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Chemistry Summer School
Explore Chemistry in an Immersive Summer School
- Embark on a journey into the world of molecules and reactions with Immerse Education's Chemistry Summer Programme. Skillfully tailored to provide you with an in-depth understanding of chemical structures, reactions, and the practical applications of chemistry across diverse fields.
- Led by experienced chemists and respected academics, the programme stimulates engaging laboratory experiments, interactive discussions, and analytical debates that foster critical thinking and chemical expertise. Collaborative research projects, hands-on experiments, and personalized guidance empower you to maximize your learning potential and excel in the captivating realm of chemistry.
Where do we Offer Chemistry?
Find a programme in one of our prestigious locations or online.
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What to Expect in a Chemistry Programme
Chemistry is the key to unlocking nature’s enigmas, from molecular reactions to revolutionary material innovations. It fuels scientific exploration and technological advancement, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries that shape our modern world. Our Chemistry Summer Programmes provide participants with an immersive study of chemical reactions, molecular structures, and laboratory techniques, reflecting the comprehensive exploration in undergraduate Chemistry degrees.
Furthermore, our Chemistry summer schools provide not only captivating content but also a focus on skill enhancement. If your passion lies in the realm of chemical sciences and molecular exploration, selecting an Immerse programme in this field is a wise choice for nurturing your chemistry expertise and laboratory skills.
Learn analytical and problem-solving skills
Gain real-world and practical experience
Develop academic and critical skills
Knowledge in theory application
Meet Some Of Our Qualified Tutors
An example of the Oxbridge tutors who have previously worked on our programmes.
Kimberly B
Kimberly is a PhD researcher in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge, having previously been a lecturer at the University of Calgary.
What Do Our Alumni Say About Immerse?
Hear from some previous participants who took part in an Immerse programme
Anna K
Current undergraduate of the Imperial College London
Natalie F
Academic Insights Sydney
Why Immerse?
Immerse Education offers a lot more than your average summer school provider. Our programmes ignite a lifelong educational journey, nurturing growth with ongoing educational support, while equipping you with essential skill sets for every step of your education pathways.
We cater to all types of learners, offering academic and career programmes with flexible learning options, and offer our award-winning programmes in locations across the globe.
We have the highest educational standards and seek to realise the highest possible outcomes for our participants.
Enrolling in an Immerse Education programme will award you:
- Superior and future-forward curriculum
- Exceptional tutors with deep academic and industry experience
- Dedication to personalised learning and real outcomes
- Career opportunities through our alumni network events
- Access to exclusive Immerse programme discounts
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FAQs
Why is chemistry important to study?
Immerse™ Chemistry programmes offer participants an in-depth study of chemical reactions, molecular structures, and laboratory techniques. It covers a wide range of topics, from organic chemistry to physical chemistry and chemical analysis.
Chemistry is the foundation of understanding matter and its transformations. From developing new materials to understanding environmental impacts, chemistry drives innovations in various fields. By studying chemistry, you contribute to advancements in medicine, energy, and sustainable technologies.
What career prospects are available for chemistry graduates?
Being a chemist or materials scientist is a common occupation for chemistry graduates. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a 6% employment growth from 2020 to 2030, opening up 9,100 vacant positions.
The Science Industry Partnership projects that the science industries’ demand for technical staff will be between 4,000-6,000 yearly for the next decade in the UK.
The 2021/22 survey of the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Service declares that the Top 5 professions for Chemistry graduates include Chemical Scientists, Laboratory Technicians, Secondary Teachers, Certified Accountants, and Software Development Professionals.
Also, did you know that chemistry is a solid foundation if you want to take advanced studies in other scientific fields, including medicine?
What courses does Immerse offer for chemistry?
Immerse Education offers both online and residential courses for Chemistry. The residential course is offered at UK, Cambridge University.
What skills, experience, or prior learning do I need for the chemistry course?
You don’t need prior skills, experience, or learning to attend the residential course for Chemistry. But having an active curiosity about the subject is valuable. You will also be set work by your expert tutor before your summer course starts. This means that everyone in your small class arrives with the same knowledge.
What topics will I study that are related to the chemistry course?
Atomic Structure and Periodicity
What’s the foundation of Chemistry? The atom. So for this lesson, you’ll take a close look at early models of atomic structure. Thompson, Rutherford, and Bohr models are essential models to study.
After getting to know the atom, you’ll proceed to chemical calculations. Do you know what this means? You’ll learn about the mole concept! To complete the session, you’ll analyse the modern periodic table. And discover fascinating patterns from its ordering.
Thermodynamics
Thermodynamics studies the relationship between heat and other forms of energy. This module will teach you the 1st and 2nd Laws of Thermodynamics and Hess’s Law of Chemical Thermodynamics. And how heat forms compounds.
Understanding these concepts is essential to prepare you for Chemical Reactions. Where you’ll encounter concepts of enthalpies and entropies, as well as spontaneous and nonspontaneous reactions.
Compounds, Hybridisation, and VSEPR Theory
How do you predict the covalent bonding pattern of atoms? By using Gilbert Newton Lewis’ organising principle called “Lewis Structures.” When you follow this principle, you can visualise how atoms look in a bond.
When you learn Lewis Structures, it’s easier to understand more advanced bonding theories. Molecular orbital theory (based on quantum mechanics) and hybridisation (when atomic orbitals combine) give a more detailed mechanism of atoms forming compounds.
You’ll also use Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) theory to see the angular inclinations of molecular structures.
Personal Project
In this class, the instructors will provide you with a brief so you can work on your personal project. You’ll build on an aspect of the theory you learned in the previous sessions. How? By doing research and preparing a presentation.
Here you can showcase your academic research and communication skills. You will then answer questions from the audience afterwards. And a class-wide discussion will take place where everyone can share their points of interest.
What kind of participants are best suited for the course?
The residential Chemistry course Immerse Education offers is best for motivated participants ages 16-18. If you’re planning to take Chemistry-related courses at the university, this course will elevate your knowledge before university. Do you want to learn from expert tutors and stay with like-minded participants in the University of Cambridge colleges? If yes, this course is for you.
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