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Chemistry Chemistry is an important aspect of education for the modern world and essential for the study of medicine and for many other courses in science and engineering. Chemistry is the study of the properties of all types of materials, including how they may be converted into useful and desirable substances, as well as the effects of using chemicals. If you have a strong interest in Biology and might consider Biology for A level, you would be best advised to choose Chemistry to GCSE. Many other Science related careers also require or look favourably upon Chemistry. The Edexcel IGCSE in Chemistry is a linear course and there is no Controlled Assessment. The qualification comprises two externally assessed papers, sat at the end of Year 11. The first is a two-hour paper, comprising two thirds of the overall award, while the second examination is a one-hour paper contributing one-third of the final qualification. Chemistry IGCSE provides an effective grounding for students to: Learn about the unifying patterns and themes of Chemistry Appreciate the practical nature of Chemistry, acquiring experimental and investigative skills Grasp the importance to scientific methods of accurate experimental work and reporting Develop a logical approach to problem-solving in a wider context Appreciate how the work of the chemist has social, industrial, technological, environmental and economic consequences for the community Prepare for more advanced courses in Chemistry and for courses which require them to have a knowledge of Chemistry Dr S Hardy Head of Chemistry s.hardy@merchanttaylors.com
