Sustainable Synthesis and Catalysis (F1652)
Sustainable Synthesis and Catalysis
Module F1652
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
Synthesis and catalysis are changing to make each more sustainable for the modern world, reducing waste in terms of by-products and energy consumption. In this module you will discover how the toxicity of chemicals in the environment can be minimised by the use of catalysts, green chemical principles, and modern methods. It will also highlight new cutting edge processes such as biocatalysis, organocatalysis, alternative feedstocks, sustainable catalyst design, alternative solvents, and better recycling. On completion of this module, you will have acquired a toolbox of better, greener, and cleaner methods for industries to carry out synthesis whilst minimising harm to the environment.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of green and catalytic methods to perform a wide variety of reactions.
Apply a practical understanding of the impact of synthetic methods on the environment to solve problems with originality.
Demonstrate critical awareness of catalysed pathways in the design of green routes to molecules of current interest.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 6 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 01111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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