Advanced Synthetic Methods (855C1)
Advanced Synthetic Methods
Module 855C1
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module explores the latest advances in Organic Synthesis. It is based on recent findings in the subject, combining lectures with workshops, research talks, directed and independent reading and a critical work. Lectures will deal with strategy in advanced organic synthesis and the use of new organometallic reagents and catalysts for the formation of carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds, with a focus on the mechanisms involved in key chemical transformations and the limits of current capability. Workshops will provide a discussion forum for problem-solving activities and analysis using targets of biological and industrial interest.
Module learning outcomes
Show an in-depth knowledge and critical awareness of current topics in organic synthesis
Critically investigate an advanced topic in the field of organic synthesis and present this material to a professional audience
Be able to formulate their own reasoned opinions, evaluate methodologies and propose new hypotheses in advanced organic synthesis
Understand the underlying mechanisms and apply this understanding to solve problems with originality in advanced organic
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Average of best 1 coursework marks. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 6 | |
| Essay | T1 Week 11 | |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 00100000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Mark Bagley
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