WHY STUDY CHEMISTRY? Students will gain knowledge and an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts in order to explain aspects of contemporary chemistry. They will discover how chemistry works in both academia and industry, and will begin to understand the physical world around them at the molecular level. There is a strong emphasis on practical work, including analysis and evaluation, and a wide range of experiments are conducted throughout the course. CONTENT OF THE COURSE: The topics build upon GCSE knowledge covering atomic structure, quantitative chemistry, bonding, the periodic table, basic organic chemistry, redox chemistry, energetics, kinetics, equilibria and analytical techniques. Some content from the ‘A2’ part of the course is also covered in SFC1, including spectroscopy and Gibbs free energy. SFC2 Chemistry extends the old AS Level concepts, often in a quantitative way. New topics on acid-base equilibria, transition metals, entropy, spectroscopy, aromatic chemistry and organic synthesis are introduced. There is also a synoptic component to the examinations.
For entry to the Sixth Form (and UC4), an interview is an absolute requirement and will inform the decision to offer a place or not. While general the interview will seek to explore a candidate's academic and co-curricular interests, attitude to school, personal qualities, and ability to contribute to the College community.
Component: Physical and inorganic Length: 1hr 45mins Weighting: 30% Component: Physical and organic Length: 1hr 45mins Weighting: 30% Component: All units and practical skills Length: 2hrs 30mins Weighting: 40%
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £29,700 - £33,900; Boarding £45,150 - £50,700 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3EP |
WHY STUDY CHEMISTRY? Students will gain knowledge and an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts in order to explain aspects of contemporary chemistry. They will discover how chemistry works in both academia and industry, and will begin to understand the physical world around them at the molecular level. There is a strong emphasis on practical work, including analysis and evaluation, and a wide range of experiments are conducted throughout the course. CONTENT OF THE COURSE: The topics build upon GCSE knowledge covering atomic structure, quantitative chemistry, bonding, the periodic table, basic organic chemistry, redox chemistry, energetics, kinetics, equilibria and analytical techniques. Some content from the ‘A2’ part of the course is also covered in SFC1, including spectroscopy and Gibbs free energy. SFC2 Chemistry extends the old AS Level concepts, often in a quantitative way. New topics on acid-base equilibria, transition metals, entropy, spectroscopy, aromatic chemistry and organic synthesis are introduced. There is also a synoptic component to the examinations.
For entry to the Sixth Form (and UC4), an interview is an absolute requirement and will inform the decision to offer a place or not. While general the interview will seek to explore a candidate's academic and co-curricular interests, attitude to school, personal qualities, and ability to contribute to the College community.
Component: Physical and inorganic Length: 1hr 45mins Weighting: 30% Component: Physical and organic Length: 1hr 45mins Weighting: 30% Component: All units and practical skills Length: 2hrs 30mins Weighting: 40%