Course information
Chemistry
Streatham & Clapham High School - Lambeth
02086778400
42 Abbotswood Road, Streatham, SW16 1AW
Course summary

In year 1 you will study the following, Atomic Structure; Amount of Substance; Bonding; Energetics; Kinetics; Equilibria; Oxidation & Reduction; Periodicity; Group 2 The Alkaline Earth Metals; Group 7(17) The Halogens; Introduction to Organic Chemistry; Alkanes: Halogenoalkanes; Alkenes; Alcohols; Organic Analysis. In year 2 you will study Thermodynamics; Kinetics; Kinetics; Equilibrium; Electrode Potentials; Acids, Bases & Buffers; Periodicity of the Transition Metals; Reactions of Inorganic Compounds in Aqueous Solutions; Nomenclature and Isomerism; Carbonyl Compounds; Aromatic Chemistry; Amines; Polymerisation; Amino Acids; Protein; DNA; Organic Synthesis; Structure Determination. Students must also complete a (minimum) twelve Required Practical assignments. They will be assessed against the Common Practical Assessment Criteria (CPAC) and keep an appropriate record of their practical work in a lab book. They will learn how to use various apparatus and demonstrate their technique (AT). Students who demonstrate the required standard across all the requirements of the CPAC will receive a ‘pass’ grade. Written papers will assess knowledge and understanding of these practical assignments and the skills exemplified within each practical.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 7 GCSEs awarded at grade 6 or above. These should include English and Mathematics. SCHS recommended grades in Mathematics as well as Chemistry

How you'll be assessed

The examinations will measure how students have achieved the following assessment objectives: - AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures. AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures in a theoretical context. In a practical context, when handling qualitative and quantitative data. AO3: Analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information, ideas and evidence. To make judgements and reach conclusions; develop and refine practical design and procedures. Paper 1 -2 hour written examination; 105 marks (short and long answer questions) 35% of A-level. Paper 2 -2 hour written examination; 105 marks (short and long answer questions) 35% of A-level. Paper 3 -2 hour written examination; 90 marks (40 marks of questions on practical techniques and data analysis; 20 marks of questions testing across the specification; 30 marks of multiple choice). 30% of A-level Coursework: None

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityLambeth
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeGirls
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Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£16,323 - £21,003
Address42 Abbotswood Road, Streatham, SW16 1AW