For this presentation two undergraduate students from Newcastle University will present and discuss the differences between achieving a first degree in chemistry in the USA and the UK. Included in the presentation will be a comparison in the application process, and prerequisites needed, to study chemistry in the two countries, a comparison of the compulsory modules, and the assessment methods. Similarities and differences between the two programmes will be described and the results of these distinctions highlighted. The early specialization in the UK compared to specialising later in the USA will also be discussed. Additionally, the flexibility offered in the USA, e.g. ability to readily change majors a concept almost unknown in the UK, will be evaluated.

Comparison between achieving a Chemistry B.S in the USA and the B.Sc. the UK

251st National Meeting (2016)

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