Chemistry is divided into a number of topics. These topics are interrelated and by the end of Year 13 it is rewarding for students to finally see the ‘whole picture’. Course outline Atomic structure and bonding. An introduction to organic chemistry – oil, alkanes, alkenes, halogenoalkanes, and alcohols. Periodic table and inorganic chemistry – periodicity, group 2, and group 7. Physical chemistry – enthalpy, equilibria, and reaction rates; thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, and electrochemistry. Inorganic chemistry – the Periodic Table and transition elements. Organic chemistry – carboxylic acids and their derivatives, nitrogen-containing compounds, aromatic chemistry, polymers, and chemical analysis.
Ideally grade 7 or above in Chemistry (as a separate science) or 7-7 (Dual Award/Combined Science) at GCSE – candidates with grade 6 or 6-6 will be considered; ideally grade 6 or above in both Maths and English GCSE
Three written examinations at the end of Year 13. Paper 1 Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Paper 2 Organic and Physical Chemistry Paper 3 A synoptic paper Practical endorsement – students will complete a minimum of 12 practical activities to demonstrate practical competence.
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| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Prospect Place, Barnard Castle, DL12 8HH |
Chemistry is divided into a number of topics. These topics are interrelated and by the end of Year 13 it is rewarding for students to finally see the ‘whole picture’. Course outline Atomic structure and bonding. An introduction to organic chemistry – oil, alkanes, alkenes, halogenoalkanes, and alcohols. Periodic table and inorganic chemistry – periodicity, group 2, and group 7. Physical chemistry – enthalpy, equilibria, and reaction rates; thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, and electrochemistry. Inorganic chemistry – the Periodic Table and transition elements. Organic chemistry – carboxylic acids and their derivatives, nitrogen-containing compounds, aromatic chemistry, polymers, and chemical analysis.
Ideally grade 7 or above in Chemistry (as a separate science) or 7-7 (Dual Award/Combined Science) at GCSE – candidates with grade 6 or 6-6 will be considered; ideally grade 6 or above in both Maths and English GCSE
Three written examinations at the end of Year 13. Paper 1 Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Paper 2 Organic and Physical Chemistry Paper 3 A synoptic paper Practical endorsement – students will complete a minimum of 12 practical activities to demonstrate practical competence.