We develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. The three areas are Physical chemistry, Inorganic chemistry and Organic chemistry.  Physical chemistry focuses on the relationship between physical properties and chemical behaviour.  We use the understanding of how atoms behave to explain some of the most important ideas in chemistry. Organic chemistry is the study of compounds based on carbon chains.

Inorganic chemistry is the study of elements, compounds and chemical bonds.  The applications of science are found throughout the course.  We provide opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in a fresh context.

We develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods.  We develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills.   We use theories, models and ideas to develop scientific explanations. We use knowledge and understanding to answer scientific questions, define scientific problems and scientific ideas.

We encourage the students to develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject.

The course prepares students to progress into further or higher education, to follow degrees in chemistry, medicine, biochemistry, or related subjects, or into employment where knowledge of chemistry would be useful. As a facilitating subject, Chemistry is viewed highly by many of the top universities for its challenge.