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Key subject aims
The Edexcel International GCSE in Chemistry enables students to:- learn about the unifying patterns and themes of chemistry
- acquire knowledge and understanding of chemical facts, concepts and principles
- appreciate the practical nature of chemistry, developing experimental and investigative skills based on correct and safe laboratory techniques
- appreciate the importance of accurate experimental work and reporting as scientific methods · develop a logical approach to problem solving in a wider context
- understand the widespread importance of chemistry and how materials are used in the world · evaluate, in terms of their chemical knowledge and understanding, the benefits and drawbacks of real-life applications of science, including their everyday, industrial and environmental aspects
- select, organise and present information clearly and logically, using appropriate scientific terms and conventions
- prepare for more advanced courses in chemistry and for other courses which require them to have a knowledge of chemistry. Key features and benefits of the specification Key features and benefits of the specification are:
- it includes aspects of science appropriate for the 21st century
- straightforward linear assessment
- untiered assessment · assessment of experimental skills through an examination paper
- it provides a sound foundation for progression to Edexcel GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Advanced Level in Chemistry, and other comparable post-16 qualifications
Aims
The aims of the International Advanced Level in Chemistry enable students to develop:
- an interest in, and enthusiasm, for chemistry including developing an interest in further study and careers in chemistry
- an appreciation of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society
- a deeper understanding of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works
- essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other.
IAS/IA2 knowledge and understanding The International Advanced Level qualifications in Chemistry require students to:
- recognise, recall and show understanding of scientific knowledge
- select, organise and communicate relevant information in a variety of forms
- analyse and evaluate scientific knowledge and processes
- apply scientific knowledge and processes to unfamiliar situations
- assess the validity, reliability and credibility of scientific information.
