IGCSE Chemistry

The students will learn about unifying patterns and themes in Chemistry and use them in new and changing situations and acquire knowledge and understanding of chemical facts, terminology, concepts, principles and practical techniques. They will learn how to apply the principles and concepts of Chemistry, including those related to the applications of chemistry, to different contexts.

The students will learn how to evaluate chemical information, making judgements on the basis of this information and appreciate the practical nature of chemistry, developing experimental and investigative skills based on correct and safe laboratory techniques.

They will continue to analyse, interpret and evaluate data and experimental methods, drawing conclusions that are consistent with evidence from experimental activities and suggesting possible improvements and further investigations. The students will recognise the importance of accurate experimental work and reporting scientific methods in Chemistry and how to select and apply appropriate areas of mathematics relevant to Chemistry as set out under each topic. The course will also prepare them for more advanced courses in Chemistry.

Course Content

The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Chemistry comprises of two externally-assessed papers:

Chemistry Paper 1 - 61.1% The paper is assessed through a 2-hour written examination paper, the total number of marks is 110 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions

Chemistry Paper 2 - 38.9% The paper is assessed through a 1-hour and 15-minute written examination paper, the total number of marks is 70 and includes a mixture of different question styles, including multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-response questions.

The course covers the following areas:

1.Principles of chemistry 2.Inorganic chemistry 3.Physical chemistry 4.Organic chemistry

Entry Requirements

All students may select IGCSE Chemistry but an interest in the subject and understanding of mathematical equations would be beneficial.