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Aim

The study of Chemistry in Stage 6 enables students to develop an appreciation and understanding of materials and their properties, structures, interactions and related applications. Through applying Working Scientifically skills processes, the course aims to examine how chemical theories, models and practices are used and developed.

Objectives

Skills

Students:

  • develop skills in applying the processes of Working Scientifically.

Knowledge and understanding

Year 11 students:

  • develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of chemistry
  • develop knowledge and understanding of the trends and driving forces in chemical interactions.

Year 12 students:

  • develop knowledge and understanding of equilibrium and acid reactions
  • develop knowledge and understanding of the applications of chemistry.

Values and attitudes

Students:

  • develop positive, informed values and attitudes towards chemistry
  • recognise the importance and relevance of chemistry in their lives
  • recognise the influence of economic, political and societal impacts on the development of scientific knowledge
  • develop an appreciation of the influence of imagination and creativity in scientific research.
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