Higher Chemistry
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Higher Chemistry
Overview
This qualification consists of three deliverable units with the mandatory external exam. We are delivering the qualification specifically for candidates who need to sit the external examination, not the units. If you require units only please ensure that you mention this on your application form.
Prelim Examination(s)
We will use prelim examinations as part of the formative assessment processes. These are not normally used for any appeals procedure.
External Examination
The examination is normally in May each year. This is set by SQA and you sit it at the same time as all students in Scotland.
Please note that this course will run for 2 evenings per week 6-8pm in semester 1 and 6-9pm in semester 2. This will give the adequate time to fully support you towards the final examination.
Entry
- Standard Grade Biology at Credit Level
- Intermediate 2 Biology (Unit 1,2 & 3) (Int 2 preferably A or B award)
- National 5 preferably A or B award
- Any other programme with sufficient Chemical content to SCQF Level 5 minimum.
A full & detailed personal statement must be completed when applying.
Learn
The keys areas covered are:
- Chemical changes and structure
periodicity, structure and bonding, oxidising and reducing agents - Nature’s chemistry
systematic carbon chemistry, alcohols, carboxylic acids, esters, fats and oils, soaps, detergents and emulsions, proteins, oxidation of food, fragrances, skin care. - Chemistry in society
getting the most from reactants, controlling the rate, chemical energy, equilibria, chemical analysis - Researching chemistry
common chemical apparatus, general practical techniques, reporting experimental work
