Chemistry
Dormers Wells High School - Ealing
02085666446
Dormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ
Course summary

Chemistry involves the study of materials, their properties and how they are made, a discipline that affects all of our lives in numerous ways. Chemistry is concerned with the physical and chemical properties of molecules and their composition, structure and synthesis in the context of contemporary life. Chemistry is a challenging and increasingly popular subject. Students are required to be dedicated and well organised. Wide reading around the subject area will give a solid base to build upon. A feature of the specification is the value of understanding the principles of chemistry and being able to apply these in unfamiliar settings.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or GCSE Additional Science and a grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths. Three further 9-4 GCSE passes are also required.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Advanced inorganic and physical chemistry 30% Paper 2: Advanced organic and physical chemistry 30% Paper 3: General and practical principles in chemistry 40% This will draw on understanding from all topics, half of which will have a strong practical focus.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityEaling
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ