Chemistry

Course summary

The course starts with ideas of atomic structure, the mole concept, bonding and energetics. This leads on to group chemistry, equilibrium and kinetics. The more demanding concepts involved in thermodynamics and equilibrium will challenge students, stimulating and extending their appreciation of Chemistry. Knowledge of organic chemistry will be developed to include important industrial and environmental aspects and the option module is Medicinal Chemistry linking nicely with the organic chemistry content. You will be encouraged to consider the impact Chemistry has made on society and the responsibilities those connected with the chemical industry have. We have very strong connections with both Brighton and Sussex Universities and attend events there, plus competitions such as the RSC Chemistry Olympiad exam, Cambridge Chemistry Challenge, plus the Cambridge Chemistry Race and the RAC Analytical Competition. The course will also develop the following skills in the study of Chemistry: • Models of the particulate nature of matter • Models of bonding and structure • Classification of matter • What drives chemical reactions • How much, how fast and how far? • What are the mechanisms of chemical change?