniques to help with motivation, your working memory, and even creating an optimal study environment.
- The skills that you'll gain on this course mean that, when they start your undergraduate science degree, you'll already be in a better position to cope with the academic demands of a University-level science course.
- This course is being led by the University of Nottingham Vet School which has the experience of developing a very successful Virtual Work Experience for the University.
- Being known for putting students first, and with very high student satisfaction scores, the School is greatly equipped to help you adapt to the educational needs of higher education.
Foundations of Science for Undergraduate Degrees at FutureLearn Curriculum
Foundations of Science for Undergraduate Degrees
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Introductions, study skills and your first case!
Introductions
Studying at university
Structure and metabolism of biological molecules
Summary
Chemical structure and bonding & Cardiovascular systems
Structure and bonding
Cardiovascular systems
Summary
Mitosis and uncontrolled cell division & Communication systems
Cell cycle, mitosis and uncontrolled cell division
Communication systems: Neurones and hormones
Summary
Immune systems & Acids, bases, pH and buffers
Immune systems and antibiotics
Acids, bases, pH and buffers
Summary
Genetics & Organic chemistry
Genetics
Organic chemistry
Summary
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