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International Baccalaureate Diploma Course Information
CHEMISTRY STANDARD AND HIGHER LEVEL
Chemistry is a subject worthy of study in its own right and as a challenging subject which develops a wide range of skills it is highly regarded by many employers and academic institutions. It can be used in combination with other science subjects within the IB for admission to courses such as biology, physics and forensic science. In combination with non-science subjects within the IB it can be used for admission to teaching and a wide range of other careers. For students who are interested in studying medicine, veterinary science, chemistry, biochemistry or pharmacy at university, HL Chemistry is essential.
What will I study?
Chemistry is an experimental science that combines academic study with the acquirement of practical and investigational skills. It is often referred to as the central science, as chemical principles underpin both the physical environment in which we live and all biological systems.
You will study eleven core topics and two optional course topics from:
• Quantitative chemistry
• Atomic structure
• Periodicity
• Bonding
• Energetics
• Kinetics
• Equilibrium
• Acids and bases
• Oxidation and reduction
• Organic chemistry
• Modern analytical chemistry
• Further organic chemistry
Assessment
• Three written examination papers externally assessed
• Practical/laboratory investigations internally assessed by the teacher and externally moderated by the IBO
• Group 4 project (interdisciplinary): this is a compulsory element, used to assess a student’s personal skills rather than their scientific knowledge.
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