
Literature and additional materials list
Applied Science - Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
Academic year 2025/2026
Required Literature
Please note: the two books listed below by Campbell and Robinson/McMurry are used in multiple thematic modules in Year 1 and Year 2. For each book, you choose one of the four purchase options listed below. You can decide which format best suits your preference of study style.
- Hard copy
- Pearson eTextbook (digital version of the book, accessible both online and offline, immediate access, available for a duration of 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years)
- Pearson eTextbook + Mastering* (includes interactive apps and study tools)
- Combination: hard copy + Pearson eTextbook + Mastering*
* For the thematic module "Clean Energy and Green Chemistry" (taken in Year
1 or Year 2), the "Mastering" component of the Chemistry book is required. It cannot be purchased separately at a later stage
Books
1. Campbell, N. Biology: A Global Approach, Global Edition (12th edition).
- Hard copy: ISBN 9781292341637
Pearson eTextbook (Discount code: ILOVEDIGITAL provides 15% off, valid from August 1st)
- 6 months: ISBN 9781292477947
- 1 year: ISBN 9781292470085
- 5 years: ISBN 9781292478562
- Pearson eTextbook + Mastering: ISBN 9781292747989 (Discount code: ILOVEDIGITAL provides 15% off, valid from August 1st)
- Combination (hard copy + eTextbook + Mastering): ISBN 9781292463810
2. Robinson, J. & McMurry, J., Chemistry, Global Edition (8th edition).
- Hard copy: ISBN 9781292336145
Pearson eTextbook (Discount code: ILOVEDIGITAL provides 15% off, valid from August 1st)
- 6 months: ISBN 9781292740577
- 1 year: ISBN 9781292424200
- 5 years: ISBN 9781292472973
- Pearson eTextbook + Mastering: ISBN 9781292336312 (Discount code: ILOVEDIGITAL provides 15% off, valid from August 1st)
- Combination (hard copy + eTextbook + Mastering): ISBN 9781292376721
3. Grit, R. & Julsing, M., How to do Research, (1st edition): ISBN: 9789001861230
4. ALEKS license: Purchase instructions will be provided at the start of the module
After Semester 1, you will move on to a new thematic module. Additional books required for that module will be communicated at that time.
Other required materials
Complete lab kit: €50.00
The lab kit (excluding storage container) can be purchased at school via PIN transaction.
The following individual components may also be purchased separately:
- Weighing boat Glazed porcelain €9.76 Required
- Spatula Stainless steel; corrosion-resistant €3.99 Required
- Pipette bulb Universal rubber pipette bulb €14.88 Required
- Tweezers Stainless steel, pointed tips €5.20 Required
- Scissors Stainless steel; chemically resistant €11.25 Required
- Magnetic stirring bar: PTFE-coated, smooth surface, high chemical resistance, temp. range -200°C to +280°C €6.54 Required
You will also need a plastic container with a smooth, easy-to-clean surface to store the lab kit (dust-free for hygienic reasons).
Laboratory coat: ± € 20.00
- White, long model (knee-length) with long sleeves
- Fabric: 65% polyester / 35% cotton
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified; fabric weight: 215 g/m²
Additional items
- Permanent marker (Staedtler OHP Lumocolor F318, black, fine) ± €2.00
- Safety goggle: ± €7.50 (Mandatory for non-prescription wearers)
Approved calculators for exams
Only the following calculators may be used during assessments:
- Casio fx 82ES (not the PLUS version)
- Casio fx 85ES (not the PLUS version)
- Casio fx 82MS (not the "-2" version)
- Casio fx 82NL
- Texas Instruments TI-30XB