Pathway for Natural Sciences 37,5 Credits
Course Contents
The Pathway for Natural Sciences course is a preparatory course for students who do not meet the level of required Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry for University studies in Sweden.A horizontal aim is to develop and strengthen student skills within higher education through group work, social engagement, peer learning, reflective learning and autonomous learning whilst developing intercultural communication skills, metacognitive skills, information literacy and critical thinking.
The purpose of the course is to provide post-secondary supplementary Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry education in which the content
corresponds to the content of Swedish upper secondary school courses Mathematics 3b and 3c, Physics 1
and Physics 2 and Chemistry 1 as a pathway to a programme at Jönköping University.
The purpose is also to prepare students for Higher Education in Sweden by giving support in adjusting to the demands, challenges and expectations of Swedish Higher Education.
The course consists of six sub-courses; Pathway Mathematics 1, Pathway Mathematics 2, Pathway Chemistry, Pathway Physics 1, Pathway Physics 2 and Pathway Academic English. Knowledge will be gained through lectures, assignments, laboratory exercises and mentoring sessions. Weekly tasks will be set and marked to track progress.
Sub Courses
Prerequisites
High School Diploma and English language skills corresponding to:IELTS 6.5 or the equivalent
Mathematics 2a, 2b, 2c or the equivalent
Level of Education: Undergraduate GXX
Course code/Ladok code: PNSX00
The course is conducted at: Jönköping University Enterprise
