Pupils who have a logical and critical approach to problem solving, and a genuine interest and enjoyment of chemistry should seriously consider this course. A good understanding of basic mathematical principles is also important. The level of work has been tailored to follow on from the GCSE chemistry specification and will develop candidates' knowledge and understanding to provide a pathway to further studies. The course integrates theory and relevant practical work. The subject content will include four core areas of chemistry: (i) Physical Chemistry, (ii) Inorganic Chemistry, (iii) Organic Chemistry and (iv) Practical Skills in Chemistry. The following key topics will be studied in depth with academic rigour: atomic structure and periodic table, bonding and structure, redox, amount of substance, modern analytical techniques, acids and bases, rates of reaction, chemical equilibrium, enthalpy changes, entropy changes, electrode potential and electrochemical cells, group 1, 2 and group 7 elements, transition metals, studies of organic compounds, polymers and practical skills.
Candidates should have achieved a grade 7 or higher at GCSE in chemistry or similar combined science and mathematics.
The course follows a two-year linear programme, and it will be externally assessed by three written examination papers at the end of the second year. The total examination time is six hours. Pupils are also expected to carry out the 12 core practical experiments which will be internally assessed by teachers using common practical assessment criteria issued by the exam board. The outcome of practical assessment will appear on each pupil's certificates as a separately reported result. The overall qualification grade will be awarded based on the outcome of the written examinations only. The examinations will cover the theoretical content of the entire specification, as well as testing practical techniques and data analysis.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £40,980 - £45,540 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £22,800 - £29,220 |
| Address | Shiplake Court, Shiplake, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 4BW |
Pupils who have a logical and critical approach to problem solving, and a genuine interest and enjoyment of chemistry should seriously consider this course. A good understanding of basic mathematical principles is also important. The level of work has been tailored to follow on from the GCSE chemistry specification and will develop candidates' knowledge and understanding to provide a pathway to further studies. The course integrates theory and relevant practical work. The subject content will include four core areas of chemistry: (i) Physical Chemistry, (ii) Inorganic Chemistry, (iii) Organic Chemistry and (iv) Practical Skills in Chemistry. The following key topics will be studied in depth with academic rigour: atomic structure and periodic table, bonding and structure, redox, amount of substance, modern analytical techniques, acids and bases, rates of reaction, chemical equilibrium, enthalpy changes, entropy changes, electrode potential and electrochemical cells, group 1, 2 and group 7 elements, transition metals, studies of organic compounds, polymers and practical skills.
Candidates should have achieved a grade 7 or higher at GCSE in chemistry or similar combined science and mathematics.
The course follows a two-year linear programme, and it will be externally assessed by three written examination papers at the end of the second year. The total examination time is six hours. Pupils are also expected to carry out the 12 core practical experiments which will be internally assessed by teachers using common practical assessment criteria issued by the exam board. The outcome of practical assessment will appear on each pupil's certificates as a separately reported result. The overall qualification grade will be awarded based on the outcome of the written examinations only. The examinations will cover the theoretical content of the entire specification, as well as testing practical techniques and data analysis.