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Mode of study

All of this module's study materials are online. Online materials are composed of pages of text with images; audio and video clips (with transcripts); diagrams; and interactive media. Online materials also include links to external resources and online forums.

Tuition strategy

This module does not provide tutorials, but specialist study advisors can be contacted through the online forums.

Mathematical and scientific expressions and notations

Mathematical and scientific symbols and expressions are used within the module and you may be required to use such notation within assessment.

Diagrams and other visual content

The study materials contain a considerable number of diagrams and representations of chemical structures. Reading and interpreting these is an important part of the study of this module and is assessed. Figure descriptions are provided for most figures.

Finding information

You may be required to search for, and make use of, third party material online and this is assessed. Alternatives for required/assessed research material can be provided to enable you to meet the learning outcomes of the module.

Assessment

This module has an end-of-module assessment submitted online.

Feedback

You will receive generic feedback on your end of module assessment. This will help you to assess your own strengths at the end of the module and identify areas to work on in future study.

Schedule

All Open University modules are structured according to a set timetable and you will need time management skills to keep your studies on track. You will be supported in developing these skills.