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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