The goal of the course ‘Chemistry in Context’ is to introduce learners to the world of chemistry, how our lives are governed by chemicals all around us. It underlines the relationship between chemistry and our world, how chemistry affects every aspect of our lives-from sports to fashion, art and beauty. It makes us aware of chemicals that we encounter everyday, helps us to distinguish between good chemicals and bad chemicals and shows us how chemistry will help in solving problems of the future such as availability of safe drinking water and sustainable energy. The course highlights the contribution of chemistry in increasing human life span and improving the quality of life, through discovery of newer chemicals and better materials.