Chemistry
Farlington School - West Sussex
01403254967
Strood Park, Horsham, RH12 3PN
Course summary

At its heart, Chemistry is the study of matter. It is about how elements combine to make compounds, how atoms and molecules interact both with each other and with electromagnetic radiation, and about how all this is facilitated by the movement of electrons. It helps us answer a vast array of questions. Why are some substances coloured and others are not? Why do different materials have such dramatically different properties? Why do some reactions take place really quickly and others really slowly, if at all? Modern chemistry plays an essential role in how we diagnose, treat and cure medical conditions, how the composition of the atmosphere and the oceans are changing and how we can maximise the efficiency of industrial and agricultural processes.

Entry requirements

Our Sixth Form entry requirements are typically for students to achieve a minimum of five GCSEs, including grades 5 or above in English and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 2 hours, 105 marks long & short answers 35% Relevant physical chemistry topics Inorganic chemistry Relevant practical skills Paper 2 2 hours, 105 marks long & short answers 35% Relevant physical chemistry topics Organic chemistry Relevant practical skills Paper 3 2 hours, 90 marks, 30% 40 marks of questions on practical techniques and data analysis 20 marks of questions testing across the specification 30 marks of multiple-choice questions

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£33,900 - £36,450
Sixth Form FeeDay £6,600 - £20,400
AddressStrood Park, Horsham, RH12 3PN