Subject Information
Chemistry
Course Aims

The overarching aim of the Chemistry Curriculum is to provide chemistry-related learning experiences for students to develop scientific literacy, so that they can participate actively in our rapidly changing knowledge-based society, prepare for further studies or careers in fields related to chemistry.

 

The broad aims of the Chemistry Curriculum are to enable students to:

Ÿ develop interest and maintain a sense of wonder and curiosity about chemistry;

Ÿ construct and apply knowledge of chemistry, and appreciate the relationship between chemistry and other disciplines;

Ÿ develop skills for making scientific inquiries;

Ÿ develop the ability to think scientifically, critically and creatively, and solve problems individually and collaboratively in chemistry-related contexts;

Ÿ discuss science-related issues using the language of chemistry;

Ÿ make informed decisions and judgements on chemistry-related issues;

Ÿ develop open-mindedness, objectivity and pro-activeness;

Ÿ show appropriate awareness of working safely.