Chemistry

Course summary

In recent years the department has sent pupils to study at most of the top universities in the UK. These include Oxford, Cambridge, Durham, Nottingham and Warwick for courses as varied as Chemistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, Law and Geology. It can also lead to degree apprenticeships in fields across Science. The course itself is taught over six lessons a week by two members of staff. There are three modules entitled: Unit 1 – Physical Chemistry: This includes developing knowledge of atomic structure, bonding, kinetics and equilibrium. Unit 2 – Inorganic Chemistry: This module is all about identifying and explaining trends in the groups and periods of the Periodic Table. Unit 3 – Organic Chemistry: The content in this module will develop your understanding of organic substances, including alkanes, alkenes and alcohols. As well as introducing you to new organic compounds and their reactions. It is important to stress that the primary responsibility for learning lies with the pupil. Homework will be set on a regular basis and pupils who are serious about top grades are expected to spend at least the same amount of time spent in lessons a week on the course in their own time.