Chemistry: Higher

Entry Requirements:

• N5 Chemistry at grade A/B/C*

(N5 C* – Entry will be subject to consideration of personal circumstances, including views of faculty staff and the individual’s learner journey)

Course Content:

• In Higher Chemistry, pupils study the topics of Chemical Changes and Structure, Nature’s Chemistry, Chemistry In Society and Researching Chemistry.
• Chemical changes and structure: Rate of reaction, chemical structure, atomic structure and bonding related to properties of materials, acids and bases.
• Nature’s chemistry: Fuels and energy, Fossil fuels, Hydrocarbons, cosmetic products.
• Chemistry in society: Properties of metals, nuclear chemistry, chemical analysis.

Assessment:

• Throughout the Higher Course, pupils are assessed throughout the year in the form of unit assessments, practical assessments and homework tasks. All sciences engage pupils through both theory and practical work.
• The final grade for the Higher course is fully based on an external final examination.
• Pupils are graded from A to D at both Higher level.

Progression Pathway:

• Advanced Higher Chemistry. Pupils wishing to continue with their studies in Chemistry can undertake Advanced Higher in S6. Pupils will study Inorganic and Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis and Researching Chemistry.