Chemistry

Course summary

All of the topics covered in Year 12 require higher levels of abstract thinking from students which will build upon and extend the knowledge learnt at GCSE. For example students have previously learnt about rates of reaction at GCSE, Year 12 then extend that knowledge further by introducing different types of catalyst and how they work. In Year 12 Chemistry we place a particular focus on: • Independent learning – Students are expected to read up on a subject ahead of time to ensure the student is thinking more critically in the lesson and by coming prepared with questions. • Mathematical skills in Chemistry – applying different concepts and ideas to solve multi-step problems, using data to support their scientific conclusions. • Practical Skills – Understanding the scientific method, processing and presenting data, forming conclusions