Those considering a science-based degree must take Mathematics and either Physics or Biology to A-level. Further Mathematics is expected as a standard for entry to the best universities; it increases the chance of acceptance in most cases and certainly improves ultimate success. Mathematics underpins the core of all physical science courses. There is a preference for Physics at some institutions and Oxbridge colleges, although Biology can be equally acceptable for some courses. Natural Science and Materials Science are examples of courses that offer variants of the more traditional routes. Many institutions offer excellent career insight and progression with industrial placements, usually in a four-year Masters or ‘sandwich placement’. Since chemical reactions lie at the heart of understanding how living systems function, an A-level in Chemistry is essential for the study of Medicine, Veterinary Science and other related degrees. Chemistry is the study of the elements and their compounds; everything we see, touch or taste is composed of chemicals – all our body parts from the DNA in our cells to the enzymes that catalyse the vital reactions that keep us alive. Throughout history, quality of life has improved through synthesised chemicals such as fertilisers, medicines to protect us from disease, polymers to clothe us and fuels that keep us warm and transport us. Where chemistry has caused problems, it is chemistry that will help solve them e.g. the hole in the ozone layer and plastic pollution. Computers, phones and televisions would not exist but the materials inside them were developed and manufactured by chemists.
We welcome applications from boys who: are likely to be predicted at least seven or eight passes at GCSE (or equivalent) at grade 7/8/9 (A/A*); IGCSE requirements: Chemistry grade 9 and Mathematics grade 9
Module One – Practical Skills Candidates must complete a wide range of practical experiments throughout the course. This module outlines how the skills are developed throughout the whole two-year course. They are assessed in two ways. Questions in all written papers examine candidates’ understanding of practical skills, while they must also achieve a 'practical endorsement' on their final A-level certificate to demonstrate a level of competency in a range of skills. Module Two – Foundations of Chemistry Much of the basic material that underpins all further study of this subject, including new ideas in atomic structure, electrons, bonding and redox, is covered here. Module Three – Periodic Table and Energy Here, the core ideas met at IGCSE are developed and extended. This includes enthalpy changes, reaction rates and equilibria, together with the chemistry of groups 2 and 7 and periodicity. Module Four – Core Organic Chemistry This major area of chemistry receives a much higher profile than it did at IGCSE. The subject is introduced through a study of hydrocarbons, leading to an expansion of knowledge into alcohols and haloalkanes. At this point, we introduce ideas about infrared (IR) spectroscopy and mass spectrometry as tools to analyse molecular structure. Module Five – Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements Building on some ideas of reaction rates and equilibria from Module Three, they are placed on a more quantitative foundation. We also introduce the concept of pH as a measure of the concentration of H+(aq), buffer solutions and electrode potentials (important when considering new energy sources such as fuel cells). The module finishes with a study of the chemistry of the metals in the centre of the Periodic Table.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Harrow |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £50,550 |
| Address | 5 High Street, Harrow-on-the-Hill, HA1 3HP |
Those considering a science-based degree must take Mathematics and either Physics or Biology to A-level. Further Mathematics is expected as a standard for entry to the best universities; it increases the chance of acceptance in most cases and certainly improves ultimate success. Mathematics underpins the core of all physical science courses. There is a preference for Physics at some institutions and Oxbridge colleges, although Biology can be equally acceptable for some courses. Natural Science and Materials Science are examples of courses that offer variants of the more traditional routes. Many institutions offer excellent career insight and progression with industrial placements, usually in a four-year Masters or ‘sandwich placement’. Since chemical reactions lie at the heart of understanding how living systems function, an A-level in Chemistry is essential for the study of Medicine, Veterinary Science and other related degrees. Chemistry is the study of the elements and their compounds; everything we see, touch or taste is composed of chemicals – all our body parts from the DNA in our cells to the enzymes that catalyse the vital reactions that keep us alive. Throughout history, quality of life has improved through synthesised chemicals such as fertilisers, medicines to protect us from disease, polymers to clothe us and fuels that keep us warm and transport us. Where chemistry has caused problems, it is chemistry that will help solve them e.g. the hole in the ozone layer and plastic pollution. Computers, phones and televisions would not exist but the materials inside them were developed and manufactured by chemists.
We welcome applications from boys who: are likely to be predicted at least seven or eight passes at GCSE (or equivalent) at grade 7/8/9 (A/A*); IGCSE requirements: Chemistry grade 9 and Mathematics grade 9
Module One – Practical Skills Candidates must complete a wide range of practical experiments throughout the course. This module outlines how the skills are developed throughout the whole two-year course. They are assessed in two ways. Questions in all written papers examine candidates’ understanding of practical skills, while they must also achieve a 'practical endorsement' on their final A-level certificate to demonstrate a level of competency in a range of skills. Module Two – Foundations of Chemistry Much of the basic material that underpins all further study of this subject, including new ideas in atomic structure, electrons, bonding and redox, is covered here. Module Three – Periodic Table and Energy Here, the core ideas met at IGCSE are developed and extended. This includes enthalpy changes, reaction rates and equilibria, together with the chemistry of groups 2 and 7 and periodicity. Module Four – Core Organic Chemistry This major area of chemistry receives a much higher profile than it did at IGCSE. The subject is introduced through a study of hydrocarbons, leading to an expansion of knowledge into alcohols and haloalkanes. At this point, we introduce ideas about infrared (IR) spectroscopy and mass spectrometry as tools to analyse molecular structure. Module Five – Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements Building on some ideas of reaction rates and equilibria from Module Three, they are placed on a more quantitative foundation. We also introduce the concept of pH as a measure of the concentration of H+(aq), buffer solutions and electrode potentials (important when considering new energy sources such as fuel cells). The module finishes with a study of the chemistry of the metals in the centre of the Periodic Table.