Chemistry is the study of the differing compositions, properties and reactions of substances, and their applications in our world. It is the “central science” with many overlaps with the other biological and physical sciences. The rigour of the course and its central nature result in many university science courses, such as Medicine (as well as Chemistry itself) requiring Chemistry as a prerequisite. The IB Diploma syllabus organises the course content into two strands: structure and reactivity. We begin with the core concepts of the particulate nature of matter, considering how these ideas developed, then applying them to enable us to study more complex structures and to understand the variety of chemical reactions of various elements and compounds. Within this framework, all the traditional topics of Chemistry are studied, including: Acids & Bases, Kinetics, Energetics and Organic Chemistry. The IB Diploma highlights Chemistry’s international perspective, including a consideration of the role of ozone in the Earth’s atmosphere, the science behind the challenges of global warming, and Green Chemistry considerations to decrease the environmental impact of the chemical industry. The IB Diploma focuses on the investigative nature of Chemistry, so many hands-on practicals feature over the duration of the course. Furthermore, all pupils conduct an IA in the second year of the course, during which they devise and carry out an open-ended scientific investigation that they have devised themselves.
You should be predicted and expect to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE in any subjects you intend to study at IB Higher Level. That raises to an 8 for the three traditional sciences and a 9 is required for Higher Level Maths. If you are concerned that you may not be able to achieve the required grade, you should consult with the relevant Head of Department as to your acceptance on to a Sixth Form course. Under such circumstances the Head of Department will reflect upon prior attitude to learning and contribution to a positive classroom environment. In the case of “new” subjects in the Sixth Form, we ask for at least a 7 in a related GCSE subject. For Theatre and Art History, this is English. For Philosophy and Global Politics this is English or History and for Economics, pupils require a grade 7 at GCSE in Maths and English.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
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| Address | Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 7NN |
Chemistry is the study of the differing compositions, properties and reactions of substances, and their applications in our world. It is the “central science” with many overlaps with the other biological and physical sciences. The rigour of the course and its central nature result in many university science courses, such as Medicine (as well as Chemistry itself) requiring Chemistry as a prerequisite. The IB Diploma syllabus organises the course content into two strands: structure and reactivity. We begin with the core concepts of the particulate nature of matter, considering how these ideas developed, then applying them to enable us to study more complex structures and to understand the variety of chemical reactions of various elements and compounds. Within this framework, all the traditional topics of Chemistry are studied, including: Acids & Bases, Kinetics, Energetics and Organic Chemistry. The IB Diploma highlights Chemistry’s international perspective, including a consideration of the role of ozone in the Earth’s atmosphere, the science behind the challenges of global warming, and Green Chemistry considerations to decrease the environmental impact of the chemical industry. The IB Diploma focuses on the investigative nature of Chemistry, so many hands-on practicals feature over the duration of the course. Furthermore, all pupils conduct an IA in the second year of the course, during which they devise and carry out an open-ended scientific investigation that they have devised themselves.
You should be predicted and expect to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE in any subjects you intend to study at IB Higher Level. That raises to an 8 for the three traditional sciences and a 9 is required for Higher Level Maths. If you are concerned that you may not be able to achieve the required grade, you should consult with the relevant Head of Department as to your acceptance on to a Sixth Form course. Under such circumstances the Head of Department will reflect upon prior attitude to learning and contribution to a positive classroom environment. In the case of “new” subjects in the Sixth Form, we ask for at least a 7 in a related GCSE subject. For Theatre and Art History, this is English. For Philosophy and Global Politics this is English or History and for Economics, pupils require a grade 7 at GCSE in Maths and English.