Chemistry

Curriculum Objectives

The aims of our curriculum are to enable students to:

• develop interest and maintain a sense of wonder and curiosity about chemistry;
• construct and apply knowledge of chemistry;
• appreciate and understand the evolutionary nature and history of science;
• develop skills for making scientific inquiries;
• develop the ability to think scientifically, critically and creatively, and solve problems individually and collaboratively in chemistry-related contexts;
• discuss science-related issues using the language of chemistry;

• make informed decisions and judgements on chemistry-related issues;
• show appropriate awareness of working safely;
• understand and evaluate the social, ethical, economic, environmental and technological implications of chemistry, and develop an attitude of responsible citizenship;
• develop an interest in, and care for, the environment;
• develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential for both further study and everyday life.