Select Committee on Education and Skills Written Evidence


Memorandum submitted by the Royal Society of Chemistry

  The Royal Society of Chemistry is the largest organisation in Europe for advancing the chemical sciences. Supported by a network of over 43,000 members worldwide and an internationally acclaimed publishing business, our activities span education and training, conferences and science policy, and the promotion of the chemical sciences to the public.

  The issues raised in the inquiry would be of concern should the development of a Science Diploma be agreed. We would be particularly concerned that those currently charged with developing Diplomas may not have sufficient experience of curriculum development and we strongly recommend that the developers be required to consult with recognised curriculum developers in the field as part of their remit.

  In March 2006 we wrote to the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Schools outlining our views on a Diploma for Science. Attached is a copy of the letter.[2]

January 2007







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